Kombucha benefits, risks and regulatory frameworks: A review

Abstract

The growing demand for functional and healthy drinks has attracted consumers' attention. In this scenario, kombucha stands out as a fermented tea which has several health benefits due to its antioxidant, anticarcinogenic, anti-inflammatory, antidiabetic, and anti-bacterial properties, among others. However, few studies present the potential risks associated with the consumption of this beverage. In addition, the need for global regulatory frameworks is an obstacle to the production and standardization of the product. Given this, the present review focuses addresses kombucha's benefits, risks, and regulatory frameworks.

Keywords

• Functional beverage
• Health benefits
• Consumption risks
• Regulation
• Kombucha