Probiotic And Prebiotic Drinks Delivery or Pickup

Though it may seem counterintuitive to welcome bacteria and other living microorganisms into your body, it's important to understand that your body is always playing host to these types of organisms. Probiotics are beneficial and can help balance out more harmful bacteria or organisms in your body.

Probiotics can help:

Kombucha's origins date back 2,000 years. Made from yeast, sugar, and black tea, kombucha was first brewed in China before spreading to Japan and Russia. By the early 20th century, Europeans were enjoying the fizzy, sweet-and-sour taste of kombucha. Today, sales are rising in the U.S. as more people discover this distinctive beverage. Kombucha must ferment for at least a week, during which time a symbiotic colony of bacteria and yeast (SCOBY) will form. Kombucha contains lactic-acid bacteria and B vitamins.

Kefir is a thick yogurt-like drink that's made from fermented milk. It's typically made with cow's milk, but can also be made from goat's milk, sheep's milk, and even non-dairy milk. It's believed to have originated in the Caucasus Mountains. It's long been popular in Asia and Europe and is now migrating to the states. Kefir has a tart flavor similar to yogurt. Some research has indicated that kefir may help lower cholesterol and control blood sugar levels.

The popularity of these two beverages has led to the more recent development of a third option: drinks fortified with probiotics. Functional water and juices are available with added probiotics that come from particularly stable strains like GanedenBC.