Is it safe to eat water kefir grains? A guide to consumption
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Many people are familiar with the health benefits of water kefir, a bubbly probiotic drink created using a starter culture of symbiotic bacteria and yeast. However, a common question arises for home brewers: is it safe to eat water kefir grains directly from the fermenting jar? The simple answer is yes, but it comes with caveats regarding texture, digestibility, and personal sensitivity.
