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#1 Peter Wollesen on 02 Jun 12
Kombucha has just been pulled off the shelves by most of the major distributors in the United States, because of some concerns over the minuscule amount of alcohol that is in kombucha due to the fermentation process from which it is produced. I have always been aware that kombucha had a little alcohol in it, but have never heard of anyone getting drunk or even a small buzz from drinking it, nor have I ever seen kids or teenagers buying kombucha.

I personally am not a big kombucha drinker, but I know many people that drink it everyday and are going to be very upset over this situation. The government wants to control the supplement industry so the Food and Drug Administration have put pressure on wholesale distributors and large retailers.

This is the notice that is currently on the shelves where kombucha used to be in a Whole Foods market by my house," Key suppliers and Whole Foods Market have elected to voluntarily withdraw Kombucha products in bottles and on tap from our stores at this time due to labeling concerns related to slightly elevated alcohol levels in some products. ??This is not a quality issue. Sorry for any inconvenience."

The following is a letter that is paraphrased from a major health food distributor to the retail stores that they service:

"Effective immediately and until further notice all sales of unpasteurized ready to drink kombucha products, regardless of brand, have been suspended from distribution. In order for distribution to commence on a supplier by supplier basis each supplier must accomplish the following two requirements:

1. Certify in writing by an authorized company officer that the supplier's unpasteurized ready to drink kombucha has been taken from an applicable distribution center and been subjected to alcohol content testing within the past 30 days and all such tested samples show less than.5% alcohol content by volume.

2. An authorized company officer must execute a specific indemnification agreement related to this issue.

At this time we will not be picking up affected product and we advise our customers to remove from sale until such time as the above requirements are met. Please understand these measures taken are designed to protect you and your customers and we appreciate your support while we all work through this issue."

The manufactures of kombucha need to be able to prove and document that the drinks do not exceed.5% alcohol. I would assume that the major companies like GTS would have the resources to get this handled quickly. I hope this is just minor inconvenience for those of you who love kombucha.

As the weather starts to turn warm, lots of folks start making sun tea to wet their whistle and cool down. Well how about trying your hand at kombucha? No, it's not a Mercian dance; it's a drink and a mighty powerful one at that.

Kombucha, is a naturally fermented beverage made from tea, sugar and a symbiotic culture of bacteria and yeast (scoby).You've properly seen or maybe even tried some of the store bought brands before and this might seem like a something new; but did you know kombucha has been around for thousands of years?! Ancient Chinese literature from the Qin Dynasty (221-206 B.C.E.) refers to kombucha as "the tea of immorality" and "the elixir of life." Kombucha is said to have widespread healing and cleansing abilities that have an effect on the entire body. Many practitioners of Chinese medicine recommend drinking 4 ounces or more every day.

The kombucha microorganisms produce a wide spectrum of enzymes, organic acids, beneficial bacteria, and vitamins; including the much needed B vitamins during the fermentation process. Research suggests that kombucha improves resistance against cancer, prevents cardiovascular disease, stimulates and reboots the immune system, reduces inflammation, improves liver function, and regulates digestive function.

Making your own kombucha is super easy, very inexpensive and better than anything you've ever bought because you control what goes into it; always assuring a high quality brew. If you know someone brewing kombucha, ask them for a scoby and follow the directions below to make your own homegrown batch. If you cannot find one from a trusted friend, there are many sources available; I like Happy Herbalist dot com. They're a reputable source for kombucha starters.

How To Make Kombucha Tea

Start with clean hands, a stainless steel pot, wooden spoon and a wide mouth glass Mason jar or wide mouth glass gallon pitcher.Clean all of the above with vinegar, NOT soap.
- In a stainless steel pot, boil a gallon of water.
- Add 4-6 tea bags (black, white, or green, regular or decaf) and let steep about 20 minutes.
- I have experimented with a lot of different teas and have also made some delicious brews just using ginger, fresh mint, and cinnamon sticks as alternatives to tea bags. Experiment and have fun!
- Stir in 1 cup of raw cane sugar.
- Use the purest most unprocessed sugar you can buy. I have used agave nectar or coconut nectar to keep my brews raw. Although it's not what the classical recipe calls for, they both worked beautifully.
- Bring tea to room temperature.
- Add starter tea and scoby (symbiotic culture of bacteria and yeast) to gallon glass jar.
- Cover the jar with a cotton cloth (cheese cloth, tea towel) secured with a rubber band to keep out fruit flies and bacteria. A coffee filter works well for a top also.
- Store your jar in a warm dry place, out of direct sunlight.
Your kombucha is ready when it tastes delicious to you or when there is a new scoby on top - this can take anywhere from 7-14 days depending on the climate. It can take longer in colder weather.
- Pour off the liquid and transfer to clean glass bottles and seal to make it fizzy.
Store your ready kombucha in the refrigerator or it will continue fermenting and will wind up tasting like vinegar. Now you can make another batch, or store your scoby in a glass jar with some of the liquid in the refrigerator, until ready to brew again.

Do not ever use plastic bags or jars as the little organisms in your brew will eat the plastic and thus you too will be drinking plastic.

