Transform ANY type of juice into a natural probiotic soda - Healthy option for pop-addicts & kids!

[@laramccully3272]

Thank you so much for creating this video.🙏🏼💕 I love my soda pop and maybe I can replace those cans of fizzy chemicals with actual real food (with probiotics to boot)! And most of all, thank you for continuing to make videos at all. The rude, judgemental comments I read blow my mind, it’s almost like people believe they have the right to say anything to anyone and it disgusts me. Your patience and kindness are great examples to me.❤

[@CleanFoodLiving]

You're exactly the person I had in mind when making this video. Thanks for your appreciation 🙂

[@visjesvanger]

I always thouhgt the things out of the fridge where going bad, but in fact they were actually getting better!!! what a relief

[@cathywho122]

Thanks soo much for talking about sensitive stomachs! Seems no one addresses this when talking about getting healthy & healing.

[@liudmilaiakovleva9301]

Dear Adrienne, thank you very much for the interesting idea and clear explanations! Perfect as usual!

[@rachelscott909]

I have been wanting to make this! I’ve bought the kefir grains and everything but have been intimated to try, this is giving me the push to do it! Thank you! I love your videos!

[@heartshapedisle]

Perfect. Just got some water kefir grains.

[@ManicMuzee]

I just did a kerns strawberry banana juice with a 24 hour fermentation and it turned out perfectly! I am new to this, so when I was transferring the juice into a bottle, I was slightly worried by the lack of physical bubbles. Though the bottom of the jar quickly remedied that with a sudden blast of bubbles everywhere at the end. 😳 I lost about a cup of juice from my panicked jump but it was exciting to see all those bubbles fizzle. The dog made quick work of assisting with the floor clean up. 😅My kiddo was quite happy with it. My husband and I are doing keto, so just fermented veggies for us, but I am so happy knowing every sip my kiddo takes of this sweet treat is feeding her good gut biome.

[@CleanFoodLiving]

What a great story! thank you for sharing!!

[@voceval1]

I love your videos and they've gotten me into fermenting. However, I got it into my head to put celery stalks, whey, sugar and yeast in a closed jar with water, just so I can have it there whenever a recipe calls for it. I left it for several days, burping every day, it was fermenting and getting bubbly. When I finally tasted it was so refreshing and delicious. I really don't know what I made but I liked it, especially for quenching my thirst in these hot summer days.

[@Ryan-gw3yv]

You living Goddess, thank you for sharing!

[@TameraReynoldson]

How much of the sugars in the juice are consumed by the grains? Just curious about the sugar/carb content of the beverage at the point of consumption…

[@Joe_C.]

It would completely depend on and vary according to the amount of sugars in the original product and the length of fermentation

[@Faustobellissimo]

Can over-fermented fruit kefir be used as vinegar?

[@lillyw4710]

Thanks for the video you inspired me to make some. I just got to find where to buy water kefir crystals

[@CleanFoodLiving]

I provide links in the description 👍😊

[@kezzaobee1462]

Fabulous information ❤

[@DumSpiroValentino]

Thank you, I learned something useful

[@luciepierre7087]

Thank you very much

[@TreR90]

Are there any health benefits to consuming the sugar water when changing it out for grain storage?

[@KakkuL4p10]

This is totally different what was recommendes by maker of water kefir crystals. They recommended 2 phase system like brewing kombucha.

[@SusanJAvery]

Hi! As always, I LOVE your videos but my question is: are the translucent/transparent grains you show in the video the same as the one(s) you linked us to in the Amazon site? They're don't look the same (they're brownish in color)??

[@CleanFoodLiving]

Yes they are the same. The provider feeds them with molasses which is why they are dark. I switched what type of sugar I fed it and they lightened up. Like the video says, the grains will take on the color of the beverage and molasses water is dark.👍😊

[@askhollyhall]

is the sugar less after? ty! yum

[@CleanFoodLiving]

Not really, it's fruit juice. Fermentation doesn't reduce it beyond negligible.

[@nabhnabhmonarch6805]

I make our own juice by blending, for example, blueberries, strawberries and bananas with water, small amount of salt and honey. I do not remove the fiber. Do you think I could use your method to ferment?

[@Shani-theSalt]

Can you use brown or turbanato sugar in place of the white sugar or 100% pure cane sugar to feed the grains?

[@CleanFoodLiving]

Yes!

[@andrewpakchoian1111]

Hi, if I don't get a successful fermentation, can you talk about troubleshooting. Thanks.

[@CleanFoodLiving]

Tell me more about your situation: 1. What type of juice was used? 2. Environmental temperature 3. What is it about the water kefir/juice that suggests it did not ferment? 4. Was the lid on tight or loose? 5. how long on the counter? 6. Were the grains brand new or mature & healthy/strong?

