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.
Over 400 million people worldwide have type 2 diabetes, which causes high blood sugar levels and insulin resistance. A 2012 study of diabetic rats found that kombucha could slow the digestion of carbs, which also helped reduce blood sugar levels. Additionally, diabetes often inhibits kidney and liver function — symptoms kombucha may help prevent. If further research confirms these effects in humans, kombucha could become a functional supplement for managing diabetes.

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