India, May 12 -- In the growing world of gut health and functional beverages, water kefir and kombucha have become popular choices for health-conscious consumers. Both are rich in probiotics, lightly carbonated, and linked to a variety of digestive and immune benefits. But while they're often grouped together, their differences in microbial content, flavour, and function are significant. So, which one is better for your gut health - water kefir vs kombucha?

Here's a comprehensive look at the science, benefits, and trade-offs of each.

What is Water Kefir? Water kefir is a fermented, non-dairy beverage made by adding water kefir grains-a culture of bacteria and yeast-to sugar water, juice, or coconut water. The grains resemble small, tran...