Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 2876: Dr. Neal dives into the world of kombucha, exploring its origins, fermentation process, and the science behind its claimed health benefits. While kombucha is often praised for aiding digestion and boosting immunity, research remains inconclusive, and potential risks exist, especially with homemade versions. Learn what to watch out for and how to safely enjoy this trendy fermented drink. Quotes to ponder: "Kombucha is not made from mushrooms or seaweed; it's actually made by combining black tea, sugar, and yeast together and then letting it sit for about a week or so." "Kombucha tea is probably not going to provide many health benefits, if any at all, but if it's not harming you, enjoy it." "You also need to be careful about where you store your kombucha tea, there have been reported cases of lead poisoning because folks stored their tea in a ceramic pot with a lead-based glaze." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices