Can pregnant women drink kvass? Kvass is a drink with a thousand-year history.

9 exciting months of waiting for a baby is a happy period of bearing a baby. The changes and features that accompany these months leave an imprint not only on the condition of a woman, but also on her lifestyle and diet. In addition to the foods that a pregnant woman eats daily, drinks also deserve special attention.

Kvass is a healthy and tasty drink obtained as a result of fermentation. For this reaction, yeast is used, which is added to the wort. To obtain the latter, you can use flour, malt, breadcrumbs, add honey, aromatic herbs, fruits and berries. Kvass is prepared at home or they buy a ready-made store product. It has a pleasant taste, and also perfectly quenches thirst, which is especially true if the months of the “interesting” position fell on the summer heat. But do not forget that this is a carbonated drink, which also contains about 1.2% alcohol. Is it so harmless to expectant mothers and is it possible to drink kvass during pregnancy in unlimited quantities? Many women strictly limit themselves, fearing to harm the baby. Are their fears justified?

Kvass during pregnancy

If before you saw the joyful 2 strips on the test, the body perceived kvass well, you should not completely abandon it. This is the opinion of most doctors on this issue. But there are still some limitations.

1 trimester

The initial stages of pregnancy (the period of the 1st trimester) is one of the most responsible and dangerous stages. The body of a woman reacts very subtly to all the changes that occur with a woman, gradually adapts to the appearance of a new "tenant". Since kvass is a fermentation product, the product starts a similar process in the intestines. An increased passion for a drink can provoke excessive gas formation. And this is fraught not only with flatulence, but also with uterine tone - not a very pleasant and dangerous phenomenon. If there is a threat of interruption, the use of kvass during pregnancy in the early stages should be postponed. In addition, least of all incipient life requires alcohol. And although its content in kvass is minimal, at this stage (especially at 5-6 weeks) this drink is not recommended.

2 trimester

In the 2nd trimester, the sensations of discomfort are minimal - by this time, the toxicosis that has overcome earlier usually passes, the weight is not yet large, the stomach does not restrict movement, and all the most important organs of the crumbs have already formed. 4-6 months of pregnancy is the time when kvass can be drunk with minimal concerns. In the presence of good general health, as well as the absence of signs of edema and other violations of the condition, homemade kvass during pregnancy during this period does not pose any threat. Moreover, a drink saturated with minerals and vitamins will give the expectant mother energy, good health, and strengthen her health. Therefore, the use of kvass during pregnancy in the second trimester (no more than 2 glasses a day), of course, within reasonable limits, will only benefit the woman's body.

3rd trimester

The final months of pregnancy again require full dedication from the female body - the grown baby puts pressure on many organs, weight and stomach have increased even more. Being on the “final line” of pregnancy, you should again be careful with the use of kvass. And the fault is again the possible tone of the uterus, which may occur due to increased gas formation. In this case, childbirth can begin ahead of time. In addition, at this time, many expectant mothers are overcome by edema. Kvass can strengthen them even more. On the other hand, the reaction of the body to the drink may be milder - the laxative effect will eliminate possible constipation, and moderate fermentation processes will have a mild massaging effect on the walls of the uterus, preparing it for the upcoming work. And yet, you should not be zealous with the use of kvass during late pregnancy.

Useful properties of the drink

Despite some restrictions and precautions in the use of kvass, its benefits are enormous. Vitamins (C, E, group B) contained in the product, mineral elements (calcium, phosphorus, magnesium), lactic acid and amino acids have a positive effect on the general condition of the body, serve as a prevention of beriberi. And the microorganisms of the drink successfully cope with typhoid and paratyphoid bacteria.

• Vitamin C, which is part of kvass, strengthens the walls of blood vessels, prevents the appearance of hematomas, helps to cope with toxicosis - a frequent guest of the 1st trimester.
• Vitamins B1 and PP contribute to the proper formation and development of the crumbs.
• The product has a beneficial effect on metabolic processes, helps maintain normal intestinal microflora (eliminates manifestations of dysbacteriosis), a slight laxative effect of kvass serves as a prevention of constipation - a small nuisance for many women "in position".
• Calcium and magnesium help strengthen tooth enamel, hair and nails. In addition, these elements have a positive effect on the work of the heart.
• Kvass will help relieve mental and physical stress, calm the nervous system.

