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What is kombucha

Discover this sparkling fermented drink full of live cultures

Oct 29, 2018

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Kombucha is a fermented tea with a light fizz and a unique flavor. Packed with natural probiotics, it supports your gut flora and fits perfectly into a healthy lifestyle. Learn what kombucha really is, how it is made, and why it is so beloved.

What is kombucha

A healthy, flavorful, and lightly sparkling drink that contains both low sugar and a low number of calories. It is a good alternative to soft drinks and has many health benefits. We will tell you everything about kombucha.

Fermented drink

Purasana makes kombucha according to the classic recipe from the Far East: with green tea, sugar, SCOBY (Symbiotic Culture Of Bacteria and Yeast), and filtered water. Don't be alarmed by the word sugar. Kombucha is created through fermentation. In this process, bacteria, fungi, and yeast are used. The sugars added at the beginning of the process are converted during fermentation into acids, yeasts, enzymes, vitamin B, and vitamin C. The amount of sugar that remains after this process is very little. Therefore, this drink is a healthy alternative to soft drinks.

Benefits of Kombucha

This fermented drink is mainly known for its many health benefits.

Kombucha is:

  • is rich in antioxidants
  • strengthens the immune system
  • a source of probiotics
  • promotes digestion
  • Helps the body detoxify thanks to glucuronic acid
Kombucha drinking

Kombucha can be made at home, but we do not recommend it. Because it is a living drink, many things can go wrong in the making process. Opt for a safe variant like our Purasana. Kombucha Natural of Fresh Ginger (ginger) variant. Pour the kombucha into a glass and let it 'rest' for a few seconds. If it has too much carbonation, let the drink swirl in the glass for a moment.

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