Hey, it’s Lou here 👋.your resident Nutritionist and Food Scientist, there’s always something I realised even when i actively studying for my nutrition degree and that’s how overwhelming wellness can sometimes feel. Everywhere you look, there are “must-have” miracle supplements and functional ingredient products with hefty price tags. It is so easy to think that we cannot get these nutrients from anywhere else and that can make you think that being healthy and feeling good is only for people with big wallets.
But here’s the truth I’ve learned: real health often comes from the simplest, everyday habits. And those habits don’t have to break the bank budget.
My Mission With Twisted Kombucha
When I started Twisted Kombucha, I wanted to make wellness feel accessible, not exclusive. I wasn’t interested in fancy marketing buzzwords or complicated ingredient lists. I’ve never been that person to get caught up in a trend. However while I was researching kombucha it was relatively still very small scale and hardly popular like it is today! That’s why I wanted to create something that was rooted in science, made with integrity, and genuinely good for your gut. And it was something that was so accessible that I could make it at home while running a super busy workload.
Every bottle of Twisted Kombucha is crafted through traditional fermentation with just three simple ingredients: tea, sugar, and a living culture known as a SCOBY. We never take shortcuts — that means no added probiotic powders, no pasteurisation, no gimmicks.
Instead, we allow the brew to ferment slowly and naturally. This process creates a rich profile of live probiotics, vitamins, antioxidants, and beneficial organic acids. As the bacteria and yeast metabolise the sugar, the result is a drink that’s naturally low in sugar — only around 3.5 g per 100 ml.
One of the most powerful by-products of this fermentation is acetic acid. Beyond giving kombucha its refreshing tang, acetic acid is linked to improved blood sugar control. It helps prevent sugar spikes in blood glucose, making Twisted Kombucha not only gut-friendly but also a supportive choice for people who are mindful of their blood sugar levels — including those living with diabetes or prediabetes.
Healthy foods to keep you Microbiome healthy that Won’t Break the Bank
Between busy work & family commitments, and everything else life throws at you, optimising your nutrition and wellness can feel like one more thing on an ever growing to-do list. But simple small swaps really do make a difference. And most of them cost less than your morning coffee.
Here are five of my favourite gut-friendly swaps you can pick up for a few pounds!
You don’t need pricey wellness products to support your gut health ! here 5 swaps for less than 5 pounds… head over to our captions and find out more
| Try… | Why I Love It |
| A bottle of Twisted Kombucha | A refreshing, naturally fermented drink that’s alive with probiotics – real kombucha, brewed with care. |
| Plain yoghurt | Packed with live cultures, and so versatile – top with fruit, add to oats, smoothies, or enjoy as is. |
| Sauerkraut | A jar of tangy fermented spicy cabbage is a simple, tasty way to get beneficial bacteria into your meals. Try delicious kimchi cheese toasties, mix into a grain bowl |
| Under-ripe green banana | Cheap, and loaded with prebiotic fibres that feed the good bacteria in your gut. Unripe bananas are higher in resistant starch, which acts like fiber and can benefit gut health and blood sugar control. |
| Oats | Affordable, filling, and full of soluble fibre to support digestion and overall gut health. |
The beauty of these swaps is that they’re simple. Prebiotics are the food components that feed and nourish the good bacteria that lives in our gut, like fibre and resistant starch – in general, eating high fibre plant foods is a good foundation for a prebiotic rich diet. No fancy packaging, no wild promises – just small, consistent ways to take care of your gut!
Why I Care
For me, this isn’t just about kombucha, it’s about making wellness feel real, approachable, and enjoyable. I’ve seen too many people discouraged by the idea that health has to be expensive or complicated. It doesn’t.
That’s why Twisted Kombucha exists: to show that you can enjoy something delicious, gut-nourishing, and affordable, without the gimmicks.
So next time you’re tempted by a pricey “super” product, remember: sometimes the most powerful wellness choices are the simplest – and they’re sitting right there in your local shop.
✨ Here’s to simple habits, happy guts, and making wellness accessible to everyone.
