Appendix 2 The history of the appearance of Kombucha The origin of this amazing creature remains a mystery to this day - so far none of the researchers has been able to discover the natural habitat of this zooglea. However, many scientists suggest that

Description of kombucha The scientific name of kombucha is medusomycete (Medusomyces Gisevi). It was given to him by the German mycologist Lindau, who in 1913 compiled the first complete scientific description of the fungus. Despite the fact that Kombucha has nothing to do with jellyfish, for its external

Kombucha drink A drink prepared on the basis of Kombucha is quite tasty and vaguely resembles fruit wine or strong, highly carbonated kvass. It has long been believed that it has amazing healing properties, and therefore rarely without it.

Chapter 4 Kombucha Phenomenon A bit of historyWhere was Kombucha born? The Indians claim that in India, the Chinese - in China, the Japanese - in Japan. Scientists have discovered "traces" of kombucha in Manchuria, which can be dated back to 200 BC. e. And one ancient Japanese medical

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299. The power of kombucha useful substances: enzymes, organic acids and vitamins. Regular treatment with kombucha activates the metabolism, has a beneficial effect on the gastrointestinal tract and helps in the fight against

Propagation of kombucha To propagate kombucha, transfer the two layers formed into a 3-liter jar filled with strained tea solution. After that, cover the jar with gauze and leave in a warm (18–30 ° C) place for 2–5

Application of kombucha Infusion of kombucha is recommended to be drained through gauze every 2-4 days in summer and 5-6 days in winter. The solution can be poured into containers and stored in the refrigerator. It is believed that the infusion, which was stored in the refrigerator for 2-4 days, has healing properties.

About it healthy drink many have heard, but there are still disputes - is it a mushroom or this kind of tea. Strange creature corrupting appearance even the richest studio kitchens, floats in a transparent three-liter jar. And everyone in the house is convinced that this is a healing liquid that gives excellent health and strong immunity. Let's study - what is kombucha, or scientifically speaking - tea jellyfish - medusomycete. What is the benefit of a product consisting of bacteria of the acetic acid type and yeast, can pregnant women drink kombucha, at what age can it be given to children. What is useful tea jellyfish for men - we will study together and in detail.

What is kombucha

When did the medusa mycete first appear? This question worries not only the inhabitants, but also researchers. It is known that in the human diet as healing drink the fungus was introduced several centuries ago. It was called either Manchu, Japanese, or Volga jellyfish for its resemblance to a famous creature. There is a version that the mushroom was grown for the first time in Ceylon, was widely used in Japan and ancient China, then spread to Asian countries. According to legend, during the reign of the Qin Dynasty, around 200 BC, it was prepared only for dignitaries and representatives of the court. Even then, it was proved that kombucha has magical properties - it strengthens the immune system, treats the most severe ailments, including cancer.

According to archaeologists and historians, it is indicated that the Japanese uterus (kombucha) appeared in Russia only at the beginning of the 20th century. The product was brought in by warriors who participated in the Russian-Japanese campaign. So the mushroom began its journey with Far East, then across Siberia, Ukraine, Belarus, Transcaucasia, etc. Soon the drink was in the diet of the Europeans.

There is another version according to which Kombucha was used as a medicine by the inhabitants of Transbaikalia. And there are sources in which the drink was first mentioned in Russia back in the 19th century. In France and England, the jellyfish was used to obtain ordinary vinegar, cider, wine, fruit tinctures. The tea jellyfish gained particular popularity before the Great Patriotic War.

Since 1940, the trendy drink has been consumed in almost every family. But during the war years, due to the lack of sugar and tea healing infusion was sorely lacking.

Tea fungus, scientifically also called zooglea, is a film that forms layers on the surface of the drink. It consists of a mixture of yeast, carbonic acid and alcohol. Once in a sweet environment, the yeast begins to ferment, producing alcohol and carbon dioxide. Due to this, the liquid acquires a light carbonation. But the fungus continues to grow, and if the capacity allows, it can grow to a volume of 100 kilograms.

The outer contours of the fungus are disc-shaped. In the lower part, you can visually examine the sprouts, threads formed by bacteria. In the middle - concentration, that is, a symbiosis of bacterial colonies, fungi that process sugar and the top - smooth, dense and shiny.

What is included in the beneficial composition of kombucha

Initially, when there were no laboratories and the opportunity to explore chemical composition, it was already clear - the drink is very healing and unique. Residents of the eastern and southern regions used it for only one purpose - to recover from complex diseases.

