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Homebrewed Kombucha Tea

After hearing all the talk about the health benefits of kombucha tea, I did some research to see what the buzz was about. Kombucha tea is probiotic-rich and antimicrobial, which means it improves digestive function while helping to fight off bacteria that can cause illness. Studies show that increased consumption of probiotics may lower cholesterol, increase energy, and support immune function. This tasty beverage is also packed with antioxidants that fight free radicals, which cause damage on a cellular level.

Kombucha tea is brewed using a SCOBY. The term “SCOBY” is often mistaken for a mushroom, when in fact it’s an acronym meaning

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