Contraindications to kvass during pregnancy

Among the conditions that do not allow the inclusion of kvass in the diet, there are:

• Diseases of the stomach - gastritis, ulcers.
• In the presence of edema, kvass should also be excluded from the diet, as it contributes to fluid retention in the body.
• Gestosis (late toxicosis).
• Hypertension.
• Flatulence (increased gas formation).
• Urolithiasis.
• Cirrhosis of the liver.
• Any pathology on the part of the baby.

The choice of kvass during pregnancy

So, we have already found out that in the absence of contraindications from the side of health, as well as subject to the permissible consumption volumes (no more than 2 glasses per day), you should not refuse a delicious drink. But what kind of kvass can you drink during pregnancy?

• Drink from a bottle.

Bottled kvass is most often not 100% natural and contains chemical additives (flavorings, sweeteners, dyes), which are completely useless for a woman in position. In addition, such soda can cause allergies and lead to disturbances in the digestive tract. If you still opted for kvass from the store, pay attention to its composition. A quality product contains water, malt, yeast, sugar and additives - berries, herbs, nuts.

• Kvass from barrels.

The carbonated product sold on tap is strictly not allowed for consumption. In this case, not only the composition of the drink is questioned, but the conditions of its production, storage and transportation. Compliance with sanitary and hygienic standards is a big question.

• Kvass homemade.

The best choice for a woman “in position” is homemade kvass. In this case, you can be completely sure about the quality of ingredients, technology, and production conditions. In addition, it is possible to adjust the strength of the product.

Bread kvass during pregnancy

A simple kvass recipe will help you get a healthy and pleasant drink at home.

• Yeast.
  Cut 300 g of bread into cubes and dry in the oven until a beautiful golden crust is formed. Place croutons in a 3 liter bottle, add 100 g of sugar and boiling water. While the composition is cooling, you are engaged in yeast. Dilute 6 g of dry yeast in a glass of warm water. When the water in the bottle has cooled to room temperature, add diluted yeast to it. Place the resulting composition in a dark place and leave for 2 days. After - strain. The finished product is stored no more than 5 days in the refrigerator.
• Yeast-free.
  To prepare a drink without the use of yeast, you will need brown bread (500 g), sugar (300 g), water (5 l), raisins (50 g). Bread cut into cubes and dried in the oven. At the same time, it is important not to overcook the crackers, otherwise they will burn and the kvass will be bitter. Next, the water should be brought to a boil, add dried bread and sugar (250 g) to it. The resulting wort is cooled to room temperature and poured into a fermentation vessel. Add raisins and mix everything. Cover the composition with gauze and leave in a dark place for 1-2 days. During this time, fermentation should begin. After another 2 days, filter the kvass, add 50 g of sugar and pour into storage containers. Add 2-3 raisins to each container. Keep 8-12 hours and the drink is ready. Keeps up to 4 days.

So, is kvass harmful to pregnancy? No. But you need to use it in moderation and carefully monitor your well-being.

Greetings, my dear fitonyashechki and kachata! Summer, heat, and the main foamy non-alcoholic attribute have already firmly taken their positions on the streets of the city ... So, as you probably guessed, today we will talk about drinking in the heat, namely, find out how kvass is useful? After reading, you will learn everything about this drink, its benefits, recipes for preparation and the right way to choose and buy.

What, in a circle? Why not!

Why kvass is useful: FAQ questions and answers

Well, I would like to start by saying that this is already the second article from the summer cycle, in which we are talking exclusively about the main attributes of this season of the year, therefore, if you have not yet paid your respects to the note about, then you are welcome, we let's go further and today we'll talk about kvass.

I am sure that there is no such Russian person who would not be personally acquainted with this non-alcoholic foamy drink. As soon as summer comes, yellow branded kvass trailers are dumped on the streets and saleswomen, most often young people, begin to “drink” the population. Despite the fact that kvass can be made at home and even bought in a store, most people like kvass from a barrel, there is some kind of romance in it - to stand in line, get coins, watch the liquor, take a misted glass, blow it off foam and finally grunt it. However, what do you know about kvass, why do we love it so much, and is there anything useful in it? This is what we have to find out further in the text.

