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Are probiotics better than fermented food?
While the benefits of fermented foods are generally accepted, there are probiotic manufacturers who suggest the probiotic benefit of these foods is over exaggerated. The common argument is that the bacteria contained in fermented foods are not able to survive the harsh environment of the digestive system and therefore aren’t beneficial to you. This is simply not true. The research supporting the widespread benefits of fermented foods for the body are widely accepted by scientists, doctors, and practitioners. Fermented foods improve your health in many categories, including: Composition of the gut microbiome Mental health1 Hashimoto Thyroiditis Insulin sensitivity Organ transplant...
How to Use Wine Making Ingredients
At Gutbasket, we supply all kinds of wine and beer making equipments and ingredients to make home brewing easy for you. Below are the different types of wine making ingredients and their usage. Feel free to comment or write to us for any questions. NO RINSE SANITISER INTRO- The sanitiser sanitises the jar and makes it germ free before you can start fermentation. It is no-rinse, which means you don't have to rinse the jar after throwing away the sanitiser water. Washing it with tap water will infact introduce impurities present in tap water. USAGE- Fill the jar till the...
Kombucha FAQ's - For beginners
We have collated a series of frequently asked questions by beginners. This guide should act as a good starting point if you have no idea about Kombucha brewing or feel lost at any point. If you still have questions about Kombucha brewing, our team of experts will be very happy to help you out!
How to consume Kombucha
Kombucha can be consumed anytime of the day. You can drink it as a detox drink empty stomach in the morning, you can drink it alongside your meals which will help digest the food better or you can drink it as a stress buster or energy booster during the day! To ensure a constant balance of good bacteria in the gut, it is recommended that Kombucha is adopted as part of the daily diet. You can start with 100 ml a day for a couple of days and then can take it upto 400 ml per day. Drinking too much...