What Are the Health Benefits of Kanji?
Kanji is a fermented drink made using beetroot, carrot, mustard seeds, salt and water. During fermentation, the liquid fills up with good bacteria, gut-friendly fiber and healing postbiotic compounds — all of which work together on your digestive system.
Quick Benefits at a Glance
- Smoother digestion & less bloating
- More regular, comfortable mornings
- Steadier afternoon energy (fewer 3 p.m. crashes)
- Calmer skin and less puffiness over time
- Better resilience during seasonal flu & weather changes
All from a small daily glass of 100–150 ml.
| Days | Inside the Gut | What You May Feel |
|---|---|---|
| Day 1–3 | New bacteria arrive & start competing with old microbes. | Mild extra gas or gurgling – a normal “settling in” phase. |
| Day 4–7 | Good bacteria begin to dominate, more SCFAs are made. | Easier bowel movements, lighter stomach after meals. |
| Day 8–14 | Gut lining support improves, less chaos in the microbiome. | Steadier energy, less random discomfort, skin starts looking calmer. |
What Do Good Bacteria from Kanji Do in Your Colon?
The real magic of Kanji begins after the bacteria survive your stomach and reach the colon. There, they behave like a skilled clean-up crew and construction team for your gut.
1. They occupy space before bad microbes do.
The bacteria from Kanji attach to the mucus layer on your gut wall. This leaves less “parking space” for harmful bacteria. This idea is called competitive exclusion – good microbes get there first, so the bad ones cannot settle.
2. They lower the pH (make it slightly more acidic).
Kanji bacteria produce lactic acid and other organic acids. Many harmful microbes hate acidic environments, but beneficial ones are adapted to it. So the environment quietly shifts in favour of good bacteria.
3. They turn fiber into “healing fuel”.
Beetroot & carrot fibers are not digested by you – they are food for your gut microbes. The bacteria ferment these fibers into Short-Chain Fatty Acids (SCFAs) that directly support your gut lining and metabolism.
| SCFA | Where It Works | Health Effect You Care About |
|---|---|---|
| Butyrate | Cells lining your colon | Acts like fuel for the gut wall. Helps repair “leaks” in the intestinal lining, supports smooth bowel movements and calms gut inflammation. |
| Propionate | Liver | Travels to the liver and can help regulate cholesterol production and blood sugar handling. Over time, this supports metabolic health. |
| Acetate | Whole body & brain | Circulates in the blood, can be used as energy and also sends signals to the brain related to appetite and satiety – part of the gut–brain conversation. |
When you drink Kanji regularly, you are not just “adding bacteria”. You are feeding a system that: repairs the gut wall, assists cholesterol & sugar balance, and talks to your brain through the gut–brain axis.
Prebiotics, Probiotics & Postbiotics – Simple Explanation
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Prebiotics = the fertiliser
In Kanji, this is the fiber from beetroot & carrot. You cannot digest it, but your good bacteria can. -
Probiotics = the new seeds and gardeners
These are the live bacteria grown during fermentation – such as Lactobacillus plantarum – that move in and help maintain order in your gut. -
Postbiotics = the harvest
These are the beneficial compounds the bacteria make – like SCFAs, vitamins and organic acids – that your body actually uses for healing and signalling.
Kanji is powerful because it acts as a synbiotic – it brings pre + pro + post together in one simple drink.
Inside the Kanji Jar – Video Series
If you like seeing the science visually, our Inside the Kanji Jar series shows what happens inside the jar and what happens inside your gut when you drink it.
🎥 Watch the Full Kanji Science Playlist
Short episodes, clear visuals, Indian context – perfect to share with family.
How to Make Kanji (Step-by-Step Video)
Want to start your own 14-day Kanji habit? Learn the exact process, salt levels and fermentation timing in this easy video:
Make It Fool-Proof with a Kanji Making Kit
If you're new to fermentation or want consistent results, the Kanji Making Kit gives you everything — an airlock jar, spice-mustard blend, recipe card & QR video guide — so your Kanji ferments safely & successfully every time.