Note:
For better assimilation of the material, all further narration will be divided into subchapters.

What is kvass useful for and what kind of drink is it

Kvass is a traditional Slavic sour drink, which is prepared on the basis of fermentation. (incomplete alcohol and lactic acid) from flour and malt or from black or rye bread. According to the Russian standard, it is classified as a soft drink, and the content of ethyl alcohol from fermentation is less than 1,2%. The average alcohol content is 0,5-1% .

The main ingredient in kvass is rye, which serves as a good source of B-vitamins. 1 and B- 6 , E, magnesium, phosphorus and amino acids. Kvass is also a source of lactic/acetic acids and simple sugars. The first provides a relatively good thirst quencher, the second - a sufficient amount of energy to maintain short-term physical activity. Thanks to carbon dioxide, which facilitates the digestion and absorption of food, kvass improves digestion. Kvass enzymes have a beneficial effect on the work of the gastrointestinal tract and gastric peristalsis.

The main advantages include:

• low calorie (around 20-40 kcal per 100 gr);
• probiotic activity (high content of live microcultures);
• contains a wide range of nutrients, including vitamin B- 12 and the mineral manganese;
• acts as a blood tonic (tonic);
• high ability to quench thirst;
• aid in the digestion of food and the normalization of the stool.

As for the nutritional value and nutritional profile of kvass, this is it.

Why kvass is useful for an athlete and a person leading a healthy lifestyle

A standard phyton or kachenok has an established diet, on which they try to “sit” for a long time, rarely making adjustments to it. However, summer is exactly the period when you should make adjustments to your grocery basket and add (including) non-construction products. Yes, kvass is not a protein product, and it will not make your muscles grow by leaps and bounds, but it has 2 extremely useful properties that no protein will ever give you. So, meet...

Property #1

In modern products - vegetables / fruits, the content of probiotics (good bacteria) extremely few, and since the athlete must eat at least 5 once a day, stomach problems often occur, food does not have time to be digested, rots in the intestines and causes various “animal” problems. This question is especially acute for girls of a thin body type ( ). These representatives cannot “shove” so much food into themselves, and if they can, it often causes a malfunction in the digestive tract and toilet gatherings.

Kvass is a strong probiotic and has a positive effect on the health of the gastrointestinal tract and strengthens the immune system, making nutrients more available to the body. A person who includes kvass in his diet on some regular basis has a high chance of improving the situation of his digestive system and improving his appetite.

Property #2

Training in the summer is a serious stress for the body, the high temperature outside and the lack of adequate ventilation in the gym can adversely affect human health. In the process of high motor activity in the body, the water-salt balance is disturbed and the usual intake of water does not qualitatively solve the problem. As a result, acidification of the blood (acidosis) can occur, which will negatively affect the training, more precisely, the possibility of completing it.

Kvass well regulates and restores the water-salt balance, and therefore it is optimal to take it (together with water) during classes in a hot gym. It will give strength, invigorate and help to carry out the entire training at a high ideological level.

Kvass is sweet, will it make me fat?

What is afraid of any fit girl and a girl who watches her figure? It is correct that this or that sweet product will be deposited on her waist, and the arrow on the scales will move to the right. However, you should not worry about the fact that kvass will do its “thick job”, and here's why. The amount of carbohydrates is 4-7 gr (no more 2% ) from the daily norm of a person, and the glycemic index (GI) in the range 30-45 units (depending on recipe).

The only moment that can lead a person to increase the percentage of adipose tissue can be store-bought canned kvass. This drink has a GI of 1,5-2 times higher than home / street from barrels. Therefore, ladies, you can drink kvass and not be afraid of gaining extra kilos, it just has to be home made or a jar-street options.

So, we have laid some theoretical base, now let's deal with the practical side, namely, let's talk about ...

How to choose shop and draft kvass?

Theory is, of course, good, but you can’t quench your thirst with it :). Therefore, the following information will help you choose a worthy and correct foamy drink.

Ideal kvass contains only:

• leaven;
• sugar;
• water;
• rye malt.

