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by durpleDrank 1209 days ago
I had a HORRIBLE epic that spanned 2-3 years of unknown gastro problems. I blame Kombucha 100% for rotting my insides. A cup every now and then is ok but if you drink it daily (like I did) in large doses (like I did) and make your own (which I tried to save money) you'll soon realize it's essentially VINEGAR. I wont get into the specifics but stay away from this stuff at all cost. Try some cashew yogurt or other pro-biotic foods. Long term Kombucha drinkers tread lightly.
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Carrok 1209 days ago
How much were you drinking? I have never heard anything like this.

If you brewed it at home, then you should know that yes, acetobacter the bacteria part of the SCOBY converts the alcohol that the yeast creates from the sugar into acetic acid. Vinegar is 5-8% acetic acid.

This isn't secret, sacred knowledge. Sounds like you over did it, no need to spread your FUD around.

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