Kombucha: Is It Actually Healthy? | Dr. Josh Axe
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Kombucha is a fermented beverage of black tea and sugar. After fermentation, kombucha becomes carbonated and contains vinegar, B vitamins, enzymes, probiotics and a high concentration of acid.
In this episode of Ancient Medicine Today, I’ll be answering the question, “Is kombucha actually healthy?” I’ll cover in full detail exactly what kombucha is, share the nutrition facts, discuss the health benefits and decipher who should and should not be drinking this fermented drink.
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Dr. Josh Axe, DC, DNM, CNS, is a doctor of chiropractic, certified doctor of natural medicine and clinical nutritionist with a passion to help people eat healthily and live a healthy lifestyle.
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Who else watched this while drinking kombucha
Am about to marry this bottel 😍
🤣🤣🤣
Me soooooo good
I'm in the process of making kombucha more weeks to go.
Yep! I did. my peach second ferment batch!
Health Benefits :
Antioxidant ( fighting heart disease)
Gut health and Bowel movement
Supports Mental health
Supports lungs
Anti bacterial agent
Manage type 2 diabetics
Great for cardiovascular health
liver support.
Drank some today just to do it...I actually feel better...I mean I ate..I cooked...maybe I'll drink more. I suffer with depression. I go with the green meds with that...thinking about juicing.
Nonsense. There are no clinical trials suggesting significant health benefits
@@salvandorum ok doctor
@@salvandorum and, who are you as I may ask ???
@@leninha5549 check out Dr Greger’s video on it. There is zero evidence for these benefits, yet documented harm in some cases
I was diagnosed with IBS as a teenager and kombucha + a whole food plant based vegan diet has made my digestive system better than its ever been
That's awesome!
I've been having some stomach problems for the past few years. Started drinking Kombucha for over a year now and now my stomach feels better, slimmer and my energy is improved.
Same dude. @Soylent Bob
How do you know that's what helped you?
@@sibeliusan When your symtoms keep getting worse, you suddenly switch diet and the very same day things start to turn around. Then you try eating something from your old diet and your stomach hurts like hell.
I tried this drink for the first time a week ago. I’ve noticed some short term positive changes in my body recently. I think this may be the elixir of life. I’m going to buy more and see where this gets me.
Hello, whats your state of health now? Please share
I recently started making my own kombucha at home, so thank you for this video! Now I know it’s a great option to completely replace sodas from my diet. Cheers!
Started drinking kombucha daily two months ago. This, with a vegetarian diet, has really helped my gut health. Love it! At first I was put off by it's taste, but now I actually enjoy it.
Thank you. Very informative. Actually made my IBS better too.
Fun game:
Take a shot of kombucha every time says kombucha.
I got drunk
Keto Pedro Portugal a little bit but I think u need to drink like 12 to get drunk idk
Bruh I’ve got to drink a lot
@@premiumleader8948 12 kombuchas would only give you the amount of alcohol that is in one serving of wine or 2 servings of beer.
drunk? maybe lol
I just started brewing my own home Kombucha a month ago and it’s amazing! 😊
I love kombucha replaces fizzy drinks. My favourites are Cherry Plum, Passion fruit, Rasperry & Lemon, Ginger & Turmeric. OMG! I love them all ❤ feel good be happy.
It is a fizzy drink. 14g carbs plus 4 gram sugar means 18 grams of sugar.
@@kiwisenso, if it's a problem for you dont drink it...
I drink kombucha while I'm on my period, my periods used to be very severe, heavy, just terrible. After changing my whole diet, and also drinking kombucha plus more fermented foods I do notice a difference. It also helps me when I have a stomachache for some reason, and it also helps me with constipation.
My brother owns a kombucha company, but no conflict of interest here or anything. Just gonna run through all these reasons why kombucha is amazing though
Exactly what I thought 🤣
😂😂😂
Lalit Sharma
I don’t mind his brother owns a kombucha company. He never mentioned the name even. It’s a very healthy drink and I am not surprised with his lifestyle that he and his family probably were drinking it way before the huge boost of popularity it has received lately.
I legit paused the video to see the comments after he mentioned that...HAHAHA!