The solution is a rather complex composition. From chemistry lessons, we know that during fermentation, not only alcohol and carbon dioxide occur. The composition is also replenished with fermentation products, microorganisms, intermediate substances and phosphoric acid. It is she who is involved in the creation of acetic acid, which in the same process turns into pyruvic acid, then vinegar aldehyde appears.

Experts point out that acetic acid bacteria are participants in the synthesis of unique substances - vitamins and trace elements.

Thanks to the above processes in kombucha, there are:

• acids - glucuronic, gluconic, lactic, kojic, acetic, citric and oxalic acids;
• caffeine;
• alcohol;
• vitamin D, C;
• saccharides (mono and poly);
• aldehydes;
• enzymes - zymase, protease, levansaccharase;
• resinous and fatty particles;
• tannin components.

On the tenth day of the infusion of the fungus, B vitamins appear in the composition, proteolites are enzymes that can strengthen and build muscle fibers.

On the 15th day the volume ascorbic acid rises to 0.64 thousandths per milligram.

Let's summarize - according to scientific research, managed to classify the beneficial substances of kombucha, which we indicated above. Enzymes also joined them:

• linase, amylase, catalase, tryptase and carbohydrase;
• phosphatides and sterols;
• chlorophyll and xanthophyll are pigments;
• purines.

Useful features of kombucha

Not only representatives of folk, but also traditional medicine recommend paying attention to unique properties tea jellyfish. To verify the usefulness of the drink, studies were conducted on mice. As it turned out, the remedy helps with stress, to regulate the functioning of the liver, kidneys, strengthen vitality and defense mechanism.

1. Symbiosis of bacteria is also used as an anti-inflammatory, antispasmodic and antimicrobial agent. Drink improves performance gastrointestinal tract, relieves headaches, dizziness, reduces the level of bad cholesterol in the blood. Also, tea jellyfish is recommended to be consumed for arthritis, arthrosis, rheumatic diseases, for the prevention of polyarthrosis, atherosclerosis, rheumatic heart disease.
2. Regular consumption of the drink calms the nervous system, relieves insomnia, regulates stool, eliminates bloating, constipation and chronic diarrhea.
   

   Kombucha, as the drink is also called, perfectly quenches thirst, quickly eliminates the feeling of hunger.

3. With dysentery, as well as sore throat, laryngitis, runny nose and tonsillitis, tea helps more than chemicals.
4. A solution of the fungus allows you to get rid of pain in the chest, heart.

The role of kombucha acids for the body

Given the fact that the solution contains a lot of acids, consider the properties of each of them.

1. Glucuronic is a unique detoxifier of our body.
2. Any toxins, poisons and decay products of cells and pathogenic microbes harm the liver and are excreted through the kidneys, genitourinary system. But there remains a large proportion of poisons inside the body. Thanks to glucuronic acid, which can bind them to itself, toxins are completely eliminated. For this reason, this drink should be consumed by people working in hazardous industries - at oil, chemical and radiation enterprises.
3. The substance is a unique helper for people suffering from allergic reactions.
4. Kombucha is an indispensable drink for those who suffer from joint diseases. Glucosamine, a by-product of glucuronic acid, is a natural lubricant for cartilage, a natural collagen involved in the formation of joints.
5. Lactic acid. Best Component for the regulation of digestive processes. The substance regulates the pH balance, prevents the accumulation of putrefactive bacteria, cleanses the intestines, which prevents the development of oncological neoplasms and inflammatory processes.
6. Usnic acid. The rarest element, also called lichen. Destroys bacterial colonies, is a natural, natural antibiotic. Therefore, it inhibits inflammatory and infectious processes, has a powerful antimicrobial property. It is used for trophic ulcers, boils, streptococcus.
7. The substance effectively eliminates a severe, advanced cough, treats tuberculosis, and relieves purulent wounds when applied externally. Also, the component has the ability to increase the immune abilities of our body. Usnic acid has a mild choleretic and laxative effect.
8. Acetic acid. The strongest preservative, destroys bacteria and stimulates peristalsis.
9. Oxalic acid. It also has conservative properties and is involved in the production of energy by the body. Insomnia is eliminated, activity increases, depression and stress go away.
10. Apple acid. Stimulates metabolism, regulates cellular metabolism, enhances blood flow. The substance increases appetite, normalizes the digestive process, strengthens the immune system. It has anti-edematous, anti-inflammatory effect.
11. Strengthens the walls of blood vessels, makes them elastic, improves the condition of hypertensive patients. It has a mild laxative property, eliminates bloating and heaviness in the abdomen.
12. Gluconic acid. The substance is perfectly absorbed by the body in two days. Enhances the effect of antioxidants on the body, regulates metabolism, strengthens the immune system. It has a mild laxative effect.
13. Butyric acid. Supports bowel function, is an anti-inflammatory agent. It alleviates the severity of the condition in Crohn's disease, ulcerative colitis. Butyrate prevents the development of cancerous diseases and diabetes, cardiovascular diseases. Reduces bad cholesterol and increases good cholesterol.
14. Kojic acid. Has powerful anti-aging properties. Improves skin tone, reduces harmful effect sun rays. It treats melanoma, which is very useful for pregnant women with signs of pigmentation.
15. The substance is able to discolor scars, has an antifungal effect, protects the skin from bacterial inflammation.