[@NOOOODY7]

Hey Adrienne!! this has nothing to do with this video but I got a question about pickling and i need help if it’s okay with you💞 i decided to pickle (not ferment) peppers today so i made a 1:1 solution of vinegar and water with some salt. the amount of peppers i had wasn’t a lot, it only filled quarter of the jar and when i poured the solution over it, it covered all of peppers but I didn’t have enough to fill the whole jar and I heard in some videos that i shouldn’t leave an empty space inside. i was rushed so i made another solution but I didn’t measure anything this time I boiled some random amount of vinegar with a random amount of water (I didn’t add salt also) and i used it to fill up the jar fully. then i did the whole pasteurization process. my question is: did i ruin the whole thing by not measuring the second batch of the solution? 😬

[@CleanFoodLiving]

Do a ph test, if its below 4.0, you're good👍🙂

[@NOOOODY7]

@@CleanFoodLiving ooh i see!! thank you so much for answering I appreciate it 🩵

[@galtalormusic]

Thank you so much ❤ What would be the net carbs count after its ready? (More or less)

[@MomIrregardless]

thank you for all your videos!! pleasant voice, well spoken, well thought out and planned! i had to give up milk of any kind, including my milk kefir, when i developed a milk protein allergy! i switched to water kefir, and love the taste. i will try this too!! however, i find that if i drink more than a swallow, the probiotics constipate me something awful!! will i ever adjust to this? it's horrible!

[@CleanFoodLiving]

I'm not sure if it will resolve. Ive had a couple people write in over the years expressing the same thing happening to them. I don't know the final resolve though. I'm sorry!

[@MomIrregardless]

@@CleanFoodLiving ohhhh thank you for the answer!! i really appreciate you taking the time to respond! i am going to continue trying to have just a little as often as i can and see if it improves! i will update too. i currently have three base jars going, one sugar/molasses, one honey, and one agave. now i can try one for juice. we shall see, and thank you once again!

[@k.p.1139]

I'm in! We stopped drinking sodas years ago. This will be a pleasant surprise for the family. I do have a question. One lady I watch said to go easy if you are not used to ferments, because they can cause gut pain. Should we start with a tiny amount for the first few times? If they get a gut ache they may shy away from trying it again. Thanks!

[@CleanFoodLiving]

Sounds like a good idea!🙂👍 Hope the family loves it!

[@68706870]

Make the gang some ginger beer or ginger ale if they like bubbles.

[@HolisticTake]

Can we freeze to make it last longer?

[@CleanFoodLiving]

Freezing will help it last... I'm not sure if the effervescence will remain, but the probiotics will👍

[@choikof9725]

I regularly drink milk kefir and water kefir, but I am concerned about the impact of all that avidity on our teeth enamel. Most people like me consume already other acidic foods and drinks like lemons juice in thee, fruits and salad dressings, so many things we eat and drink already contain acidity. While fermented foods are healthy, they are acidic as well and add up to the rest we eat and I really concerned about what negatively affect it may have our tooth enamel. Really like to hear you're openion about that. Thank you.

[@Guishan_Lingyou]

If you rinse your mouth out with plain water after consuming something acidic the impact of the acidity on your teeth will be minimal -- it takes time for the acid to do damage.

[@WH2012]

Salt water rinse after consuming (Himalayan/pink/Redmond’s/Celtic).

[@kelleyleblanc5025]

Drinking with a straw should help

[@tonym1408]

After looking at the amount off replies made by the channel i don't think you will get a response as she seems to only reply to messages that praise or are extra positive.

[@kayaniasim8757]

Can you tell how to make kumbucha withput scoby or store kumbucha store bottle?

[@deedaw9246]

How about a sugar free energy drink to replace things like Monster or Red Bull? Does things like stevia, monk fruit etc work?

[@R1Kyle]

So what does this do to the sugar levels for those wanting to avoid those carbs?

[@CleanFoodLiving]

If you want to avoid the fruit sugar and carbs, this fermentation is not for you👍

[@mermarseo]

Any healthy versions (low carb)?

[@choikof9725]

The longer you let it ferment the less carbs/sugar it contains. As you know vinegar doesn't contain any carbs as there are no sugar left the same with waterkefir. But i won't let it get to sour as its not enjoyable to drink and good for the teeth as well.

[@mermarseo]

@choikof9725 yes, like wine making. Drinking fruit juice is no bueno.