He didn't mention the company name, probably not difficult to find if you try. But he did say who should not be using, anyone with a leaky gut or candida problems. Not quite sure what else he should have said? Did you need him to dwell on the side effects more?
The flavour is nice as well! Really interesting and like a weird beer-tea-vinegar hybrid.
Flavor
Jus now hip
Yes!!! I couldn’t describe the flavor until now
I wish I could enjoy the taste but for me it’s just not pleasant kinda like beer tea and vinegar
It was how I acquired the taste for beer 5 years ago; now I'm in love with all craft beer.
**me watching while drinking kombucha**
Hope ya finished before he started talking about mucous :)
Me too lol
Same here
This is my first one, I bought one bottle from the grocery store on the frozen section and I just tried half a cup. It has zero sugar and that what I am look for in a drink. I have a sensitive stomach so I would see in the next few minutes how by stomach reacts to it.
Thank you, Dr. Axe, for this informative video!! I just started home brewing my own Kombucha and I'm soo excited. I started with a 3" Organic Scoby I purchased online. I've just started slowly drinking it and I can tell the difference in my energy level and lessened acid reflux. Can I continue to take my daily dose of Probiotics or does Kombucha replace them? Thanks!
I love it. Helps with my IBS...... many other things too.
as someone who has colitis, I have to disagree with you saying it's a harm. Fermented foods is how I keep from having flare ups. but everyone's different
I am in the same boat as you. I haven't had a single flare up in years.
Me too
Everyone is so different, I agree. And the quantity matters.
Not all fermented foods are made equal
@@withnail-and-i this two year old late comment speaks the truth. A lot of those fermented foods they buy are laced with refined products up the arse!
I’ve started brewing in March..... Also saving sooooo much money doing so. Seasonal fruits are amazing for second fermentation like strawberry 🍓 blackberry and blueberry.....
Thank you for the very informative video.
Love your videos and articles, thank you Dr. Axe. I rely on your resources continually. What i have learned has already improved my life. Thank you! One side question i, do you have any information (or a good resource), on Second fermenting Kombuca to taylor it to specific areas. such as Ginger and or lemmon to help combat psoriasis ETC
I've been wondering about this drink for a while now. I tried it and it was good, I like antioxidants because I'm trying to live a healthier lifestyle
This help me get over my cold in 3 days and helps my asthma.
This is a great tea alot of issues come from not having regular bowel movements
Great video--it feels good be reminded why I am doing this to myself.
Thanks for this video. Would you recommend Kombucha for Lyme patients?
Honestly, it healed my digestion problems I’m gonna keep drinking it because it makes me feel good. I make my own at home.
Sheldon Cooper what’s ur recioe
Recipe
How do u make it?
@@yoana3351 go buy kombucha from the store, origional, non flavored ( I had to use a ginger one but it still works!)
Boil 4 cups of water on the stove and add 4-6 black tea bags ( I used 4 black tea and 2 green tea).
Let it steep for 10 min.
Dissolve 1 cup or organic cane sugar.
Let the mixture cool no lower than 65 degrees to avoid mold in scoby.
Then add in 1/2 of the kombucha you bought into the mixture.
Cover the top of your jar with an old T-shirt (I cut fabric from the bottom of one) so that the mixture can breathe and flies dont invade it.
Put it in a dark room or pantry and leave it undisturbed for 14 days.... yes 14 days.
If you mess with it to much you will disturb the scoby life cycle.
At the end of 14 days you will have a beautiful scoby.
Taste the mixture to make sure it's not too sweet, you want it sour but not too sour either.
Then repeat the tea brewing steps above minus the store bought kombucha.
Transfer 2 cups of your first brew + your scoby into the cooled tea and sugar mixture, cover again and let it sit for 7 more days and you'll have even more kombuch.
It ferments more and more with every brew cycle and will be much more carbonated than the first!
Thank you! Every other recipe seemed so complicated! Your explanation is great!