How and where is kombucha used

Before starting treatment for any disease, you should consult your doctor. It is also important to know that healing properties drink proven folk medicine. Tea jellyfish helps with diseases such as:

• premenstrual syndrome (PMS);
• dementia - senile and congenital;
• appetite problems;
• aging of the body and skin;
• rheumatic pains;
• oncology;
• hypertension disease;
• hair loss - ;
• arthritis;
• constipation;
• low immunity;
• asthma and cough;
• tuberculosis;
• autoimmune diseases - psoriasis;
• thrush;
• Chronical bronchitis;
• high level of leukocytes, etc.

1. For diseases of the upper respiratory tract and oral cavity, you need to rinse your throat and mouth with a solution. Also, the drink freshens breath, relieves bad smell from mouth.
2. With hemorrhoids, you need to put a napkin (bandage, gauze) soaked in a solution on the bumps.
3. In non-acute phases of pancreatitis, the solution improves peristalsis and promotes food fermentation.
4. In the early stages of oncology, you need 20 birch leaves (dried), dilute one bag of black tea to 2.5 liters of boiling water, add 4 tablespoons granulated sugar. Insist all this at night, strain, pour into a three-liter jar and a layer of mushroom. A week later, you can take a healthy drink.
5. Purulent inflammation of the conjunctiva, dilute half a glass of kombucha in a glass of water and drip as eye drops.

Is it possible to take kombucha during pregnancy

As we already know, the composition of the Japanese jellyfish contains a lot of useful substances, vitamins and acids. Doctors have nothing against the consumption of the drink by the expectant mother. The main thing is that there are no contraindications. Here it is important to contact your gynecologist and consult. Also among the contraindications are:

• increased acidity;
• gastritis;
• peptic ulcers of certain types;
• diabetes of a certain (1) type.

Important: despite the above, it still makes sense to refuse a drink for the period of bearing a child and breastfeeding. After all, its medicinal properties to the end official medicine have not been explored, only partially.

Is it possible to give kombucha to children

This drink is great replacement soda. True, getting a baby to drink an infusion with a specific taste is not so simple. If he doesn't want to, don't insist. Also, some doctors consider it wrong to include kombucha in the diet due to the content of a small dose of alcohol and caffeine in it. It is better to start with an older age - 11-12 years. And before that, you need to include clean water, compotes, kissels, juices, fruit drinks in the diet.

Benefits of kombucha for men

This drink, if there are no contraindications and an allergic reaction, must be included in the diet of every man. The list of vitamins has a beneficial effect on the entire body as a whole, and antioxidants, acids remove toxins from the body. In 100 grams of the drink, there are only 20 kilocalories, which already makes it dietary.

1. Components Japanese infusion excellent effect on the condition of the prostate gland. Substances prevent the development of cancer and prevent the development of prostate cancer, inflammatory processes.
2. The drink cleanses genitourinary system, bacteria are destroyed, which allows you to cleanse the channels and get rid of stagnation processes.
3. Japanese jellyfish has a beneficial effect on male reproductive performance. A drink with regular consumption improves the quality and increases the activity of spermatozoa, the ability to conceive.

The drink must be drunk after a long physical activity at the gym or at work. Also, the solution helps build muscle, and carbohydrates provide energy and vigor for the whole day.

