My gut and I have a love-hate relationship. I love to feed it, and it loves to hate me. I was so used to feeling bloated after eating that I assumed it was normal. In fact, I’d even plan outfits around where I’d be eating (hello, stretchy waistbands).
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As it turns out, our GI tract can affects a lot more than you might realize. The health of our digestive system directly influences our energy levels, our skin clarity, and our mental health. Oh, and all that post-meal bloating and those irregular BMs? Not normal, apparently.
So, being chronically bloated and too impatient to make the switch to an elimination diet or a keto or gluten-free lifestyle, I began searching for quick and easy ways to boost my gut health.
Luckily, I found an entirely different solution—one that’s easy, tasty, and effective.
The Magic Of Health-Ade Kombucha
Poor gut health can signify a bacterial imbalance in your GI tract, but consuming items rich in probiotics are a great way to promote healthy digestion and overall gut wellness. Some foods high in probiotics include yogurt, sauerkraut, and pickles—but another great option is kombucha.
Kombucha is a fermented tea beverage made by adding natural bacteria to black or green tea. As the bacteria eat the sugar in the tea, that process produces the alcohol and carbonation that give kombucha its distinct flavor.
Regularly drinking kombucha replenishes the gut’s probiotic supply, diminishing or eliminating symptoms altogether. I’ve tried many kombucha brands over the years, and only one has produced consistently delicious and effective drinks in a wide variety of flavors: Health-Ade.
I can sense your apprehension now. Isn’t kombucha the hippy-dippy drink that tastes like vinegar? Well, yes and no. Kombucha might be popular in holistic wellness communities, but that’s only because of its effectiveness.
As for the vinegar flavor? Because of the fermentation process, a slight vinegar flavor is fairly unavoidable. However, Health-Ade makes a great starter pack for kombucha beginners: Its fan-favorite medley includes deliciously sweet flavors like Pink Lady Apple, Bubbly Rosé, and Pomegranate.
These flavors are fruity, floral, and slightly herbal. Their sweetness overpowers the spicy vinegar flavor to create a smooth, sippable beverage. Unlike other sugary sodas or juices, these flavors leave no sticky mouthfeel or sour aftertaste.
Alternatively, if you’re like me, that tart, spicy vinegar flavor is exactly why you love kombucha. In that case, the Ginger Lovers’ Pack is right for you. This pack includes Health-Ade’s boldest flavors: Cayenne Cleanse, Ginger-Lemon, and Blood Orange-Carrot-Ginger.
None of these flavors are so spicy that you need a glass of water to get through them. However, the copious amounts of ginger, lemon, and cayenne definitely give them a bite. The carbonation cuts through the zingiest of flavors, creating a surprisingly refreshing and addictive beverage.
In addition to all the regular probiotic goodness, this ginger- and lemon-filled variety pack offers an immunity boost. The “cleanse” in Cayenne Cleanse refers to free radical-neutralizing antioxidants, not stool softeners. These teas aim to get you out of the bathroom, not stuck inside it.
Whether you’re looking for something between sweet and spicy or are just interested in experimenting, the Paradise Variety Pack is a tasty option. This pack includes Tropical Punch, Watermelon, and Passionfruit-Tangerine.
The combination of kombucha’s natural flavors with the juiciness of tropical fruits creates a unique, irresistible flavor profile. It’s somewhere between sweet and tart, sugary and sour. These are true middle-of-the-road kombuchas—not cloying, but not too tangy either.
Why Health-Ade?
I’m not exaggerating when I say I’ve tried nearly every Health-Ade flavor more than once. (Just ask my husband, who’s politely declined to comment when I stuff our small fridge with my bulk kombucha orders.)
But really, I can’t help myself. Health-Ade ships its kombucha straight from the factory to your door. The glass bottles are safely insulated with foam and reusable ice packs, so even if shipping is delayed and the ice packs thaw, your kombucha will remain fresh for up to 48 hours in over 100 degree temps.
I’ve noticed a massive change in my overall health since regularly drinking Health-Ade kombucha. My gut problems have all but disappeared, my skin is clearer than ever, and I feel less sluggish and moody. I even notice these symptoms coming back when I forget to replenish my kombucha supply, so I know it isn’t just a coincidence.
I suffered through the same lousy health symptoms for years before realizing my gut might be to blame. Turning my attention to my GI tract caused an almost immediate improvement, something other vitamins, supplements, diet changes, and lifestyle changes never did.
Health-Ade kombucha is the tastiest and easiest way to improve your overall health. It changed my life for the better, and I sincerely hope it does the same for you. Start sipping your way to the best you’ve ever felt today.