[@TheFrewah]

Hmm.. I need to try this. First, I need to figure out where I can get these crystals. I have done Kombucha for many years, my Mom taught me and admitted mine was better because of the tweak I had made. I use almost 1.5 liter of water when I make tea

[@CleanFoodLiving]

I've got links in the video description for the water kefir crystals I use 👍😊

[@TheFrewah]

@@CleanFoodLiving Thank you! I live in Sweden and passed a health store so I asked if they had these crystals. Alas, they didn’t but there are many such stores here in Stockholm so I’m sure I will find them. I have made my own Kombucha for many years, my late Mom taught me how to do it. When she passed away I stopped doing it for some time but now I do and I’m eager to try this. I’m a big fan of fermented and pickled food.

[@Nicksonian]

How about using the grains or crystals in sweetened tea or coffee? How much sugar is required…1/4 cup per quart?

[@CleanFoodLiving]

Yes so long as its room temp, not over 88 degrees & not under 72. 1 tbsp sugar per quart 👍

[@jmidnite114]

@@CleanFoodLiving I did it with black tea and wow it tasted like a hint of rootbeer! But I wonder if there's a way to make it really taste like rootbeer and not just a hint of taste

[@GGsGarden]

How many uses should one get from grains? Looking at the prices, I am glad to see they are not single use.

[@JoanEB]

You can use them indefinitely as long as you keep feeding them. You will actually grow more of them you can give away.

[@CleanFoodLiving]

They can last for decades if taken care of👍

[@MarieBrown-u6e]

I loved the video but couldn’t find the link for where to get the water kefir crystals? It’s probably user error… can you help me?

[@CleanFoodLiving]

Sure thing! Option 1 - Amazon (fresh): amzn.to/3P4M5s2 • Option 2 - Amazon (fresh): amzn.to/3v19Rhu • Etsy (fresh): creatoriq.cc/3uUEBAK

[@denisepeel1327]

How much of the sugar would be fermented in an overnight process

[@exponentzero]

I've never seen water kefir crystals before -- thank you so much for this video! I have "regular" kefir grains...is it possible to create water kefir crystals with them?

[@CleanFoodLiving]

Ah no, sorry... you can't make water kefir crystals with them.

[@exponentzero]

@@CleanFoodLiving thank you for letting me know. and thanks for providing links to acquiring them!

[@sunyata_anatta]

Can I feed the water kefir grains with honey 🍯?

[@CleanFoodLiving]

Yes🙂

[@denisewarren4008]

Which has more probiotics , milk kefir or water kefir?

[@CleanFoodLiving]

Milk kefir

[@nazeehtarif2480]

I think I heard Terrence McKenna once said that Shamans are mostly Women, I feel the same as Women are one of the very first Alchemist for their families, for a future. Thank you Adrienna

[@emilypfister1001]

The Raw Chef has a great video on making the water and coconut lefir.

[@judithtaylormayo]

question: with the leftover juice, once the keifer has been removed, can it be used to make jelly?

[@CleanFoodLiving]

Sure, but the cooking of jelly will kill the probiotics...

[@Monkchip]

Could you please tell me how I should store any unused, never used Kefir crystals because I plan to buy more than 2-3 oz ? Thanks so much! I have always found your videos educating and helpful to a healthier lifestyle.❤

[@CleanFoodLiving]

Yes, just follow the instructions given at the end of the video👍😊

[@Joe_C.]

You don't need a lot to start off. As long as you use them and keep them fed they multiply. In no time you'll have so many your friends, family, and neighbors won't want anymore and you won't know what to do with them

[@Monkchip]

@@Joe_C. Lol. Thank you so much for the great advice.

[@Joe_C.]

@@Monkchip, you're welcome. Enjoy!

[@akbananachucker2441]

What happens if you put juice in the kombucha? Its mostly sugar.

[@kayaniasim8757]

Can we use kefir if crystals not available ?

[@CleanFoodLiving]

Won't work the same🙁

[@moesi11]

Hi, i did this with bete juice but it is not sparkling, so not soda like (but its sour and not sweet). Did it go wrong?

[@CleanFoodLiving]

What type of lid was used, plus loose or sealed?

[@moesi11]

@@CleanFoodLiving I used a Swing-top glass with rubber ring, so sealed.

[@CleanFoodLiving]

​@@moesi11​@moesi11 ok, the lid is fine. the sour indicates it did ferment. However, although beets are a high sugar vegetable, they're still not as high as fruit. Sounds like The good Yeasts responsible for the carbonation need more sugar to feed on to release enough co2 for carbonation. If you try again, try adding 1-2 teaspoons of sugar or honey to the juice, seal the lid and make sure the environmental temp is upper 70s-80s. See how that changes the outcome....

