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Is Kombucha tea the answer 
to all your health problems?


Called the 'miracle cure-all', Kombucha has been made at home for health and vitality by many generations right around the world. Kombucha tea is a powerful health drink, which is reported to be the answer to many health problems. Pronounced [Com-boo-cha], It is made and consumed around the world. It has been a 'secret formula' for those 'in the know' and a lifesaver for many poor persons in the less blessed nations.

Kombucha works with your body to boost its natural, inbuilt ability to fight sickness and disease as well as bring a healthy balance back to your metabolism and organs. Because it has been around for so long, many researchers, chemists and others from the medical profession have spent time investigating the sometimes quite astonishing results from this natural remedy. Even the FDA (food and drug administration) have researched Kombucha, such has been the interest in it.

You have probably heard people say that "anything that is good for you tastes bad." Well, Kombucha doesn't fit into that category. It is a very pleasant tasting drink, so much so, that many people use it as a drink for guests and special occasions. Sparkling and a pleasant taste, you can even change the flavor to suit yourself.

  • Could you have better health?
  • Need a stronger immune system?
  • Want rid of sickness in your body?
  • Want to ensure you stay healthy?
  • Could do with more energy and vitality?
  • Want better skin?
  • Have you 'tummy' problems?

No matter how bad your situation is, you should consider if this health drink is for you.

 

Kombucha tea

Kombucha is a pleasant tasting, powerfully effective health drink / food supplement. The taste can vary depending on how it is made, but the basic recipe, which is used, will produce a slightly sparkling drink that tastes like an apple cider or dry white wine. Though there is alcohol in it, it is normally so low that commercial producers can sell Kombucha as "non-alcoholic". You can expect less than 1% by volume alcohol content. Sugar is used as part of the recipe but it is not used as a sweetener. The sugar is broken down and converted into different components of the finished drink.

It has been drunk for many generations. In fact, it has been around so long that we are unable to tell where it was originally discovered or when. Kombucha is a fermented drink made from sweet tea and a Kombucha mushroom or Kombucha culture as it should more properly be called. The culture is live and is a co-dependant blend of healthy bacteria, yeasts and other micro-organisms.

 

Kombucha culture

The Kombucha culture is the live substance which is put into the sweet tea to ferment and convert it into Kombucha tea. The culture is probably best known as a Kombucha mushroom, though this is an incorrect definition. The Kombucha culture has been known as a mushroom, a lichen and many other things but the best and most accurate definition we have today is a "symbiotic culture of bacteria and yeast". This is just a scientific term for a co-dependant live mix of bacteria and yeast. That definition sounds a little complicated, though it is where we get the more friendly term "SCOBY" from.

The culture has been given many names, Günther W. Frank, in his book - "Kombucha, Health beverage and natural remedy from the Far East" lists 70 different names for the culture including - Combucha, Brinum-Ssene (Latin for miracle fungus), Champignon miracle and tea fungus.

 

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Kombucha drinkers around the world have reported a massive list of ailments and sicknesses which have responded positively to drinking Kombucha on a regular basis. This is how the name "Miracle Fungus" or "Cure-all" has been birthed.

The secret of Kombucha is not that it 'cures' a multitude of illnesses but, that it boosts your body's own system to fight those sicknesses. It does have various components, which on their own fight problems, but its pro-bioitic properties are what make Kombucha tea so extraordinary. Kombucha tea is pro-biotic, detoxifying and energizing. It helps build up immune systems, fights yeast infections and helps joint problems. 



Components within Kombucha tea

Research has been carried out for many years into what exactly is in this drink. Based on research old and new, We can tell you of some of the known active components in Kombucha Tea.

  • Lactic Acid: Found in Kombucha in its most potent form L-lactic(+). Lactic acid is essential for the digestive system. Interestingly, it is not found in the tissues of people with cancer, and its lack has been established as indicating susceptibility to cancer.
  • Acetic Acid: Its main function is to inhibit harmful bacteria. Acetic acid is used as a preservative because of this action. It is also what gives Kombucha that 'kick' to its smell and taste.
  • Malic Acid: Is also used in the body's detoxification process.
  • Oxalic Acid: Encourages the cellular production of energy and is a natural preservative.
  • Gluconic Acid: Is effective against many yeast infections such as candidiasis and thrush.
  • Butyric Acid: Is produced by the yeasts and when working with gluconic acid, helps combat yeast infections such as candida.
  • Nucleic Acids: Work with the body aiding healthy cell regeneration.
  • Amino Acids: A group of acids which are the building blocks of protein. Your muscular system is made of proteins. As a group they have many benefits including building cells and repairing tissue, they also form antibodies to combat invading bacteria & viruses.
  • Enzymes: Are proteins that act as catalysts, speeding the rate at which biochemical reactions proceed. Therefore they boost the actions of other health giving components within the Kombucha and your body.

Kombucha also contains vitamin groups B and C, beneficial yeasts and bacteria. But then, as one Kombucha drinker so beautifully put it: "Its overall effect - an extended feeling of well-being - cannot be fully explained by the individual ingredients alone. Kombucha is certainly more than the sum of its parts".

 

Why do people drink Kombucha tea?

Many people who regularly drink Kombucha tea have found tremendous relief from a very wide range of diseases and ailments. Some of the reported benefits really are quite staggering. This is because of Kombucha's ability to work 'with' your body and boost your own natural defense system.

Some of the conditions that people have found relief from are:

  • Arthritis
  • Candida
  • Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
  • ME
  • Blood Pressure Problems
  • Obesity
  • Psoriasis
  • Eczema
  • PMS
  • Poor digestion
  • Erratic bowel movements
  • Migraine relief
  • Poor skin tone
  • Various symptoms of Cancer
  • Low 'T' cell count

As you can see the list is wide and varied. It is extraordinary how people talk about this amazing yet very pleasant drink.

