Do you want to help yourself and your friends to better health? The remarkable tea fungus KOMBUCHA is doing this all over the world, in people's kitchens, at almost no cost. It works like a little chemical factory, transforming tea and sugar into a refreshing and completely safe drink, containing organic acids, enzymes and minerals which are essential for balanced health. Its supporters claims that it: - cleanses the blood and acts as a general tonic and energy beater - improves the function of liver, gall bladder and digestion - acts as a deterrent to some forms of cancer - works wonders with eczema and other skin problems - reduces the suffering of Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (ME) - detoxifies the body and enhances the immune system - relieves the symptoms of MS In addition, the culture reproduces itself weekly, so you always have one to give to a friend, or someone who will become your friend. This continues a process of bringing wellbeing and healing to many thousands of people. Long term AIDS survivors report that Kombucha has a positive result, and HIV + groups in California are sharing with each other this free gift from Mother Nature. This practical book describes the thousands-years history of the use of KOMBUCHA, how to care for it, medical trials that have been conducted, anecdotal evidence for its wide-ranging benefits, and many recipes for exciting beverages and creams that can be made from this wonderful culture.