Nutrition

For Your Gut and Skin: Beetroot Kanji for the Summer

Welcome to the world of vibrant wellness, where your grandmother’s fermented favourite meets your modern-day health goals. Try this beetroot kanji today to rejuvenate your skin from the inside while improving your gut bacteria.

By URLife Team

07 May 2025

Long before the popularity of kombucha and kefir, our ancestors were brewing their own gut-friendly elixirs right at home. Kanji was, and still is, a natural probiotic made using sun fermentation, harnessing nature’s power to aid digestion, detox the liver, and strengthen immunity. In Ayurvedic texts, such fermented drinks were often recommended to balance the doshas and maintain gut health.

Originating in North India, especially Punjab and Uttar Pradesh, Kanji has long been a staple during the cooler months and festive occasions like Holi. Traditionally made with black carrots and mustard seeds, this fermented beverage was prized not just for its tangy flavour but also for its natural healing properties.

This version of kanji is packed with the earthy sweetness of beetroot and the bold kick of mustard. Every glass is a tangy, spicy, and slightly sour celebration of fermentation at its finest. Rich in antioxidants, iron, and dietary fibre, this easy-to-make drink promotes healthy digestion, clearer skin, and a natural energy boost, minus the sugar rush.

But here’s the fun part: It’s a live drink! Every day of fermentation brings a new depth of flavour. So if you love DIY wellness, this is your cue to start your own little fermentation project. Let the sun do its thing, and by Day 4, you’ll be sipping your way to better health. Ready to start brewing?