**Digestive Aid Kombucha**
Kombucha is a fermented tea drink that has been consumed for centuries for its purported health benefits. It is made by adding a SCOBY (symbiotic culture of bacteria and yeast) to a mixture of black or green tea, sugar, and water. The SCOBY ferments the tea, producing lactic acid, acetic acid, and other beneficial compounds.
This recipe for digestive aid kombucha is designed to be easy to make and to provide a number of health benefits. The black or green tea provides antioxidants, while the sugar provides food for the SCOBY. The kombucha starter tea contains beneficial bacteria and yeast, which help to ferment the tea and produce probiotics. Probiotics are live microorganisms that have health benefits when consumed.
This kombucha is a great way to improve your digestive health. It can help to reduce gas, bloating, and constipation. It can also help to improve your immune system and reduce your risk of developing chronic diseases.
Kombucha has been around for centuries, but it has only recently become popular in the United States. In the early 2000s, a number of small kombucha companies began to pop up, and the drink quickly gained a following among health-conscious consumers.
Today, kombucha is sold in supermarkets and health food stores across the country. It is also available on tap at many restaurants and bars.
The rise of kombucha is due in part to its many purported health benefits. Kombucha is said to improve digestion, boost the immune system, and reduce the risk of chronic diseases. There is some scientific evidence to support these claims, but more research is needed.
Despite its health benefits, kombucha is not for everyone. It is important to note that kombucha contains alcohol, albeit in small amounts.
If you are pregnant, breastfeeding, or have a weakened immune system, you should talk to your doctor before drinking kombucha.
I first tried kombucha a few years ago, and I was immediately hooked. I love the tart, slightly sweet flavor, and I find that it gives me a boost of energy. I also believe that kombucha has helped to improve my digestion.
I have tried many different brands of kombucha, but I always come back to my own homemade brew. I find that it is the most flavorful and the most beneficial to my health.
This recipe for digestive aid kombucha is my favorite. It is easy to make, and it provides a number of health benefits. I encourage you to give it a try!
Prep time: 30 | Cook time: 0 | Serves: 4
Ingredients
1 gallon filtered water
8 black or green tea bags
1 cup organic cane sugar
1 cup kombucha starter tea (from a previous batch or store-bought)
1 SCOBY (symbiotic culture of bacteria and yeast)
Instructions
Bring the water to a boil in a large pot.
Remove from heat and add the tea bags. Let steep for 10 minutes.
Remove the tea bags and stir in the sugar until dissolved.
Let the tea cool to room temperature.
Pour the tea into a clean 1-gallon glass jar.
Add the starter tea and SCOBY.
Cover the jar with a clean cloth and secure with a rubber band.
Let the kombucha ferment at room temperature for 7-10 days, or until it reaches your desired tartness.
Why It Works
The black or green tea provides antioxidants.
The sugar provides food for the SCOBY.
The kombucha starter tea contains beneficial bacteria and yeast, which help to ferment the tea and produce probiotics.
The SCOBY ferments the tea, producing lactic acid, acetic acid, and other beneficial compounds.
The kombucha is fermented at room temperature for 7-10 days, which allows the SCOBY to produce beneficial bacteria and yeast.