Helpful Tips: For a less sweet brew; cut the sweetener by quarters until you find what tastes best to you. The new scoby looks like a membrane when it starts to grow. It's your indicator that your brew is almost done. Mold is rare but dangerous. If you see black or blue spots on top of your batch, throw it out - that is mold.

Anyone who has done research on metabolism or weight loss understands the power that tea can have. While green tea and black tea tend to grab most of the highlights, there is an amazing variety of different teas and herbal teas which are shown to have general health benefits in addition to potential weight loss benefits. Kombucha tea receives a lot of this attention, and the press has been pretty mixed on it. Pushed back in the spotlight with questions amount alcoholic fermentation, and when Lindsay Lohan was spotted drinking it, there are some major health benefits to properly prepared Kombucha, but also some major red flags as well.

Kombucha is sometimes referred to as a "Kombucha mushroom" because the mother fungus that the tea is brewed from looks like a fungal mushroom, although it is not. This is normally added to traditional black tea and treated following strict instructions that keep everything as sterile as possible during the brewing and fermenting process. The biggest concern with Kombucha is having it get contaminated.

Pros of Kombucha Tea

There are many positives to drinking limited amounts of Kombucha tea. Assuming all the tea is properly brewed this substance has been used for centuries as a natural stomach ache cure that also increases the overall health of the drinker. Early testing shows some major potential weight loss benefits that include ramping up the metabolism and encouraging fat burn.

There are also the many health benefits. While these claims have not been scientifically tested yet, Kombucha has been used as a homeopathic remedy for improving metabolic health, aiding digestion, preventing cancer, stimulating the immune system, losing weight, increases energy, helps relieve joint pain, and liver detoxification. These claims still need to undergo more thorough testing for confirmation.

Cons of Kombucha Tea

Among the minor drawbacks, the taste of Kombucha tea is known for being terrible and hard for some people with sensitive stomachs to enjoy. There have also been some rare, but extremely serious cases where the tea being brewed at home was contaminated from improper brewing, and the result was severe illness and in at least two recorded cases, even death. During these times the issue wasn't allergies or normal Kombucha Tea, it was the dangers of what could happen when the tea was contaminated during the brewing process.

If you are going to brew your own Kombucha Tea it's critical to make sure that nothing is contaminated during the process and that it's done correctly so you can enjoy the full range of healthy benefits without any of negatives that comes from contamination.