Wouldn't you like to claim your health back too and do all those things you enjoyed but couldn't do anymore? Keep well and increase your energy levels. Of course, many people who drink Kombucha are not sick at all but they want to stay that way.

If you are generally healthy and drink Kombucha then you will probably notice an increase in energy levels and more concentration. I am not talking about the sort of energy that you can get from some of the modern fizzy red 'buzz' drink. Kombucha can actually help your body to extract more energy from the food you eat.

Better mood. One of the other great effects that Kombucha drinkers have found is that they very often are in a better 'mood'. This increase in the feeling of well being is much welcomed by everyone.

Pro-biotic effects. We have all heard how taking too many antibiotics is bad for your immune system - it actually lowers your resistance to disease. Kombucha is pro-biotic, this means that it actually strengthens your immune system and your ability to fight sickness before it can take hold. Pro-biotic can also help your immune system fight sickness that is already present in your body. And there is no damage to your system

Detoxification. With modern living comes poor diet and an increase in harmful substances in our bodies. You might have heard about people going on a "de-tox" diet. This is when they eat food which will drive out impurities from their bodies. A great idea but, how many people do it regularly? Kombucha is a powerful detoxifier so, regular drinking of it keeps your body continually detoxifying. Of course this doesn't mean that you can just eat what you want and not worry about what goes in your body. But it does mean that you rid more impurities out of your system, giving your body a 'fighting chance'. Many times you just feel 'sluggish' or 'just not right' it is because of the toxins in your body - get rid of them and improve your health.

Reaches the parts other supplements cannot reach. Due to the nature of Kombucha, many people find that they can get relief from a very wide and varied range of sicknesses that they couldn't achieve with anything else. Kombucha brings a balance to many aspects of your body, and therefore creates a beneficial environment for the natural healing process.

 

How much Kombucha should I drink and when?

Like all supplements, as well as medication and foodstuffs, the quantity of Kombucha needed per person varies. But, the guidelines are simple. If you have a chronic sickness then you should start with less than the following recommendations but end up drinking more if you can. For a healthy person or someone who is sick but not chronic then follow these guidelines:

Starting off: When you first begin to drink Kombucha tea you will want to drink a half glass (about 100ml or less) per day. You should drink this in the morning about 15 minutes before breakfast.

After a week: If all is well, i.e. you have not been having any side effects like having to go to the toilet 4 times a day for a bowel movement etc, then it is time to increase your dose. Start taking another half glass in the evening just after your main meal.

After two weeks: If everything is still going well then you can increase your dosage again. Try drinking a full wineglass full (about 150ml) at both times.

After three weeks: You can now add a third glass of Kombucha to your diet - drink it at lunchtime or in the afternoon.

In general

As with any supplement, you should consider how your body is reacting to the tea. If there are any adverse effects then try cutting down on the quantities. You may find that you only need less than three glasses per day. There are also other people who drink a liter a day! Everyone is different.  So, just find the quantity that suits you.

 

When you begin drinking Kombucha

You will probably find that perspiration and bowel movements become smellier. This is only short-term and normal, don't worry. It is because toxins are being flushed out of your body. Drink more plain water each day, this will help.

Drink more water. It is a good idea to drink a lot of water as a general part of your diet, especially when you are taking a substance (Kombucha) that flushes toxins out of your body. It is generally recommended that you drink about 2 Liters of water a day. That sounds a lot to people but, If you think about it, it is only 4 'personal sized' bottles that you get many of the popular fizzy drinks in. Just drink four of these full of water every 24 hours.

When you first start to drink Kombucha, your health can appear to go 'backwards' instead of getting better. The sickness you suffer from may become more acute. This is probably only a 'healing crisis' and it is common for the body to react like this. Just cut back on the amount of Kombucha that you are drinking and build up a little more slowly.

 

Who should not drink Kombucha?

So, you are thinking about drinking Kombucha tea - yes? Well we just want to take a quick look at who can drink it and any possible contraindications for those who need to be careful and consider whether they should drink it.

Who can drink Kombucha

The vast majority of people can drink Kombucha without any known problems but with lots of wonderful benefits. It is easier to look at who should not drink it or should be careful about drinking it.

Should you avoid drinking Kombucha?

Here are a few groups of people that I believe should consider wisely and possibly consult their medical practitioner before drinking Kombucha Tea.

  • Those with a badly functioning liver - Kombucha is a very powerful detoxifier and will pull toxins from your body and pass them through your liver on their way out. If your liver does not function correctly then it may be unwise to drink Kombucha.
  • Infants under 6 Years - Whilst a young body is growing it cannot withstand the same degree of supplements and foodstuffs as an adult. Kombucha is very strong and should not be used on infants.
  • Pregnant and breastfeeding mothers - The reason is the same as above. Nutrient from the mother will pass into the unborn child and / or breastfed baby.
  • Children - You should consider diluting a child's Kombucha before giving it. It can be diluted with water, iced tea or a suitable fruit juice such as grape.
  • Alcoholics in recovery - Many recovering alcoholics have found it helpful to drink Kombucha during their recovery period. Be warned though, Kombucha does contain a small quantity of alcohol, normally less that 1% by volume. Any recovering alcoholic knows that even a small quantity of alcohol can have a negative effect on them.
  • Diabetics - I have been given personal testimonies of diabetics who have had marvelous results from drinking Kombucha. I have just one word of caution. Though most of the sugar is converted into other components during the fermentation process, some still remains as sugar in the finished tea. Keep this in mind when preparing your diet.

If you are not sure about taking Kombucha - 
consult your health practitioner (doctor) first.

 

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