Many people think that Kombucha is a mushroom (it looks like one) but it’s not! It is a colony of yeast and bacteria that is commonly added to black or green tea and sugar, and allowed to ferment. Sounds pretty weird, but the resulting Kombucha tea is rich in B vitamins, vitamin C and glucaric acid, which may support healthy liver function.
Kombucha tea has been used since 250 BC. It was first used by the Chinese, and made its way into Russia in the 1800s. Since then it has grown in popularity, and is believed to support healthy immune response and support overall mood. Kombucha is also considered a probiotic which may support healthy digestive function.
Kombucha is commonly made with green tea, which provides powerful antioxidant protection, guarding healthy cells from the damaging effects of free radical molecules. Green tea may also support healthy weight management by helping to maintain healthy metabolism. Other potential benefits of green tea include supporting healthy cholesterol and blood sugar levels already in the normal range. Kombucha and green tea”¦ a pretty powerful combination!