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It’s hard to believe that I gave up the lattes and calories for something that sounds like a drink from Mars. I love going to the health food store and often times a quick run for one or two items can turn into a new adventure lasting longer than my schedule allows, checking out the latest in natural health. A few years ago, I stumbled upon a new beverage – Kombucha Synergy.
Bye-Bye latte and Hello Kombucha! I’ve traded in the weekly, sometimes bi-weekly lattes at 180-220 calories, depending whether or not I opt for whole or non-fat milk for something healthier, with a lot less calories, and delectable to my tastes buds.
Don’t get me wrong, I love Starbucks and Caribou; and still make frequent stops at whichever is within my route but for their coffee of the day rather than the usual complicated order that probably made the Barista’s heads spin (tall, skim latte with no foam and one pump of vanilla).
One of my best girlfriends and I used to work together and at least twice a week we would have our coffee break during lunch and catch up. Neither of us are with the same employer; she moved away and I’ve found a new love.
Let me mention that around the holidays when Pumpkin Spice and Eggnog lattes are rolled out, I may have one or two during the season, OK… maybe three to satisfy my craving as it gets me into the holiday mood. After all, I might just become the mayor at a Starbucks on Foursquare very soon! Maybe I’ll get some perks.
But you may wondering, “What the heck is Kombucha?” Kombucha is a live culture of microorganisms often known as either a mushroom or tea. Kombucha has been around since 221 BC and was popular in Eastern China and spread to Russia and Japan because of its health benefits. It’s reported to promote liver health, digestion, detoxifies and decrease appetite in addition to building a strong immune system. This discovery was a “love at first sight!”
Kombucha Synergy comes in a variety of flavors; my favorites are mango and raspberry. However, if I feel a need to detox or promote cleansing, I’ll opt for Green Super-food or to sooth a tummy ache, I’ll go for the Gingerade. Kombucha Synergy is raw, natural, organic, and full of antioxidants, non- caffeinated, no artificial flavors or preservatives. Although it’s not a carbonated drink, there’s a slight fizz for those who like a little carbonation. Don’t be alarmed by the slimy enzymes that are floating at the bottom. It’s actually what you want to drink Kombucha for; it’s loaded with health properties.
You can find Kombucha Synergy at Whole Foods Market and various health stores across the country; a few conventional grocery stores such as Jewel are even carrying it. The price ranges between $2.79-3.50 per bottle.
Have you tried Kombucha Synergy? Let me know what you think!
Disclosure: I have no material connections to any of the brands, products, or topics mentioned herein. The opinions are purely my own. Any posts containing health mentions are for educational purpose only and is not intended to treat or diagnose.
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Wow, you are VERY incorrect in your article. Almost all commerical kombucha is made w/black or green tea, and is VERY caffeinated. Why do you think it stimulates “energy,” lowers appetite, releases toxins? I am suffering from a major caffeine headache right now and will not buy GT’s products again. Unless the kombucha is made w/herbal tea, it’s caffeinated. Never again…herbal only from here out…even if I have to make my own.
Thank you for your reply…although understand your point…the truth is some things that are caffeinated such as green tea do have health benefits. Some people are just more sensitive to caffeine than others. Herbal teas are simply for taste and have little to no health benefits.
I’ve not tried this yet, Duong. But after reading what you had to say about it I’m going to have to go find some. I must admit that replacing some of my other less than healthy drinks with this one is a pretty good idea. -Thanks!
Nice to find your blog here. I love Kombucha..I feel great when I drink it..think I might go get one now! Hope you will stop by and visit me at Lessons from the Monk I Married where I am writing about my 13-year journey with my husband, a former Korean Buddhist monk. Love your blog!