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<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">Kombucha has just been pulled off the shelves by most of the major distributors in the United States, because of some concerns over the minuscule amount of alcohol that is in kombucha due to the fermentation process from which it is produced. I have always been aware that kombucha had a little alcohol in it, but have never heard of anyone getting drunk or even a small buzz from drinking it, nor have I ever seen kids or teenagers buying kombucha. I personally am not a big kombucha drinker, but I know many people that drink it everyday and are going to be very upset over this situation. The government wants to control the supplement industry so the Food and Drug Administration have put pressure on wholesale distributors and large retailers. This is the notice that is currently on the shelves where kombucha used to be in a Whole Foods market by my house," Key suppliers and Whole Foods Market have elected to voluntarily withdraw Kombucha products in bottles and on tap from our stores at this time due to labeling concerns related to slightly elevated alcohol levels in some products. ??This is not a quality issue. Sorry for any inconvenience." The following is a letter that is paraphrased from a major health food distributor to the retail stores that they service: "Effective immediately and until further notice all sales of unpasteurized ready to drink kombucha products, regardless of brand, have been suspended from distribution. In order for distribution to commence on a supplier by supplier basis each supplier must accomplish the following two requirements: 1. Certify in writing by an authorized company officer that the supplier's unpasteurized ready to drink kombucha has been taken from an applicable distribution center and been subjected to alcohol content testing within the past 30 days and all such tested samples show less than.5% alcohol content by volume. 2. An authorized company officer must execute a specific indemnification agreement related to this issue. At this time we will not be picking up affected product and we advise our customers to remove from sale until such time as the above requirements are met. Please understand these measures taken are designed to protect you and your customers and we appreciate your support while we all work through this issue." The manufactures of kombucha need to be able to prove and document that the drinks do not exceed.5% alcohol. I would assume that the major companies like GTS would have the resources to get this handled quickly. I hope this is just minor inconvenience for those of you who love kombucha. As the weather starts to turn warm, lots of folks start making sun tea to wet their whistle and cool down. Well how about trying your hand at kombucha? No, it's not a Mercian dance; it's a drink and a mighty powerful one at that. Kombucha, is a naturally fermented beverage made from tea, sugar and a symbiotic culture of bacteria and yeast (scoby).You've properly seen or maybe even tried some of the store bought brands before and this might seem like a something new; but did you know kombucha has been around for thousands of years?! Ancient Chinese literature from the Qin Dynasty (221-206 B.C.E.) refers to kombucha as "the tea of immorality" and "the elixir of life." Kombucha is said to have widespread healing and cleansing abilities that have an effect on the entire body. Many practitioners of Chinese medicine recommend drinking 4 ounces or more every day. The kombucha microorganisms produce a wide spectrum of enzymes, organic acids, beneficial bacteria, and vitamins; including the much needed B vitamins during the fermentation process. Research suggests that kombucha improves resistance against cancer, prevents cardiovascular disease, stimulates and reboots the immune system, reduces inflammation, improves liver function, and regulates digestive function. Making your own kombucha is super easy, very inexpensive and better than anything you've ever bought because you control what goes into it; always assuring a high quality brew. If you know someone brewing kombucha, ask them for a scoby and follow the directions below to make your own homegrown batch. If you cannot find one from a trusted friend, there are many sources available; I like Happy Herbalist dot com. They're a reputable source for kombucha starters. How To Make Kombucha Tea Start with clean hands, a stainless steel pot, wooden spoon and a wide mouth glass Mason jar or wide mouth glass gallon pitcher.Clean all of the above with vinegar, NOT soap. <ul> <li>In a stainless steel pot, boil a gallon of water.</li> <li>Add 4-6 tea bags (black, white, or green, regular or decaf) and let steep about 20 minutes.</li> <li>I have experimented with a lot of different teas and have also made some delicious brews just using ginger, fresh mint, and cinnamon sticks as alternatives to tea bags. Experiment and have fun!</li> <li>Stir in 1 cup of raw cane sugar.</li> <li>Use the purest most unprocessed sugar you can buy. I have used agave nectar or coconut nectar to keep my brews raw. Although it's not what the classical recipe calls for, they both worked beautifully.</li> <li>Bring tea to room temperature.</li> <li>Add starter tea and scoby (symbiotic culture of bacteria and yeast) to gallon glass jar.</li> <li>Cover the jar with a cotton cloth (cheese cloth, tea towel) secured with a rubber band to keep out fruit flies and bacteria. A coffee filter works well for a top also.</li> <li>Store your jar in a warm dry place, out of direct sunlight.</li> </ul> Your kombucha is ready when it tastes delicious to you or when there is a new scoby on top - this can take anywhere from 7-14 days depending on the climate. It can take longer in colder weather. <ul> <li>Pour off the liquid and transfer to clean glass bottles and seal to make it fizzy.</li> </ul> Store your ready kombucha in the refrigerator or it will continue fermenting and will wind up tasting like vinegar. Now you can make another batch, or store your scoby in a glass jar with some of the liquid in the refrigerator, until ready to brew again. Do not ever use plastic bags or jars as the little organisms in your brew will eat the plastic and thus you too will be drinking plastic. Helpful Tips: For a less sweet brew; cut the sweetener by quarters until you find what tastes best to you. The new scoby looks like a membrane when it starts to grow. It's your indicator that your brew is almost done. Mold is rare but dangerous. If you see black or blue spots on top of your batch, throw it out - that is mold. Anyone who has done research on metabolism or weight loss understands the power that tea can have. While green tea and black tea tend to grab most of the highlights, there is an amazing variety of different teas and herbal teas which are shown to have general health benefits in addition to potential weight loss benefits. Kombucha tea receives a lot of this attention, and the press has been pretty mixed on it. Pushed back in the spotlight with questions amount alcoholic fermentation, and when Lindsay Lohan was spotted drinking it, there are some major health benefits to properly prepared Kombucha, but also some major red flags as well. Kombucha is sometimes referred to as a "Kombucha mushroom" because the mother fungus that the tea is brewed from looks like a fungal mushroom, although it is not. This is normally added to traditional black tea and treated following strict instructions that keep everything as sterile as possible during the brewing and fermenting process. The biggest concern with Kombucha is having it get contaminated. Pros of Kombucha Tea There are many positives to drinking limited amounts of Kombucha tea. Assuming all the tea is properly brewed this substance has been used for centuries as a natural stomach ache cure that also increases the overall health of the drinker. Early testing shows some major potential weight loss benefits that include ramping up the metabolism and encouraging fat burn. There are also the many health benefits. While these claims have not been scientifically tested yet, Kombucha has been used as a homeopathic remedy for improving metabolic health, aiding digestion, preventing cancer, stimulating the immune system, losing weight, increases energy, helps relieve joint pain, and liver detoxification. These claims still need to undergo more thorough testing for confirmation. Cons of Kombucha Tea Among the minor drawbacks, the taste of Kombucha tea is known for being terrible and hard for some people with sensitive stomachs to enjoy. There have also been some rare, but extremely serious cases where the tea being brewed at home was contaminated from improper brewing, and the result was severe illness and in at least two recorded cases, even death. During these times the issue wasn't allergies or normal Kombucha Tea, it was the dangers of what could happen when the tea was contaminated during the brewing process. If you are going to brew your own Kombucha Tea it's critical to make sure that nothing is contaminated during the process and that it's done correctly so you can enjoy the full range of healthy benefits without any of negatives that comes from contamination. <a href="https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.app_makekombucha.layout&feature=search_result" rel="nofollow">make kombucha tea</a>, <a href="http://itunes.apple.com/us/app/makekombuchatea/id527716964?ls=1&mt=8" rel="nofollow">kombucha</a></div>

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