And on the reverse side there should be a mark “double-fermented kvass”. It is this kind of kvass that you should look for on the shelves of shops / supermarkets. Due to the high popularity of this drink in Russia, such large foreign companies as PepsiСo, Coca-Cola became interested in kvass as a sales product in the Russian Federation and release their brands: “Russian gift”, “Mug and barrel”. However, our (Russian) companies hold the palm in this market: Deka (brand "Nikola") and Ochakovsky.

Often, instead of kvass, especially in supermarkets, they sell a lot of synthetic surrogates (fermented drinks), which consist of water, carbon dioxide solution, sweeteners and flavor simulants. Such "kvass" should be avoided.

So, when thinking about buying kvass in a store, always take into account the following.

To understand the choice of a street version of kvass - draft, such a memo will help you (clickable).

I think our article about kvass would not be complete if we did not find out what simple and correct options for its preparation are, so get acquainted ...

Homemade kvass recipes

Below are the most simple and varied kvass recipes, among which everyone will find something close to their kitchen abilities :).

Actually, I consider the topic of kvass closed on this, let's summarize all the information voiced.

Afterword

Today we quenched our thirst and learned how kvass is useful, as well as how to make it yourself. I'm sure you'll reconsider your attitude now (on the positive side) to this foamy drink, and your summer will become not only fresh, but also a little under the shade :).

Arividerchi, friends!

PS. and you buy kvass in the summer, what kind?

With respect and gratitude, Dmitry Protasov.

Kvass is one of the most nutritious and healthy drinks. In ancient Egypt, back in the 6th century BC, they prepared a drink similar in composition to our modern kvass. Even then people understood the benefits of kvass, as they felt it on their health. But Russia is rightfully considered the birthplace of real homemade kvass. Old Russian chronicles testify that kvass was used everywhere in Kievan Rus. In Russia, bread kvass was an everyday drink, and its presence in any home was a symbol of well-being. The benefits of homemade kvass have long been known to people, and therefore this drink is actively used for the prevention and treatment of many ailments.

Varieties of homemade kvass, composition, useful properties and calorie content

This drink has long been given great importance, even then a special respected profession called "fermenter" appeared. Such specialists made a traditional Russian drink of various types:

• Sweet;
• Sour;
• Mint;
• Apple;
• Beet;
• raisin;
• White;
• Red;
• Okroshechny;
• Fragrant;
• Daily;
• Thick;
• Kvass cabbage soup.

Traditional Slavic kvass contains no more than 1.2% ethyl alcohol by volume; it is produced by incomplete alcoholic and lactic fermentation of the wort. According to the modern classification, bread kvass is included in the category “Historical, traditional, local beer”. And in Russia, homemade kvass is an independent national drink and has the following varieties:

• Fruit kvass;
• Berry kvass;
• Milk kvass;
• Okroshochny kvass.

The composition of this bread kvass includes the following useful substances:

• Water;
• Carbohydrates;
• Mono- and disaccharides;
• Alcohol;
• organic acids;
• Starch;
• Ash;
• Proteins;
• Alimentary fiber.

The benefits of kvass become obvious if you find out what valuable vitamins it contains:

• Vitamin PP;
• Vitamin E;
• Vitamin B1;
• Vitamin B2.

The most famous and widespread bread kvass is made from rye flour and malt. But do not confuse it with synthetic substitutes for kvass, kvass drinks, which include a solution of carbon dioxide, sweeteners and flavors.

Real bread kvass has a pleasant refreshing taste. It has a high energy value, quenches thirst due to the content of acids (lactic and acetic). The carbonic acid which is contained in kvass helps digestion of food, its absorption and raises appetite.

Homemade kvass involves the use of only natural products:

• Malt;
• Rye or barley bread;
• Raisins, dried apricots, etc. (as additives).

The calorie content of bread kvass per 100 g of the product is 27 kcal. Thus, there will never be any harm from kvass, and it is difficult to overestimate the benefits of kvass for a person.