Well i have to disagree. I have IBS and SIBO. Kombucha is one of the few things makes my intestines move, for me serves as anti inflammation agent even though i have IBS. Balances the bacteria in my small and big intestines . I use this along side with Sauerkraut and works miracles !!!
what is IBF and SIBO
Exactly Di....Don't let these controlled medical mafia sites lead you to their big pharma witch craft. Just because they have been brainwashed into it doesn't mean the rest of us are. Your picture looks like Sandra Bullock. Lol
I made sure to subscribe! Thank you for sharing!
GREAT video! rock on! How is Crazy Kombucha doing these days? This is super informative & I will be using some of this content to help with building & sharing knowledge. I will of course credit Dr Axe & this link - awesome!
i had like a stomach flu and drink kombucha and boom it made me feel so much better
Me too! And then I recommended to a co-worker who got the stomach bug later and she had same experience. She couldn't keep anything down, vomiting and diarrhea. Drank kombucha and stopped vomiting finally.
Lyuis4115 honestly it’s a miracle drink
That is the sugar and alcohol rush. Vodka does the same thing.
Lyuis4115 What kind did you buy, flavor? I had the stomach flu too, I think. One day I ate, and after eating, I had fever and stomach pain. I went to the doctor and the doctor prescribed antibiotics and have been having diarrhea since. I need to go back to the doctor.
eating several whole cloves of garlic a day helped me./
I have ibs and it's helped me though..
I find kombucha so helpful and impactful because I really dislike the taste of yogurt so it's hard for me to get probiotics without it. I LOVE the taste of kombucha so much that I never miss a day starting off with a big probiotic boost. Having healthy gut bacteria is vital to a healthy mind and body.
Hello. I am taking a medicine for my acne issues that I have, and my doctor said that I could not drink alcohol during my treatment. What do you think about drinking Kambucha during it?
I've been making kombucha for months now and I love it. I recommend to friends who may have digestive issues, but now I have to be cautious if they shouldn't drink it.
Kristy Payne I have IBS and it greatly helps.
Really enjoy watching your video. Thank you very much for sharing.
Great energy! This was so helpful, I’m definitely going to have to check out more of your content I’ve just started drinking kombucha and I really can’t wait to reap the amazing benefits! ✨
I find kombucha to be very helpful for my IBS, so to each their own.
agreed!! :)
Agreed
Yep. I don't think he really knows what he's talking for some of this.
Stop eating plants your IBS will love you for it.
MoonlightDoom stop eating plants? Why are you talking about so someone is supposed to spend their entire lives only eatting meat. That is insane.
Very good. Especially when suffering from arthritis. It takes the pain away within a week.
👍😊🙏
I had a rare form of psoriasis on the bottom of my feet for 25 years...sometimes so bad I could barely walk...after drinking 16oz Kombucha daily for 3 months the psoriasis completely disappeared!...it is part of my daily routine now.
That’s awesome! I started drinking kombucha today. I found out that kombucha may help alleviate psoriasis symptoms. I have it on my legs, scalp, back and my belly. Hopefully it will help.
Great video thank you Dr. Axe :)
Thanks so much for sharing your knowledge :)
Thank you Dr Axe for all these videos ...life changing for me and an enormous help to so many people....good job!
Super helpful! I was confused about the sugar content of kombucha. Clarification received!
Thank you Dr. I am now drinking it as of tonight. So i hope to see some benefits and will update you further.
I was in pain with sciatica. The pain was very bad . It went from my waist through my foot. It also made half of my foot numb. I tried to do yoga but it was very difficult with the pain. So then I started to brew my own kombucha and drank regularly. Then after 2 weeks I barely felt any pain and my foot stop being numb. The only thing I did differently in my diet was drinking kombucha. So I just post it here in case anybody have the same problem and just want to give it a try. P.S. I don’t believe in modern medicine and always seek for natural cure.
I think I noticed the same thing with my sciatica
Well dam , I'm drinking one right now lol . Been hurting for 20 plus years lol. I am gonna try that . I noticed if my bowels aren't right , I Hurt to my toes . Glad it worked for you . Hope it works for me haha .
