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How is kombucha different from tea mushroom? Is it safe to drink it every day?

Kombucha and tea mushroom are the same name for a drink resulting from the symbiosis of a yeast fungus with bacteria native to China. The exact composition of tea mushroom is unknown as it can vary. The drink was called tea mushroom in the Soviet Union, and it was in almost every home. Now there is a new wave of popularity, and it came from the West, not from the homeland of the drink. Unfortunately, often what is on store shelves is just a way to sell a not quite useful drink, taking advantage of people’s weakness for trends.

Also, tea mushroom is an antioxidant that protects the liver. Above all, this statement applies to the green tea-based variety of the drink.

“Tea kvass” (another name for kombucha) has an antibacterial effect due to the acetic acid it contains – it is formed during fermentation. There are studies claiming that kombucha inhibits the activity of Staphylococcus aureus and other similar bacteria.

In addition, kombucha reduces the risk of cardiovascular disease. It helps to reduce the concentration of “harmful” cholesterol and causes an increase in “beneficial” cholesterol in the blood. This reduces the risk of many diseases.

Tea mushroom reduces the risk of developing type II diabetes: it slows down the breakdown and absorption of carbohydrates from the intestinal lumen. Also, the drink (especially on the basis of green tea) prevents the development of cancer, because it is able to inhibit the growth of cancer cells.

In addition, tea mushroom is not combined with certain medications, such as certain anti-inflammatory drugs, antibiotics and narcotic painkillers.

Is it safe to drink kombucha every day?

Kombucha is recommended to be consumed separately from meals. It is better 1-3 hours before a meal or 1-1.5 hours after. The recommended portion is 200-300 ml of the drink 2-3 times a day.