Cosmetic properties of kombucha

1. Nails. Often there is a condition such as ochinocryptosis - the nail grows into soft tissues. Most often, this situation is observed on the toes. As a result of pressure and infection, purulent inflammation develops, and acute pain occurs. A compress of kombucha will help. small piece put the exfoliated mushroom on your finger, cover with a film on top and rewind with a bandage. Change every few hours and when completely softened, you can remove the ingrown nail.
2. Fungal disease of the nail plate. Apply compresses from a piece of kombucha, cover with a film, apply a bandage and put on a few socks. In the morning, remove, rinse, treat with potassium permanganate or brilliant green. Repeat again in the evening.
3. Hair. Thanks to the drink we are studying, you can improve the condition and accelerate hair growth. The roots are strengthened, new bulbs are born, the hair becomes thick and shiny. The infusion is used both externally and internally.

• internal use - every day to drink a glass of drink before consuming food;
• externally - rub into the hair roots 2-3 times a week with massage movements. Also can be used as a conditioner. The tool will help get rid of dandruff, seborrhea, fungal infections;
• to strengthen the hair follicles, apply a mixture of drink and honey to the roots (heat the solution to a hot state and add a spoonful of honey). Rinse with chamomile decoction.

Kombucha contraindications

Like any other product, the substance we describe has a number of side effects. There are a number of ailments in which you should refuse or limit the consumption of the drink:

• acute phases of diseases in the gastrointestinal tract;
• individual intolerance;
• icteric skin color;
• vomiting and nausea.

Doctors recommend including a drink prepared under industrial conditions in the diet. home cooking can cause serious damage due to the contamination of the drink with putrefactive bacteria and dangerous mold such as Aspergillus. It is also strictly forbidden to drink kombucha to persons with very low immune system, suffering from AIDS, after severe illnesses and operations. Also, the drink should not be consumed when:

• alcoholism;
• chronic diarrhea;
• irritable bowel syndrome, etc.

Important: you can not combine the consumption of kombucha with taking the drug Disulfiram, otherwise vomiting may occur, headache, nausea and other reactions.

Slimming with kombucha

For those who are dissatisfied with their forms, that is, they suffer from excesses in weight, you should include the Japanese jellyfish in your diet without fail. Thanks to the useful composition, metabolism, metabolic processes are improved, the intestines are cleansed and the fat layer is burned. Drink infusion according to the following scheme:

Drink a glass of solution 1 hour before a meal or 2 hours after a meal.

Maximum you can drink up to 6 glasses of tea per day. The course for weight loss should last 1 month, then a break for a week, repeat the course again. For a mushroom diet, insist on green tea.

For the duration of the diet, exclude flour, fatty, smoked, sweet foods from the diet. At the same time, you need to do sports, gymnastics.

How to prepare the right tea kvass

If you still decide to make kombucha at home, take the process seriously. Prepare clean dishes, water, tea, sugar.

Cooking instructions Japanese tea(kombuchi)

1. We prepare tea - per liter of water 2 teaspoons of tea leaves, 5 tablespoons of granulated sugar and leave for 15 minutes.
2. Strain the infusion and cool.
3. Put a piece of mushroom into the solution and hide in a warm place. If the mushroom is young, add the solution from the jar where it was before.
4. Infuse for 5 days and the drink is ready. Get the jellyfish and lower it into a new solution, insist the same amount, and before that, drink it already ready.

1. It is impossible to prepare a solution in a metal container.
2. You can not completely cover with a lid, let the mushroom "breathe", it is better to use gauze.
3. The fungus is “afraid” of burns, so the tea must first be cooled.
4. Insist at a temperature of 25 degrees.
5. You can not make a solution on the basis strong tea leaves, better than medium strength.
6. Keep out of direct sunlight.
7. The sugar should completely dissolve in the tea.
8. The mushroom can be washed several times a year.
9. If brown spots appear on the formation, they should be completely removed and only a clean product should be used.

Proper storage

The main rule is not to mix mushroom consumption with meals. Otherwise, there may be problems with digestion. Also, the drink increases appetite and through a short time want to eat again. Those who wish to postpone taking kombucha for a while need to store it properly. To do this, it is recommended to dry the layer, put it on a plate and turn it over daily so that there are no midges and mold. When the layer becomes thin, hide in a closet. We decided to make kombucha again - put the mushroom in tea for 7 days, where it will grow and come to life with a new life.

All for now.
Sincerely, Vyacheslav.

