For those who have an active Candida infection or are prone to them, kombucha may be something you want to avoid. Many commercial kombuchas are grown with controls to ensure that unwanted bacteria do not overgrow and cause an imbalance in the SCOBY. So, these are relatively safe and, accor...
Working at a state university provides certain unasked-for pleasures, certain unwanted fringe benefits, and a wide assortment of things you thought you’d left behind a long time ago, not unlike drinking turned wine instead of putting it in the compost. Why do you do it? You’re not broke...
it’s true that cats, unlike humans, don’t derive much nutrition from vegetables. But Dr. Colleran assures us that carbohydrates aren’t inherently bad for cats. Rather, cats are just able to
The philosophy that too much of a good thing can be bad applies to kombucha. Though the occasional kombucha drinker needn't worry about this side effect, those drinking multiple bottles of kombucha every daymay be at risk for a condition called lactic acidosis. Is it OK to drink kombucha da...
, eczema, other skin issues, etc.) are caused or adversely impacted by ‘leaky gut.’ If you do decide you need an antibiotic, make sure to prioritize boosting your gut flora with pro-biotics, and especially with natural fermented foods such as sauerkraut, kimchi, kefir, and kombucha....
It's cheap and easy to make, but if you leave itfermenting too long it can get a strong taste, and actually will turn to vinegar which will stay perfectly preserved. If your kombucha tea ever gets too strong for your taste, don't throw it out!
Kimchi, Tempeh, miso, sauerkraut (the kind that you buy cold, these have live probiotics), kombucha,raw apple cider vinegar, plain yogurt and kefir are all great. Even wine and dark chocolate are fermented and good for you in smaller doses. Read Mike’s articleThe Truth about Yogurtfor ...
Kombucha tea, which is made from black or green tea, contains all of the beneficial antioxidants of these teas, plus a good dose ofhealthy probiotics and B vitamins. And,kombucha tea is fermented, so the sugar in the tea is mostly used up in the fermentation process. ...
So today I bring you a little of my inner role player self…or at least when I used too. Long, long ago, I wanted to be this Bad Ass, rock’n the weapons warrior woman! Well I think this picture pretty much sums up my dreams. Maybe a little less battled but she’s ready to ...
Just as consumers are seeking better-for-you options when they indulge, they are looking for more function from their everyday beverages as well, these include milk-alternatives, plant-based protein drinks, kombucha and probiotic drinks, and caffeinated beverages, as well as products with adaptogens...