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The Health Benefits of Daily Kombucha Probiotic Shots
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Research Reveals Healthy Soft Drink:
First Peer-Reviewed, Randomised, Controlled Trial of Kombucha Shows Living Kombucha Improves Blood Sugar Levels After Meals
The first ever randomised, placebo-controlled, clinical trial of kombucha has been published in Frontiers of Nutrition and shows ‘living kombucha’ reduces the blood sugar spike and improves insulin response after meals compared to soda water or diet soft drink.
The research, which was conducted by Prof Jennie Brand-Miller and her team at Sydney University’s Glycemic Index Research Service (SUGiRS) and supported by an Australia Innovation Connections Grant, was published in the prestigious peer-reviewed journal Frontiers in Nutrition.
Prof Brand-Miller said; “Rarely do nutritionists have something good to say about soft drinks, but now there’s an exception – we have shown a specific live form of kombucha reduces the blood glucose response to a meal.”
According to study co-author Prof Marc Cohen, “Kombucha originated in ancient China where it was labelled the “Elixir of Life” and “The Tea of Immortality’ after it was discovered fermented tea produces a delicious, fizzy and tart drink that makes the drinker feel wonderful. ”Prof Cohen adds: “The health effects of kombucha have been extensively studied in animals and kombucha has been shown to assist in detoxification, digestion, antioxidation, energy metabolism and immunity, yet this is the first controlled clinical trial of kombucha in humans, and the first study to show living kombucha reduces post-prandial blood sugar spikes when consumed with a meal”.
“The mechanisms of kombucha’s action on blood sugar are unclear, and not all kombuchas are the same” said Prof Cohen “The kombucha used in the study, which is produced by The Good Brew Kombucha Company in Daylesford Victoria, was previously reported to contain 200 microbial species and two and a half times the polyphenol content of green tea. This suggests this kombucha is a rich source of probiotics and the kombucha SCOBY (Symbiotic Colony of Bacteria and Yeast) bioactivates the phytochemicals in tea to produce new beneficial nutrients.”Prof Cohen, added” “Kombucha is the world’s fastest growing functional beverage with a global market of over US$500 million in 2022, so it’s surprising it’s taken so long to see a published clinical trial of kombucha in humans.
”Prof Brand-Miller concludes: “This provides an alternative to both alcoholic and non- alcoholic beverages and is a simple and enjoyable way to improve health.
”The study titled “Glycemic Index and Insulin Index after a Standard Carbohydrate Meal Consumed with Live Kombucha: A Randomised, Placebo-Controlled, Crossover Trial” can be accessed from: https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fnut.2023.1036717/abstract)
For media enquires contact:
Prof Marc Cohen:
info@drmarc.co
Phone +61(0) 439 446 688
Prof Jenni Brand-Miller:
jennie.brandmiller@sydney.edu.au
Phone +61(0) 417 658 695
A probiotic shot is a concentrated liquid that contains a high amount of beneficial bacteria, also known as probiotics. These bacteria are similar to the ones that naturally live in the gut and improve gut health by restoring the balance of good and bad bacteria.
Probiotics, which are beneficial bacteria found in certain foods and supplements, can have a number of health benefits when consumed daily. Some potential benefits of a daily probiotic shot may include:
Improved digestion:
Probiotics can help balance the bacteria in your gut, which can lead to better digestion and regularity.
Boosted immunity:
Probiotics can help support your immune system by stimulating the production of antibodies and white blood cells.
Reduced risk of certain infections:
Probiotics can help reduce the risk of certain infections, such as urinary tract infections and yeast infections.
Improved mental health:
Probiotics may also have a positive effect on mental health by reducing anxiety, depression and symptoms of stress.
Weight management:
Probiotics may also help with weight management by reducing inflammation and helping to regulate appetite.
There are several signs that may indicate a need for a probiotic supplement, including:
Digestive issues:
If you experience symptoms such as bloating, gas, constipation, or diarrhea, it may be a sign that your gut microbiome is out of balance.
Antibiotic use:
Antibiotics can disrupt the balance of good and bad bacteria in the gut, making it a good idea to take a probiotic supplement while taking antibiotics and after finishing the course.
Immune system issues:
Research suggests that probiotics can help boost the immune system, so if you find yourself getting sick frequently, a probiotic supplement may be beneficial.
Mood or mental health issues:
Some studies have suggested that probiotics may have an impact on mental health, so if you struggle with anxiety or depression, it may be worth considering adding probiotics to your diet.
Skin conditions:
Probiotics may help improve skin conditions like eczema, rosacea and acne.
Probiotics are living microorganisms that need to be active in order to provide their potential health benefits. When probiotics are active, they are able to colonize the gut and interact with the existing gut microbiome, which can help to improve gut health and boost the immune system.
Probiotics that are not active, or have been killed by heat, or other factors will not be able to provide the same benefits, this is true of many popular commercial Kombucha Brands
Additionally, probiotics that are not active living cultures may not be able to survive the acidic environment of the stomach and may not reach the gut in sufficient numbers to be effective.
So, when choosing a probiotic supplement, it is important to look for products that contain active living cultures.
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The gut-brain axis, a connection between the gut and the brain, has been studied extensively in recent years. Studies have shown that there is a close relationship between the gut microbiome, which is the collection of microorganisms that live in the gut, and mental health.
Probiotics, which are live microorganisms that can provide health benefits when consumed in sufficient amounts, have been found to have a positive impact on mood. Several studies have suggested that probiotics may reduce symptoms of anxiety and depression. This is thought to be because probiotics help to balance the bacteria in the gut, which can affect the production of neurotransmitters such as serotonin and dopamine.
These neurotransmitters play a crucial role in regulating mood and emotions. Additionally, probiotics may also help to reduce inflammation, which has been linked to mental health conditions such as depression.