I also am sleeping in a faraday cage around my bed. WHAT A MIRACLE that was for me!!! Smart meters and cell tower radiation is KILLING us too. Chiropractored for over 20 years with lower back pain, neck pain and most recently a dehabilitating knee issue that I couldn't walk without crutches. Moved to my home away from cell towers. My health conditions ALL CLEARED UP. There was NO SMART METER on my home. Recently I was FORCED to have one put on my home or they would disconnect. The very next day....EXTREME migraine, knee pain (felt like hot cattle prod hitting my knee) lower back pain returned. I then put a smart meter cover around my electric meter. That didn't do the trick. Then I saw on-line...faraday cages around bed on you tube. Had one made for about $250.00. 8x8x6 feet tall. THE NEXT MORNING I felt like I was 25 again!!! I am 64.
You don’t believe in modern medicine that’s why you went through the suffering. Next time listen to your doctor and listen to me everyone don’t listen to a stranger at TH-cam. It Might make it worst go see your doctor instead
I have Crohn's with an illiac ulcer. Kombucha has actually helped a lot with my symptoms. I drink only 1/4 of a glass a day, fasting, before breakfast.
Drink more and you will improve more trust me. Kombucha is like a little miracle.
@@metinotje does it help against bad bacteria
Very helpful and informative!!! Thank you!!!!!
I like how when I watch your videos, I don’t have to do anymore research, thanks :)
I love kombucha i dont drink soda since 2017 and i discovered kombucha 2 years ago and i love all the benefits and flavors 😍
I have IBS & IBD and it's HELPED me
how long did it take for it to kick in I have crohns
@@vicentee2687 u can heal crohn's easily. Drink raw milk kefir. It cured mine after I tried just about everything.
@@silverfullbuster9177 There is no cure for Crohn's lol
@@dianashamshoum9134 there is a cure for everything. It's just most health problems are money machines, so why would they say there is a cure?
Great stuff Josh!
Highly informative video!!
Just had "love" by Dr. Kombucha. It started out with a great boost of energy, a few hours later I was running to the restroom lol. I can of had an uneasy feeling and pressure in my stomach but after using the restroom i felt it purged the impurities in my system. Great detailed video, i was wondering if i should continue drinking it and after watching i sure will! Also wondering what your brothers brew is called, would love to try it !
Can you make a video on Histamine Intolerance? I am struggling with diet after realizing a lot of my issues stem from Histamine Intolerance. THANK YOU! :) SOOOO thankful for your videos!
Stauffer 2005 thank you for bringing that up what are your symptoms I think I might have this is taking Benadryl back cuz I have allergies and take Benadryl everyday please advise and I would love to get a video on this from Doctor acts as well
Here are some of my symptoms: Hay fever, itchy throat after eating citrus or vinegar, inflammation and neuropathy after dairy or bananas, headaches after eating leftovers, itchy or numb lips after chocolate or blueberries, etc. I have done the 4 week elimination diet, and follow the Low Histamine Chef's suggestions and recipes....it is still a daily issue though. It is BETTER, but still very challenging! I have to take food wherever I go at this point. Hope you can find help! :)
Stauffer 2005 thank you okay I don't think I have that I think I might be going through menopause because I get hot all the time I'm tired no matter what and I gain weight no matter what I eat kind of sucks and that's terrible that you throwing food everywhere you go but better not be sick I suppose✔️🐾🔥🐝🌷
DANA WARNER Hope you had your thyroid checked!
I used to have similer problem like you have for nearly 5 years. Had to take anti histamin whenever the symptom like rashes was uncontrolable. Then tried chinese herbal medicine. I was told too much toxin and heat on my liver. Also I found my problem also came from IBS or leaky bowel. With the herbal medicine I also started to having organicly made natural yugurt made at home with caspian starter twice a day. My problem improved a lot. I don t get rashes or hey fever headach anymore. I have realised immune problem actually related to your bowel system. I hope my experience can help your issues.
I had it for IBS and to be honest helped me so much! I now can go out and not have to worry about accidents (I was that bad)! And now when I feel a bit of a flare up I have it and go find. However like anything like he said start slow (witch I did) and see how it works for u
Starting my Journey making and drinking Kombucha!
