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When combined with clean caffeine, L-Theanine can improve cognitive performance and increase focus without the jitters or crashes that sometimes accompany caffeine consumption.

As thought-leaders and innovators in the functional beverage space (and no stranger to the world of health centric beverages), we at Buchi created something new: Wild Pop. We have sought out to meet the needs of the public with not only kombucha & kefir soda, but now with a new prebiotic soda!

Under the umbrella of functional ingredients come many nutrients with myriad benefits: antioxidants, vitamins, minerals, botanical extracts, phytochemicals, hydrocolloids, fatty acids — the list goes on. Here we’ll explore 5 dietary powerhouses that stand out from all of them.

Whether you’re someone who has diabetes and are looking to switch out your soda for something less sugary, or you’re researching on behalf of a loved one, know that you are not alone. It is understandable to want to find something that not only tastes great but also supports health.

Water kefir is a delicious, probiotic-packed beverage made from water kefir grains. These grains, also known as tibicos, aren’t actually grains either. They’re yeast and bacteria cultures that resemble the shape and appearance of grains. 

You might be wondering, “can I give kombucha to my kids?” We are happy to report that one of the best things about kombucha is that it is actually a very safe, nutritious drink for kids to enjoy!

Traditionally called tibicos, water kefir grains originally appeared growing on the opuntia cactus plant in Mexico.

There’s an on-going, complex “conversation” occurring between the gut and the brain, and it’s mediated by the vagus nerve.

The Brain + Gut Connection, and its effect on mental well-being