36: Getting Started With Homemade Kombucha

I really enjoyed this podcast episode because I got to chat with one of my dear friends, Hannah Crum. Even though I’ve been making Kombucha and Kefir for years, I learned some new tips and tricks for better brewing (and some really cool ideas of ways to use Kombucha!)Why Homemade Kombucha?Hannah runs Kombucha Kamp, where she provides information, tutorials and kombucha-brewing equipment. Known as the “Kombucha Mama,” Hannah is largely considered one of the country’s foremost experts in kombucha brewing and fermentation.If you are already a ‘bucha fan like I am, check out this episode for some new ideas. If you are just starting out with Kombucha, this interview will be a great starting point.In this Episode, we Talk AboutWhy Kombucha is so beneficialThe difference between it and Kefir or KvassHow to brew itThe difference between batch brewing and continous brewingThe benefits of homemade kombucha vs. purchasing store boughIf you really have to use black tea and white sugarIf Kombucha is safe during pregnancy or not (the answer may surprise you)If there is a concern about the fluoride content in KombuchaIs it safe to drink or does it harm your enamelUnusual uses for KombuchaHannah’s best tips for getting started brewingResources We MentionKombucha Kamp (great place to buy SCOBYs and brewing supplies and a great blog)Tutorial: How to Brew Homemade KombuchaTutorial: Continous Brew Homemade KombuchaTutorial: How to Brew Water KefirTutorial: Homemade Kombucha Chia Energy DrinkHannah’s Guest Posts: Coconut Milk Kefir and Coconut Water KefirKombuchaKamp.com Educational Series on KombuchaKombuchaKamp Hair Tonic recipeAre you a ‘bucha drinker? What is your favorite flavor?Thanks for Listening!Thank you so much for joining me this week. Please leave any comments or feedback in the comments section below.Read TranscriptKatie: Hi, and welcome to the Wellness Mama Podcast. I’m Katie from wellnessmama.com. Today, I actually have several interesting facts of the day for you because I couldn’t choose just one. They’re all about bacteria and its unusual role in our lives. Human breast milk contains sugars that are actually