These Fermented Foods Have Major Perks For Your Gut And Overall Health

Yes, it’s that trendy drink you see on IG all the time. Kombucha boasts an extremely high amount of probiotics—up to six billion probiotic organisms per 16 ounces, says Burgess.

This healthy beverage is made from a mixture of green and black teas that is fermented with the help of a SCOBY (short for symbiotic colony of bacteria and yeast). That means it’s also high in antioxidants that fight off free radicals.

When shopping for kombucha, Burgess says to look for “live active cultures” on the label. You'll also want to make sure there aren’t many added sugars. Because kombucha is tart, the sugar content in some products can be high to offset that natural taste. Burgess recommends finding ones that have 10 grams or less of sugar. Another way to choose a low-sugar product is to get kombucha that has ‘zero percent juices,' she adds.

Per serving: 29 calories, 0 g fat (0 g saturated), 8 g carbs, 8 g sugar, 10 mg sodium, 0 g fiber, 0 g protein.