Ayurvedic Dravya · Fermented · — kcal / 100g

Kombucha

Fermented tea — probiotic sour that kindles agni; modern shukta-analog, best as an occasional digestive rather than daily habit.

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Kombucha — Ayurvedic Fermented & USDA Nutrition

Kombucha — Rasa: Sour, Sweet · Virya: Heating · Vipaka: Sour · — kcal per 100g (USDA).

Vāta: Pacifies (-1) Pitta: Mildly Increases (+1) Kapha: Pacifies (-1)
Rasa (Six Tastes)
Sour, Sweet
Vīrya (Potency)
Heating
Vipāka (Post-Digestive)
Sour
Guṇas (Qualities)
Light, Sharp, Liquid
Digestibility & Agni
4/5 · Agni 1
Seasons & Timing
Hemanta, Shishira, Vasanta · Midday

Classical Ayurvedic Profile & Preparation

Fermented tea — probiotic sour that kindles agni; modern shukta-analog, best as an occasional digestive rather than daily habit.

Traditional Preparation (Samskara)

Low-sugar brews; treat as digestive tonic in small glasses, not a soft drink.

Classical Provenance: Modern texts (shukta analogy).

Synergistic Combinations (Samyoga)

  • small glass with or before lunch
  • as soda replacement

Contraindications & Viruddha Āhāra (Food Incompatibilities)

  • Contraindication: high pitta, acidity
  • Contraindication: candida-sensitive individuals (sweetened brews)
  • Contraindication: pregnancy (unpasteurized, trace alcohol)

Verified USDA Nutrition Facts for Kombucha

Complete macronutrient, vitamin, and mineral profile per 100 grams and per 1 cup (240g):

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