3 1/2 quarts water
1 cup sugar (regular granulated sugar works best)
8 bags black tea, green tea, or a mix (or 2 tablespoons loose tea)
2 cups starter tea from last batch of kombucha or store-bought kombucha (unpasteurized, neutral-flavored)
1 scoby per fermentation jar, homemade or purchased online
Optional flavoring extras for bottling
1 to 2 cups chopped fruit
2 to 3 cups fruit juice
1 to 2 tablespoons flavored tea (like hibiscus or Earl Grey)
1/4 cup honey
2 to 4 tablespoons fresh herbs or spices
Mmm.. I don't know. I think a lot of it depends on how it's made. For example, if it's bottled too early (not left to ferment long enough), it'll have a higher sugar content.. or if you use black tea instead of green you'll get more caffeine. Each batch varies widely depending on the ingredients you use and how long it's left to ferment. I think that's why a lot of people get confused about it's benefits.
I personally believe that everyone can drink Kombucha if brewed the right way for that person. For example, you're not gonna give an alcoholic Kombucha that has been left to ferment too long. It can be a gateway back into alcoholism.
Just my two cents. I make my own at home. It's delicious. :)
Luv ya brother!
Keep the videos coming.
Aixa V my first experience with kombucha was in my early twenties and that was 30 something years ago and a woman had made it with the spores from her great-grandmother's recipe it had never touched metal only glass which was one of the things about kombucha was no metal. no other sweeteners then regular sugar and black tea and only black tea. She was almost a hundred I used to clean house for her because she had a mansion and couldn't keep up with it and Great Danes. her kombucha was amazing but she took extra time and making sure it didn't touch metal and all that. And she also let it sit for a very long time before she touched it or moved it. I absolutely agree on the sugar content hers had no sweetness that was a sugar sweetness it had a pleasant taste but not sweet and that was due to the time, but if you talk to people who made kombucha in the early days it's just an absolute send to use anything other than black tea! That's is what kombucha is.
How would I make peppermint kombucha?
What type of tea do you use?
Hi Aixa... mind sharing on your channel a video of how you make it at home? If you upload a video, you can paste the link in this thread. Thank you.
@@FearlessVindications7227 during your second fermentation/bottling simply add peppermint to your bottles
Great information.
Very good their professional your explanation is very easy thank you so much for be so professional
I absolutely LOVE it when people are smart enough to research natural remedies for their health issues, information most doctors simply would NOT tell you
take care people!!!
Good video. My friend turned me on to this a few years ago, and it cured my reflux and I love it to get in my probiotics. I only drink about 4 ounces a day because tea irritates my bladder and caffeine affects my sleep. I feel great and hardly ever get sick.
Would it be beneficial for a person who suffers with vascular dementia, to drink kombucha ?
I’m enjoying listening to Dr. Axe.
I am interested in trying this beverage, who would U recommend, thx and I enjoyed the info. Tx Proud and B safe
I deal with IBS my doctor told me i need more Probiotics I also deal with underactive thyroid, and fibromylga I think this will help
I drank 1 bottle of kombucha a day for 1 week and then I had yeast infection, and this video just confirmed it. Apparently not for everyone.
I felt my dandruff coming back.
Great info! Thank you
Thanks for the info
Would've loved to hear how it affects those with autoimmune disease.
I have crohns and I started about a month ago and even though i still take my Imodium every day this drink helped the gas and bloating, but since i do t drink at all i did get a little buzz and now i take it at night and it helps me sleep . 8 oz
I've never had it and I felt quite upbeat actually after drinking it for the first time
Interesting article- thanks
Thanks,I love kombucha and feel great by drinking it.
what do recommend for diverticulosis along with ibs , please , as I was contemplating using kombucha , thanks in advance
Incorporating probiotic foods like kefir may be a good option for IBS. It's always best to keep your primary healthcare provider in the loop about your diet to make sure you're on the right track. This may also help: draxe.com/health/ibs-diet-food-cures/?.
I drink 1/4 cup daily for gut health. My entire life I’ve always had digestive issues n constipation. It has improved with kombucha
Your awesome Dr. ....great video
nice video info !!
Would you recommend or does someone have any experience drinking this who has lupus? If so, what's your feed back?
Please l want someone translate because I have التهاب مناعي على الكليتين بواحد كرتوزون والمايفورتك يوميا and I required can I have campotcha or kefir ممكن اجد شخص يساعدني او يترجملي المواضيع هذه لا عندي بالبيت فطر الكيفر والكامبوتشا
Brewing some tea for my scoby now!
