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Kombucha is packed full of vitamins B1, B6, and B12, all of which are known to help the body fight depression, promote a fast metabolism, and even reduce the risk of stroke. Plus, Kombucha also contains vitamin C, which studies show suppresses the release of cortisol, one of the stress hormones. Higher levels of cortisol in the blood contribute to hypertension, depression, and impaired mental clarity. And Kombucha doesn't just have trace amounts of vitamin C, it contains up to 3 to 6 times, the amount of vitamin C (depending on the Kombucha brand) as the Queen of C, OJ. Plus, while I'm making the OJ comparison, I should note that a typical serving of the juice typically contains 27+ grams of sugar, while a serving of Kombucha usually contains around 5-8 grams.