Kombucha: A Comprehensive Guide to Its Health Benefits
Kombucha has been linked to everything from better digestion to improved mood, but most research is still early stage. Here's an honest look at what the evidence actually supports.
3. Killing Bacteria
Another important product of kombucha's fermentation process is acetic acid. Substances that contain acetic acid, such as vinegar, have strong antimicrobial effects. A study from the Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry shows that in a lab environment, the acetic acid in kombucha can effectively kill dangerous bacteria. The study also shows that other materials in kombucha have antimicrobial effects. However, it's important to note that lab environments are not human bodies and that kombucha may not have the same effect on a person.
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