India, Sept. 14 -- These days, it feels like everyone is drinking something new, and it is not your regular tea or coffee. What it is? Kombucha! This frizzy, sour drink is popping up everywhere. Some say it helps with digestion, others claim it gives them more energy or even clears up their skin. With so much hype around it, you may wonder if kombucha is actually good for you, or is it just another health trend that sounds better than it is? Before you try kombucha, you should understand all about it.

Kombucha is a fermented tea drink, usually made from black or green tea combined with sugar, bacteria, and yeast (SCOBY). The fermentation process lasts around 7-14 days, during which the SCOBY breaks down sugars and produces a slightly sou...