Water Kefir
The balance of gut microbiota is directly related to gastric and intestinal diseases, such as irritable bowel syndrome (IBS); systemic metabolic diseases, such as type 2 diabetes; and lung immunity to fight respiratory infections. [1][2][3]
Recent studies have found that eczema is also related to a microbial imbalance in the intestinal and skin flora. When there are more bad bacteria than good bacteria in the microbiome, it triggers the body's immune system and causes circulating
inflammation. The more the bad bacteria, the worse the eczema condition becomes.
A lack of diversity in gut bacteria can also contribute to the development of eczema. [4][5][6][7]
In addition to adjusting your diet by supplementing essential nutrients, regulating intestinal microbiota are effective strategies for treating and controlling eczema, and are also vital for your holistic health. [6]
In view of this, we carefully crafted probiotic water kefir to help you restore your intestinal health.
Water Kefir
Water kefir, also known as ‘aquakefir’ or ‘sugary kefir’ or ‘tibicos’, is an ancient drink which has been passed down
from generation to generation. Water kefir is a fruity, sour, and slightly carbonated traditional fermented drink containing living microorganisms.
No one knows the exact origin of water kefir. Most believe these tibico were plucked from the leaves of a Mexican
cactus (Optunia). In different geographic location, water kefir has other names like Piltz in Germany, Kefir di Fruttai in Italy and Graines Vivantes in France, as well as “eternity grains”.
Living Probiotics!
Water kefir is loaded with living probiotic microorganisms and metabolites, such as Lactobacillus and Bifidobacterium! The microbial species diversity in water kefir is the most well-known characteristics that contribute to the properties of probiotic, anti-microbial,
antioxidant effect, and support the immune system [13].
Water kefir is particularly beneficial for restoring gut health, especially for people with leaky gut and eczema. The microorganisms in water kefir adhere to the mucosa by reaching to intestinal lumen, colonize, and blocking of the pathogens to the mucosa. Thus, restoring the gut lining and in turn, help eczema patients to recover.
Drinking water kefir for a long time can help promote intestinal health, remove toxins from the body and strengthen immunity.
Main Microorganisms
Water kefir grains contain lactic acid bacteria (LAB), acetic acid bacteria (AAB), yeasts and sometimes bifidobacteria. The microbial composition comprises 70% Lactobacilli, 10%
Leuconostocs, 10% Acetobacteria, 5% Bifidobacteria, and 5% other bacterial genera/species. A rough estimate is that there are more than 14 strains of living microorganisms in water kefir!
However, since water kefir is a bottle full of living organisms instead of synthetic processed food. The quantity and strains can vary from batch to batch.
The Production Process
Water kefir is made from water kefir grain with unprocessed raw turbinado cane sugar and natural mineral water, incubate at room temperature (21-25°C) in a dark environment for 24-48 hours.
They go through the process of symbiotic fermentation: the grains consume the sugars and convert them to carbon dioxide, acids, bacteria, and yeasts. And because of the brewing process, a very small amount of alcohol is also produced (usually less than 1%, no more than 2%).
Water kefir grain is then filtered and separated from the kefir liquid. The water kefir grains can be reused for the
next fermentation.
The liquid part then be used for second fermentation for further 18-24 hours to add flavours using organic real fruit
juices.
The final fermented product can be stored in the fridge for 1-2 weeks.
1 Bottle A Day to Restore Your Gut
Water kefir is like a water bank of probiotics. Your body might take time to get acclimatized to the drink.
We have carefully designed our water kefir in bottles for daily consumption. Each 280ml bottle is designed for one person for one day.
We recommend taking 1 bottle daily continuously for 2-4 weeks if you just started. Take 1 bottle a day to restore your gut!
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Natural Functional Juice
We sourced organic fruit juices to add flavours!
Thanks for the fermentation process, the living organisms inside further convert the sugar in the juice to carbon dioxide which make the drinks bubbly!
What a healthy, natural and functional juice!
Order Details
Our water kefir is artisanal and not produced in a large commercial scale. The order lead time is 3 days.
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Side Effects
In the beginning, some side effects and discomfort may surface, just like adding other probiotic foods into your diet.
For example, you may experience fatigue and digestive issues like bloating, constipation, diarrhea, abdominal pain and stomach cramps. They are normal and temporary, usually last for 1-4 weeks.
This is because the good bacteria will fight off the existing bad bacteria. This probiotic die-off side effects is known as the ‘Jarisch-Herxheimer reaction’.
However, these issues are likely to diminish over time with continued consumption.
P.S. We understand the orange and apple flavours are like natural soda. But remember water kefir is more than juice as it’s full of living organisms, so please do not over-consume to avoid unnecessary overdosage-side effects!
Caution
Parents may decide yourself if to give to children between the age of 1 and 5 years. It is not recommended to give to
children below the age of 1.
Please consult your doctor before consuming water kefir if you are in pregnancy and lactation.
For individuals who suffer from immune-related disease such as AIDS, please consult your doctor before consuming water kefir, as the hyperactive live cultures of yeast and bacterial populations can lead to a buildup of infections in such individuals.
For individuals who are undergoing chemotherapy for colon cancer should not consume water kefir.
