Kombucha has already enjoyed popular lovemany, many years. Which is not surprising, however - it is very easy to care for, and the drink is not only tasty, but also healthy. But if you are faced with Kombucha for the first time, caring for it may raise a lot of questions. And this is completely normal - one person simply cannot know everything. Fortunately, these gaps in knowledge are easily eliminated. As already mentioned, Kombucha does not require special care, since it is not whimsical: it can easily withstand various temperature fluctuations, feeds on any sugars, and quickly adapts to changes in conditions. Kombucha has huge internal resources, it reproduces perfectly. However, it is still necessary to follow certain rules. And we will not talk about them now.
Care instructions
So, what do you need to do to ensure that your kombucha feels comfortable and develops successfully?
- Oxygen
Normal life of Kombuchais possible only if there is free access of oxygen. That is why it is absolutely unacceptable to cover the container in which your kombucha lives with a lid.
- Mushroom container
But cover it so that no debris or dust gets in,necessary - for this you can use gauze folded in several layers. And the dishes themselves should be transparent, well transmitting sunlight - it is very convenient to use a regular three-liter jar. But pay attention - despite the fact that Kombucha needs light as well as air, avoiding direct sunlight should be avoided. You can, of course, get by with one three-liter jar, but ideally there should be two of them - one will become a home for Kombucha, and the second will be useful for storing the drink itself. The infusion should be drained regularly - in the summer once every three days, and in the winter - once every five days. The infusion can be stored for a very, very long time - about two to three months. The main thing is to store it in a tightly closed container and exclusively in the refrigerator.
- Hygienic procedures
Kombucha is a completely living organism.This means that hygienic procedures are necessary for him too - the truth that cleanliness is the key to health is more relevant in this case than ever. Be sure to rinse the kombucha in clean water at room temperature about once a week in winter and twice in summer.
- Water temperature
A very important factor is the water temperature.- The health of the kombucha depends on it. Ideally, the water temperature for kombucha should be 25 degrees, so try to keep the jar in a warm place. And if the temperature drops below 16 degrees, the mushroom will most likely die very soon. First, insanely beautiful blue-green algae will appear, which will ultimately destroy the kombucha.
- Preparation of the solution
In order for the mushroom to develop properly, itmust be kept not in ordinary water, but in a special solution of black tea and sugar. The decoction is very simple to prepare - pour boiling water over the already used tea leaves again (one liter per three tablespoons), cool to room temperature and strain thoroughly using a tea strainer. Dissolve sugar in water - two teaspoons per liter of water. Please note - the sugar must dissolve completely, otherwise the kombucha will not be very comfortable. But this, unfortunately, is a very common problem - many people pour sugar directly into the jar. As a result, sugar grains burn the mushroom and it gradually dies. And all the care for the kombucha will go down the drain.
Reproduction of a tea mushroom
If you decide to start breeding yourKombucha, you need to read the following information. You may hear the advice to simply pinch off a piece of the mushroom, but you should never do this. A new mushroom is unlikely to grow on you, but the old one will be seriously damaged and may die. Kombucha reproduces with a layered daughter film, which is located on top - in other words, the top layer of the mushroom. It separates quite easily - but you still need to be careful not to damage the Kombucha. Separate the film and place it in ordinary warm boiled water - the young mushroom should remain there for some time. During this adaptation period, it is necessary to care for the Kombucha with an adjustment for its youth. Neither tea solution nor sugar are needed during this period and are even harmful. It is enough to simply add a little boiled water and store the jar in a warm place. And one more thing - it is difficult to say why, but the fact remains - young kombucha is simply adored by flies, which lay their larvae in it. Therefore, always cover the jar with gauze, otherwise the kombucha will simply die. And all because of a simple oversight. The period required for the daughter film to turn into a full-fledged kombucha is about one month. So you can safely give kombucha to everyone who wants it - you can easily grow a new one for yourself.
Benefits of a tea mushroom
So, the preparation of kombucha is clear asand how to care for it. Finally, I would like to briefly remind you why Kombucha is so useful. After all, its advantages are not only in its pleasant taste. So, let's figure out how Kombucha can be used with maximum benefit for your body:
- Headache
Headache is a real scourge of modern times.person. And few people know that just half a cup of kombucha infusion replaces a painkiller pill. And if you drink a cup every morning, headaches will most likely stop bothering you. Moreover, it has been noted that kombucha even copes with such a misfortune as migraine, which can poison anyone's life.
- Colds
High temperature, stuffy nose, sore throatthroat - Kombucha is here to help. If you have a sore throat - gargle it with slightly warmed Kombucha infusion, if your nose is stuffy - put a drop of the infusion in every two hours. You can also cope with the temperature by drinking a glass of hot infusion. To enhance the effect, you can add natural honey to the infusion - of course, only if you have not previously had an allergic reaction to bee products.
- High blood pressure
For hypertensive patients, kombucha is practicallypanacea. Numerous observations indicate that regular daily consumption of kombucha stabilizes blood pressure in just one month. Moreover, the infusion can even relieve an attack of hypertension - as soon as the pressure rises, drink one glass of kombucha infusion in small sips and rest for at least 15 minutes.
- Increased immunity
The beneficial properties of kombucha are veryhave a beneficial effect on the human immune system. And in the off-season, Kombucha will come in handy - most likely, flu and colds will pass you by. By the way, during mass epidemics of ARVI and flu, Kombucha will be an excellent preventive measure - twice a day (morning and evening) rinse your nose and gargle with Kombucha infusion. It has a powerful antibacterial property and will not allow viruses to penetrate the body. In a word, if Kombucha does not yet live in your kitchen, it's high time to settle it there. The time you spend caring for the mushroom will pay off handsomely. We recommend reading:
