# Is Store-Bought Kombucha Healthy? (how to find the healthiest kombucha) | EP 399.A

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Podcast: [DR. GUNDRY PODCAST: GUT HEALTH, WEIGHT LOSS, AND NUTRITION](https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-dr-gundry-podcast-743548)
Published: 2026-04-15T07:00:00+00:00
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## Resource

Kombucha is often praised as a gut health powerhouse—but is it really living up to the hype? In this episode, I take a closer look at what’s actually inside your bottle of kombucha and whether it’s doing your gut any favors…or quietly working against it. You’ll discover how kombucha is made, what happens during the fermentation process, and why not all kombucha is created equal. I break down the biggest mistakes people make when choosing a “healthy” brand—like overlooking hidden sugars, misleading labels, and post-fermentation additives that can turn this trendy drink into more of a dessert than a health tonic. Plus, I’ll give you simple, practical guidelines to help you choose a cleaner, gut-friendly option, so you can enjoy the benefits without sabotaging your health goals. If you’ve ever wondered whether kombucha belongs in your daily routine, this episode will give you the clarity you need to make smarter choices for your gut. For the episode transcript: https://drgundry.com/ep-399-a-transcript/ Thank you to our sponsors! Check them out:  Go to  DrinkLMNT.com/GUNDRY  and use promo code GUNDRY to get 8 single-serving packets with any LMNT order. Shop my new air filter,  Homekind Total Air ! Use code CLEANAIR for 10% off.  Transform your sleep experience with Cozy Earth bedding. Go to  cozyearth.com/gundry  for 40% off. Go to  babbel.com/gundry  to get 60% off your subscription to learn a new language. Go to  timelinenutrition.com/GUNDRY to get 10% off your  first order of Mitopure. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

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