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FAQ about Kombucha
Why should i drink kombucha?
Kombucha promotes detoxifcation. Like all fermented food, it helps to promote a healthy digestive system thus improving your body's immune system.
Top 5 Reason to brew Kombucha
These are the top 5 reasons you should start brewing immediately.
What is the difference between SCOBY and Kombucha?
SCOBY = Single Colony of Yeast and Bacteria.
Kombucha is sugared tea fermented with SCOBY.
1 Its cost-effective
With the rise in food price, other sources of probiotics is going to go up. Kombucha offers a cheaper and natural alternative to regular probiotics.
2 Easy to maintain
With the continuous brewing kit, you can tap freshly brewed kombucha on a daily basis without much hassle.
Is it difficult to brew Kombucha ? Does your guideline come in bahasa Malaysia?
It is not difficult to brew at all. Just follow my step to step guideline to achieve the perfect brew.
In fact i do have the Bahasa Malaysia version. Just request it from me and I will provide the Bahasa Malaysia version to you at no additional cost.
My SCOBY had stopped brewing. Why?
There could be a number of reasons to this. One of the most common is that your culture has aged and is coming to the end of its lifespan.
3 Trusted for many generations
The benefits of kombucha had been known for centuries. It was a drink fit for a king. Now it is yours.
4 Its organic
Most of the commercial probiotic drinks avaiable has additives and preservaties; kombucha is home made and does not need additives for storage.
5 Its fun to brew!
Honestly, it fun to start your own kombucha adventure. Brewing, harvesting and taking care of your colony is a fulfing as it is beneficial for health.
Is it an alcoholic drink?
Kombucha is definitely not an alcoholic drink. The percentage of alcohol stands at only 0.005% which is highly negligible.
Should I wash the mother Culture? It stinks!
You dont have to. The "stink" is actually the smell of fermentation. Washing actually might have an adverse effect as it will remove the yeast which is part of the SCOBY from the mother culture.
Is kombucha the same with kefir?
Yes and no. Yes in a sense that both are fermentation product. No in a sense that both uses different types of bacteria to ferment.
Is it a cure for diabetes?
It is a common myth that Kombucha can help with diabetes. As it stands there is no scientific evidence that Kombucha can assist with those who has diabetes. Better err at the side of caution on this one.
Top 3 uses of an "aged" Mother SCOBY
1. Pet Food
Blend the "aged mother" and mix it with your pet food . Your pet will instantly get the benefits from Kombucha as well.
2. Compost
Same as no 1, blend or just place the aged mother culture with your compost pile to return the nutrients back to the soil and to your garden.
3 Direct consumption
Yes the aged mother culture is edible!. All you need to do is to clean it, cut it into small block pieces and at it to any beverage (kombucha included of course). The texture is like nata de coco and it will provide your body with celulose which is excellent for colon health.