The use of kvass

Real bread kvass is an excellent support for artificial vitamins and nutritional supplements. Bread kvass, made exclusively from natural products, can have the following effects:

• Strengthens the body with vitamins;
• Removes pustular skin diseases, thanks to yeast;
• Improves the functioning of the gastrointestinal tract;
• Brings relief in case of atherosclerosis of the arteries of the legs;
• Strengthens tooth enamel;
• Enhances potency.

Bread kvass has a beneficial effect on the cardiovascular system, and therefore is recommended for patients with such health disorders. The benefit of kvass is the property of stabilizing the metabolism in the body, and therefore it is very useful to use it for obesity, include it in the diet. Moreover, this applies not only to diets, the purpose of which is to lose weight, but also to therapeutic diets. In addition, the essential benefit of kvass, which consists in the regulation of metabolic processes in the body, is in debugging the activity of the gastrointestinal tract. Substances that are part of kvass (in the process of its fermentation) prevents the development of pathogens.

According to the effect on the body, bread kvass is similar to natural fermented milk products, and it can be used as a staple food. Since ancient times, bread kvass has been considered a good folk remedy in the fight against beriberi and scurvy, due to the content of important vitamins and microelements in it.

Thus, the use of kvass lies in its many properties:

1. Kvass quenches thirst and satiates during the hot season, stimulates vital activity, helps digestion of fatty and meat dishes, normalizes the balance of fluid and salts in the human body;

2. Kvass has a sufficient amount of vitamins and microelements. The formation of organic acids during fermentation in kvass can stimulate the acidity of the stomach. Therefore, the benefit of kvass is its effective use in atrophic gastritis;

3. Kvass contains enough vitamin C, and it is used as a cure for scurvy and exhaustion of the body;

4. In the process of fermentation, lactic acid and some other acids are formed, so kvass, like yogurt or kefir, kills the harmful flora in the intestines, and supports the beneficial one. The use of kvass is an excellent prevention of any intestinal disorders;

5. Kvass heals ulcers, strengthens tooth enamel. It is a preventive and dietary drink, therefore it promotes weight loss, reduces fatigue and stimulates efficiency.

Contraindications and harm to kvass

There are no harmful substances in real homemade and fresh kvass. There will be no harm from kvass made using the right technology. But since kvass is a product of fermentation, after a while it tends to turn sour.

In industrial production, bread kvass is pasteurized or preserved, and, as a result, the drink loses its beneficial properties. During pasteurization, bread kvass loses half of its useful qualities, and during preservation it also acquires harmful properties. It is in this case that harm from kvass is possible for the body.

The content of a small proportion of alcohol in bread kvass requires careful use. After drinking kvass, it is not recommended to immediately drive, it is better to wait an hour. It is not recommended to use homemade kvass for pregnant women and young children. The harm of kvass in this case is also associated with the presence of fermenting elements that can cause slight intoxication.

Kvass has potential harm when drinking this drink by people with certain diseases:

• Cirrhosis of the liver;
• Gastritis;
• Hypertension.

The conclusion from all of the above is as follows: you can drink fresh homemade kvass with pleasure. In addition to the fact that it is delicious, the body will receive significant benefits from kvass, but not harm. Excessive use of any product, as everyone knows, does not bring benefits. Therefore, with unlimited use, the harm from kvass is obvious.

It is difficult to overestimate the importance of fluid for the body. And if this liquid is rich in useful components, is able to improve the course of physiological processes, stimulate the immune system, its value increases several times. However, the benefits and harms of kvass can overlap depending on the individual characteristics of each organism.

What is this drink

Real kvass is a healthy drink that, despite its long history, must meet certain requirements. According to the requirements of GOST, the drink preparation technology is based on the processes of wort fermentation, and the presence of alcohol in the drink is normalized by the level of 1.2%. Drinks produced today with a strength exceeding this indicator, according to the rules, are subject to a change in the classic name.

Useful properties of kvass are formed due to the natural processes of making malt, and subsequently - wort.

Malt is obtained by wetting and germinating cereals, in particular barley. Rye, wheat, triticale, corn grains are also used. Enzymes formed during the germination of cereals are one of the valuable nutritional components of malt-based drinks.

From malt and flour, wort is brewed - a direct participant in kvass brewing.

