Are 'miracle' gut aids such as kombucha really good for you? - BBC

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The researchers found identifiable markers showing an improvement in levels of compounds which are associated with better health. However, the question the trial had set out to address – does drinking kombucha also help manage stress – showed no effect in a stress response test on participants. Dr Amanda LloydDr Amanda Lloyd is one of the lead researchers on the studyDr Amanda Lloyd, a lead researcher on the study, said: "[My team] is looking at the chemical composition of things after an intervention trial and after different processing methods of that food.

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