It is known that this mushroom has been known for many centuries in China and Japan, and the island of Sri Lanka (Ceylon) is considered its homeland. So, around 400 BC. e. The Korean physician Kombu cured his emperor, who suffered from a severe stomach ailment, with the help of an infusion of Kombucha. The first written mention of the mushroom and its beneficial properties belong to the Chinese and date back to the reign of the Jin Dynasty (221 BC), according to other sources, to the Han Dynasty (250 BC).

The ancient Chinese called kombucha "the elixir of health and immortality", believing that its beneficial properties balance the qi energy, thereby aiding digestion. The first scientific description of kombucha was made in 1913 by the German mycologist Lindau. Kombucha became known in Europe as kombucha. This is due to the fact that at the beginning of the XX century. the name of the mushroom drink was confused with the name of the drink "kombutya", obtained from kombu seaweed. In Japan, the mushroom is called kotya-kinoko, which means “kombucha” in translation. According to researchers, in Russia, kombucha became known only at the beginning of the 20th century, although there is a version that it came to us from China through Transbaikalia in the 19th century. The beneficial properties of kombucha have been widely used since the Russo-Japanese War. Since the middle of the 20th century, "tea kvass" has become the most common drink.

In 1964, the German researcher R. Sklener studied the healing properties of kombucha and introduced it into medical circulation. Thanks to this discovery, the mushroom gained wide popularity. Today, kombucha can be found in almost all countries of the world, and in Europe it is even sold in pharmacies.

Useful properties of kombucha

The first serious experiment with kombucha was carried out by S. Germani. Knowing that the main active substance the fungus is gluconic acid, the scientist poisoned several experimental animals - a dog, a cat, a rabbit and a rat - with vitantol. In animals, this drug caused a sharp increase in cholesterol levels, from which death could occur, but Germani introduced them to an infusion of kombucha. As a result, the cholesterol level was close to normal. In 1947, Professor G. A. Shakaryan and Associate Professor L. T. Danielyan from the Yerevan Veterinary Institute from the Department of Microbiology took up the study of kombucha. Scientists have done a lot of work, as a result of which, after 3 years, it was possible to start developing methods that made it possible to identify active substances from tea fungus. For this, the method of adsorption on ion-exchange resins was used.

Carrying out numerous experiments made it possible to isolate substances that are completely devoid of toxic properties - crystalline bactericidin KA, KB, KM. Two years earlier on therapeutic properties fungus, including its concentrate, drew the attention of E. Naumova. The drug was tested by her on white mice, guinea pigs and rabbits. Rabbits, mice and gilts were infected with experimental pneumococcal infection, diphtheria bacteria and salmonella infection. After that, Naumova injected them with Kombucha preparation for several days. As a result, positive results were obtained. In 1949, in the clinic of experimental studies, Kh. G. Iskanderov treated patients with neglected forms of purulent keratitis, pneumococcal conjunctivitis and chronic blepharo-conjunctivitis with an infusion of Kombucha. The treatment gave positive results.

Three years later, the beneficial properties of kombucha continued to be studied at the Kazakh Institute of Epidemiology and Microbiology. The effect of infusion on the course and development of chronic diseases was studied by K. M. Dubrovsky. The scientist managed to obtain an extract from the film of the fungus, which had therapeutic and antimicrobial properties. It was named "MM" - medusominetin. This medicinal product is the sum of extracts obtained from kombucha infusion and adsorbents. The isolated substances were very active against dysentery, pneumococcus, typhoid fever, Staphylococcus aureus, paratyphoid A and B, diphtheria bacillus. Kombucha preparation had a bactericidal effect on these pathogenic microorganisms. The renewal of interest in kombucha falls on 1956, when scientists N. M. Ovchinnikov proved that if an infusion of kombucha is injected into an experimental animal infected with a tuberculosis culture, then it will get sick, but the disease will develop slowly, and organ damage will be much lower. The experiments were carried out on guinea pigs.

In 1957 useful infusion kombucha dared to use as additional funds for the treatment of 52 patients suffering from acute tonsillitis, high blood pressure, atherosclerosis and some other diseases. In all cases, positive and fast action infusion. The benefits of tea fungus infusion is that patients have lowered cholesterol levels, arterial pressure and temperature. Thanks to the results obtained, scientists were able to identify the biological characteristics of Kombucha, its chemical composition, physicochemical characteristics, as well as to establish the mechanism of action on microorganisms. It turned out that tea fungus infusion is able to influence the antigenic properties of pathogenic microbes, their biological factors. In addition, it has pharmacological and toxic properties, antibacterial activity. Almost immediately after receiving information about kombucha, preparations based on it were approved for use.