Probiotic Rich Tea

Pu-erh tea, especially the ripe (shou) variety, is known to contain probiotic microorganisms that develop during its unique fermentation process. While pu-erh isn’t a probiotic supplement per se, it does naturally harbor beneficial microbes and metabolites that can support gut health. 

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Some microbial strains that have been identified in laboratory studies of pu-erh tea are: Lactobacillus, Bacillus, Enterococcus, Pediococcus