The detoxifying capacity of kombucha is immense. A perfect example is in its ability to counteract liver cell toxicity. According to research, this antioxidant activity could be beneficial against liver diseases, where oxidative stress is known to play a crucial role.
Naturally, the antioxidant prowess of this ancient tea counteracts free radicals that create mayhem in the digestive system. However, the greatest reason kombucha supports digestion is because of its high levels of beneficial acid, probiotics and enzymes.Some research shows that kombucha has the ability to prevent and heal leaky gut or stomach ulcers.
Kombucha’s ability to invigorate people is credited to the formation of iron that is released from the black tea during the fermentation process. It also contains some caffeine (although in very small amounts) and b-vitamins, which can energize the body.
Through this special process known as chelation, the Iron released helps boost blood hemoglobin, improving oxygen supply to tissues and stimulating the energy-producing process at the cellular level. In other words, by helping the body create more energy (ATP), the ancient tea can help those regularly drink and stay energized.
The overall effect that kombucha has to moderate the immune system is best seen in its ability to control free radicals through antioxidant measures. Clinically proven to decrease oxidative stress and related immuno-suppression, a powerful antioxidant known as D-saccharic acid 1, 4-lactone (DSL) was discovered during the kombucha fermentation process that is not found in black tea alone.
Scientists suspect that DSL and the vitamin C present in kombucha are its main secrets in protecting against cell damage, inflammatory diseases, tumors and overall depression of the immune system. Also, we know the probiotics found in kombucha support the immune system.
Kombucha can help heal, repair and prevent joint damage in a number of ways. Kombucha is loaded with glucosamines, which increase synovial hyaluronic acid production. This supports the prevention of collagen and prevents arthritic pain. In the same way it supports joint collagen, it also supports collagen of the entire body and reduces the appearance of wrinkles on skin.
Data from a study in 2005 showed evidence that kombucha improves metabolism and limits fat accumulation. Though we need to see more studies before we can confirm these results, it makes sense that kmbucha supports weight loss since it is high in acetic acid (just like apple cider vinegar) and polyphenols, which are proven to help increase weight loss.