Sebastien Bureau on The Science of Kombucha

Sebastien Bureau on The Science of Kombucha

Author: Kriben Govender April 24, 2020 Duration: 1:13:35
A fascinating conversation with Food Scientist Sebastien Bureau on fermented foods, sourdough, mastering kombucha, mushroom picking and much more
 
 
Bio: 
 
Founder and president of Mannanova, Sébastien is always busy concocting something or other. Since a young age, he has devoted many hours in the kitchen, experimenting with ingredients and exploring flavours & techniques. With a background in Chemistry and Biology, Seb has continually honed his passion for Food Science. He spent several years as VP of R&D for the biggest Kombucha company in Canada and played a critical role in its growth phase. He's the man with the plan, and hopes to extend his wealth of knowledge to producers of ecological & sustainable foods and beverages.
 
 
Topics discussed:
 
  • Fairment Fermentation Summit
  • Making food when you're stuck inside
  • Sourdough
  • Food is Art
  • Bringing back the past through food
  • The hands of the baker
  • Sanitisation
  • Microbiome - Good vs Bad
  • Mushroom picking
  • Dr Jason Hawrelak podcast- Balancing the Microbiome
  • Mushroom Growing
  • Paul Stamets
  • Medicinal Mushrooms
  • IFungi App
  • Mycelium Bricks
  • Tempeh, Koji and Natto
  • Shio Koji
  • Ageing meat
  • Sebastien's interest in Kombucha
  • Building a successful Kombucha Business
  • Changing food culture
  • Kombucha and Gut Health
  • What are the beneficial microbes in Kombucha
  • What's the optimal fermentation time for maximum benefits
  • Short vs Long Fermentation time
  • The Beneficial compounds in Kombucha
  • Deglycosolation of herbs to increase bioavailability
  • Medicinal herbs to add to Kombucha
  • Flavouring Kombucha Science
  • Turmeric and Pepper Combo
  • Homemade Kombucha vs Store Bought Kombucha
  • Kombucha and Alcohol
  • Customising your Kombucha
  • Sebastian's Top Gut Health tip
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Kriben Govender's journey is a testament to how personal crisis can lead to profound discovery. After a period where his life unraveled through professional bullying, personal loss, and deep isolation, he found a lifeline not in abstract concepts, but in the very real science of the microbiome. As a Food Scientist and founder of Nourishme Organics, Kriben now channels that hard-won perspective into The Gut Health Gurus Podcast. Here, conversations move beyond dry dietary advice to explore the tangible connections between our digestive system and everything from mental resilience to physical fitness. Each episode feels like a candid discussion, unpacking how nurturing gut health can fundamentally alter one's wellbeing. You'll hear from a range of voices-scientists, practitioners, and people with lived experience-all grounded in Kriben's own understanding that true health often starts from within. This isn't about quick fixes; it's about building a sustainable, informed relationship with your body. Tune in for a podcast that blends evidence-based nutrition with the very human stories behind the science, offering a compassionate and practical guide to taking control of your health from the inside out.
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