Kombucha Effects
Kombucha is thought to boast a range of medicinal qualities and has been used for years across the world. Kombucha cultures are added to black or green tea and sugar, then fermented to create kombucha tea. This process allows microorganisms that are considered to promote healing (including bacteria and yeast) to combine. Such components are attributed with kombucha's therapeutic effects.
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Significance
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Kombucha is known for having antioxidant and antimicrobial activity, helping to detoxify the body, enhance the immune system and balance a person's metabolism.
Effects
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Kombucha tea acts to defend the body against certain oxygen molecules that can cause cellular damage. Kombucha is considered effective in relieving a wide array of symptoms and discomforts including: digestive disorders, blood pressure and circulation problems, skin conditions and glandular problems.
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Benefits
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Kombucha can also increase energy, speed the healing process, decrease anxiety, protect the teeth from cavities and thicken the hair.
Potential
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Subjective reports cite kombucha's usage for numerous acute and chronic conditions like: AIDS, Allergies, Arthritis, Bronchitis, Cancer, Cataracts, Chronic Fatigue Syndrome, Diabetes, Edema, Gout, Hemorrhoids, Hypoglycemia, Insomnia, Irritable Bowel Syndrome, Kidney/Prostate/Liver disorders, Multiple Sclerosis, Migraines and Psoriasis.
Warning
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Several reports have been written on the dangers of kombucha and the adverse effects it can have. According to an article from the Mayo Clinic, "There's no proof that kombucha tea is effective for any of its myriad health claims. At the same time, several cases of harm or injury have been reported. Unless definitive studies are reported that can quantify more accurately the potential risks and benefits of kombucha tea, it's best to avoid it."
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References
Resources
- Photo Credit Kombucha Beverages (www.naturalpath.com)