I have IBS and it makes quite a difference in my gut.
I was 49 years old when I moved to an area that had a grocery store that served non alcoholic Komucha. I had not had a yeast infection since my early 20’s. After consuming it for a couple of weeks- just a little everyday, I developed a systemic yeast infection (my gut hurt, had vaginal yeast and felt like I had knives in my throat). I became very ill. I felt horrible, couldn’t eat anything, was dizzy, had memory issues( couldn’t remember my best friend’s last name), calcifications that were/ are visible etc... I am much better now- gut feels better, however my thyroid was affected. Working on that now! Take many supplements everyday, no gluten or grains, no sugar and I’m on my way back to health!
Darn it! Guess I shouldn’t start making this again. I have fibromyalgia and a lot of people say candida might be the cause. This bums me out because I loved making this stuff. It’s very satisfying to make your own “something” healthy for you and your loved one.
I cut up the scobys ad my chickens love them.
Lovely info.
Thank you for this video
Kombucha can also be made with a mix of green and black tea, or just green tea. Been experimenting and making my own for years now, and it works just as well, not to mention all the benefits green tea has to offer! Check out Kombucha Kamp!
Happy brewing 🌈🌻
I'd have to disagree with this video. I started recently drinking kombucha and I have ibs. Recently my ibs was triggered by stress and anxiety which is why I bought some to try and it helped my symptoms go away completely. I've tried many different medications for ibs symptoms and none of them worked. The only thing that came close was taking probiotics and taking cbd. But, they didn't stop my stomach cramps and intense pain completely. Only the kombucha did, it also helped me to feel amazing like energized yet also calm, focused, and happier. I'd definitely recommend it to someone with ibs to at least try a small amount and see if it helps. I know some people with ibs do have worsened symptoms but sometimes like in my case it helped. Also, the low fodmap diet is a live saver and helped reduce my ibs symptoms almost completely. Just a quick tip to anyone who may be reading this wanting to try kombucha, don't drink the whole bottle if it's 16 oz. If you stick to the serving size which is normally 8 oz then you should be okay and not have negative symptoms. If you drink more than 8 oz in a day some people report getting sick. I know a lot of people usually go by the mentality that if it's so good I must drink more, but that's not the best bet at least with kombucha. To much of a good thing can be toxic. Also, when I was disagnosed with ibs years ago my doctor recommended that I try probiotics, probiotic yogurt, and even kombucha (which I hated the first time I sipped it and only recently gave it a try again) so I don't understand why he thinks that could be a problem.
Tysm!!! Comprehensive!
Thank you very much.
Would you please review jun where fermentation is not interrupted so no carbs remain?
Does this also apply for coconut water kefir (with no sugar added into fermentation). I have major gut issues and dont want to make anything worse
Worse by trying kombucha? I like water kefir and am unsure if I want to try kombucha.
Awesome knowledge
Very cool info
What is your brother's company name? I would love to check out his brand of Kombucha! You are the best Dr Axe!!!
Dr. Axe: you're brother has a Komucha company... can you list the company's name if it's still in business? thanks
This and hemp protein helped me a lot recently
I have ulcerative colitis and I had the worst addiction to Coca Cola and I used kombucha to replace my soda addiction and I have not had much problems with kombucha in fact it has helped me eliminate my soda addiction and especially drinking kombucha with ginger has helped calm and sooth my flare ups when I was actively flaring. But also I need to mention that I am currently on entyvio which has helped significantly improve and reduce my flare ups and has helped bring me into remission. Combine kombucha with eating an anti inflammatory diet and my ulcerative colitis has been well controlled.
2:50 when the burp comes off you cannot stop it... lol
94JAVS That's cause he just drank kombucha 😁
Mind is clearer and energy level dramatically improved.
I first heard about kombucha from you Dr Axe in 2016. I make and drink it daily. It's very popular in my family.
My kombucha scobus appreciates hibiscus tea,honey,agave nectar,angel sugar...just about any related substance...it's pretty varied in what it likes...
One serving a day? Now, that's discipline!