Kombucha
Fermented sweet tea, lightly fizzy and containing live cultures.
Nutrition per 100 g
Standardised to 100 g of kombucha for fair comparison. Typical serving: 250 ml (250 g) — 33 kcal per 250 g serving.
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per serving (250 g) | Per 100 kcal |
|---|---|---|---|
| Energy | 13 kcal | 33 kcal | 100 kcal |
| Protein | 0 g | 0 g | 0 g |
| Carbohydrate | 3.2 g | 8 g | 24.2 g |
| Fat | 0 g | 0 g | 0 g |
| Fibre | 0 g | 0 g | 0 g |
Figures are typical values and vary with variety, preparation and brand.
Micronutrients
Vitamins and minerals per 100 g of kombucha, with a typical serving and FDA Daily Value for adults.
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per serving (250 g) | % DV |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vitamins | |||
| Vitamin A | 0 µg | 0 µg | 0% |
| Vitamin C | 0 mg | 0 mg | 0% |
| Vitamin D | 0 µg | 0 µg | 0% |
| Vitamin E | 0 mg | 0 mg | 0% |
| Vitamin K | 0 µg | 0 µg | 0% |
| Thiamin | 0.003 mg | 0.008 mg | <1% |
| Riboflavin | 0.027 mg | 0.068 mg | 2% |
| Niacin | 0.014 mg | 0.035 mg | <1% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.002 mg | 0.005 mg | <1% |
| Folate | 0 µg | 0 µg | 0% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0 µg | 0 µg | 0% |
| Choline | 0 mg | 0 mg | 0% |
| Minerals | |||
| Calcium | 0 mg | 0 mg | 0% |
| Iron | 0.01 mg | 0.025 mg | <1% |
| Magnesium | 0 mg | 0 mg | 0% |
| Phosphorus | 0 mg | 0 mg | 0% |
| Potassium | 4 mg | 10 mg | <1% |
| Sodium | 2 mg | 5 mg | <1% |
| Zinc | 0 mg | 0 mg | 0% |
| Selenium | 0 µg | 0 µg | 0% |
| Copper | 0.002 mg | 0.005 mg | <1% |
Source: USDA FoodData Central — Tea, kombucha
% DV uses FDA Daily Values for adults. Nutrients that USDA does not report for this entry are omitted. Values vary with variety, preparation and brand.
Why eat kombucha?
- A live-culture drink for people who dislike dairy.
- Lower in sugar than most soft drinks.
How to include it
- Drink a small glass rather than a bottle.
- Check the sugar per 100 ml on the label.
Things to consider
- Still contains sugar and a trace of alcohol.
- Not recommended in pregnancy or for immunosuppressed people.
Educational content. This article is for general information and is not medical advice. Speak to a qualified health professional about your individual circumstances.
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