[@moesi11]

@@CleanFoodLiving OK, thank you.

[@khadijaaitlahcen3080]

Hey there, i wondered if this is intoxicating in large amounts? Im muslim. I don’t feel comfortable drinking something that is against my religion and my lord. Thank you for helping me!

[@spiet7380]

Its got less alcohol in it than a ripe banana.

[@Faustobellissimo]

What's the difference netween fruit kefir and fruit wine?

[@Joe_C.]

Kefir is a largely bacterial ferment. Wine is yeast

[@Faustobellissimo]

Does it also work with unpasteurized home-made juice?

[@CleanFoodLiving]

Yes. ANY juice👍😊

[@Faustobellissimo]

@@CleanFoodLiving But which one gives better kefir? Pasteurized or unpasteurized?

[@CleanFoodLiving]

@@Faustobellissimo Each will be equal fermentation wise, probiotic wise. The health benefits of the raw/fresh home made juice is superior to anything bought in a store, fermented or not. So go with homemade juice if that's an available option for you👍😊

[@lrfolkins6692]

Does the type of sugar matter? Dried Cane? Dried Coconut?

[@CleanFoodLiving]

Cane will produce greater activity of the bubbles because it is higher in glucose than dried coconut.

[@lrfolkins6692]

What type sugar do you use?@@CleanFoodLiving the more food (glucose) the more CO2 build up- (the more careful I should be. 😉

[@CleanFoodLiving]

@@lrfolkins6692 I should clarify: I only add sugar to liquid bases that don't have sugar when making/using water kefir crystals. IE: this video here demo'ing water kefir plant milks : kzbin.info/www/bejne/laDSomCQfNCNrLc If making this water kefir soda with juice, DO NOT add sugar because there is plenty available for the kefir.

[@sb9442]

I have an odd question… can you or have you EVER tried mixing ..two …different.. milk kefir grains..TOGETHER… ??? I’m asking bcuz my LIVE grains are healthy but my first attempt was with DEHYDRATED grains & it didn’t quite ferment as I anticipated BUT .. I kept trying. And working with them &&& now the bottoms of each at is producing WHEY … so I’m assuming they infact .. did NOT die ..in an OVER FERMENTATION… am I correct in my thoughts?🤷‍♀️🤷‍♀️🤷‍♀️as I have been drinking it and it seems to be fine … but being a greenhorn… I’m not sure 🤔 I was thinking 🤔 I should MIX some of the healthy LIVE grains.. in with the DEHYDRATED grains .. to give them a BOOST… would that CAUSE CROSS CONTAMINATION??? I won’t attempt it until I hear back from you … TY IN advance

[@CleanFoodLiving]

Hi, over-fermentation is the sign of healthy, active grains.... it is not death to grains. Don't feed grains for a month any new milk and that will kill them... but regular over-fermentation within 1-7 days of being fed... the grains are ok.👍 I don't recommend combining grains from 2 different sources because it will disturb the balance of the already healthy grains. It won't kill them if you do, it will just force them to compete and re-adjust. If it's not needed, don't do it.

[@malinheleneanderberg934]

😍

[@hudarawas4411]

Why are my water kefir grains are a lot but very small?

[@Joe_C.]

They'll grow as you feed them. Grain size doesn't impact the end product

[@riodio9878]

This is great. FYI it's pronounced "keh-fear" not "key-fur". Love the channel!

[@swamibeyond6382]

I bet you have a beautiful colon!

[@maryn.4492]

Exactly why is this healthy for you?? I'm not a juice drinker per say because of the sugar. I used to squeeze fresh fruit for the living enzymes though .

[@tiffanyrun8742]

I agree, not a juice drinker. Taking the juice out of fruit removes the fiber. Fiber slows down the processing of fructose and allows our bodies to functional process fruit with the best nutrition absorption.

[@aimeejog]

She said healthier than store bought soda.

[@tiffanyrun8742]

@@aimeejog juice exorbitantly spikes your glucose levels. Anything that spikes glucose is not going to be healthy. Most people do not understand this at all. Which is why there is a epidemic of diabetic health concerns. You do whatever you want, calling something healthy when it is not is a problem.

[@yootoob1001001]

While it might be considered less worse or the same rather than better, it could a good transitional option for people who drink soda to get acclimated to making other choices. I agree with you 100% on the sugar though there may be a chance with juice that they are getting at least a little tiny bit of nutrients rather than just totally empty calories (not much, but hey). Sometimes things like that can help people who have a hard time with this type of stuff to change their mindsets as they step into new habits.

[@Andy_Holmes]

Probiotics

[@daddymoon666]

Would the sour version be a good liver tonic...???...