Such classic recipes are used to produce a traditional Slavic drink. Today, there are technologies for making healthy kvass from rye crackers, to which odorous herbs, honey, raw materials from beets, some berries, and fruits can be added for smell. This allows you to use kvass for the preparation of healthy first cold dishes.

The chemical composition and calorie content of kvass

The stages of preparing healthy kvass involve many chemical reactions, during which biologically valuable substances necessary for normal life are obtained.

In addition to organoleptic properties, specific gravity, the chemical composition is important:

• free carbon dioxide;
• the total amount of acids;
• the presence of volatile acids;
• alcohol content;
• alimentary fiber;
• niacin (vitamin PP and B3);
• the amount of ash, protein bodies;
• sugars (mono- and dicarbohydrates);
• extract.

The calorie content of the drink is 27 kcal.

What is useful kvass

The benefits of homemade kvass are not only excellent thirst quenchers. The drink has a beneficial effect on the cardiovascular system, reduces the permeability of blood vessels, and stabilizes metabolic processes. The presence of amino acids and enzymes determines its antibacterial action.

Attention! Yeast fungi have a positive effect on the activity of the genitourinary system.

Useful B vitamins. They are involved in strengthening the nervous system, help to cope with depression. The drink is useful for cerebral circulation and normalization of vision. It is recommended for patients with atrophic changes in the cerebral nerves, for example, the ophthalmic.

Useful chemical elements that make up the liquid fermentation product (copper, iron, manganese and phosphorus) can heal organs and systems, give a person a boost of vigor, improve mood, and calm the nervous system.

By killing pathogenic microbes in the gastrointestinal tract, kvass improves digestion, promotes peristalsis, and normalizes beneficial microflora.

The presence of vitamin C allows the drink to be used for the prevention of beriberi, the treatment of scurvy, and the strengthening of immunity. Useful kvass promotes the growth and development of the body.

The benefits of kvass for women

Nature has entrusted the responsible and complex function of bearing and reproducing offspring to the female body. In order for a woman to be able to give birth to a healthy child, it is useful to drink kvass - a source of biologically valuable and useful substances, a participant in metabolic processes.

The presence of calcium will strengthen nails, bones and teeth. Vitamin B stimulates brain activity. Normalization of metabolism will allow you to maintain the desired weight, and energy activity - to fight increased fatigue, to be always "in shape".

The set of microelements included in the drink has a beneficial effect on the functioning of the genitourinary system, contributes to the normalization of bile formation, and prevents the formation of stones in the kidneys and gallbladder. Vitamin C strengthens the immune system, helps a woman cope with diseases.

Using healthy kvass in reasonable quantities, a woman has a positive attitude, better resists stressful situations.

The benefits of kvass for men

The male body also needs helpers such as kvass to maintain its health (provided that it is natural). Enriching the muscles with lactic acid, it supplies the necessary energy, increases efficiency.

There is also information regarding the strengthening of "male power". This is the merit of B vitamins - testosterone stimulants.

Activates useful kvass protective properties of the male body. This is the prevention of the incidence of viral infections during the season of epidemics and energy recharging at the time of fatigue.

The present chemical elements - selenium and zinc - help a man fight hair loss, get rid of "bad cholesterol", manage his emotions during vigorous activity.

The benefits of kvass for weight loss

Useful kvass is a reliable assistant for normalizing weight. On the one hand, it is not a high-calorie product. Its energy value is measured in the range of 27-30 kcal.

On the other hand, by normalizing metabolism and actively stimulating the processes of removing toxins from the body, it fights stagnant processes, promotes tissue renewal, and weight loss.

A weak diuretic effect will help get rid of excess fluid, and the beneficial dietary fibers contained will improve peristalsis. Drinking a glass of such a life-giving liquid, a person feels a desire to take action, which, in turn, leads to the consumption of energy accumulated in the form of body fat.

Can pregnant women drink kvass

Pregnant women, consuming products prepared on the basis of fermentation processes, can bring both benefit and harm to their body.

So, in the presence of diseases of the mucosa of the gastrointestinal tract, gastritis, ulcers, pancreatitis and other inflammations can worsen. Increased acidity of gastric contents will lead to the development of heartburn, a feeling of fullness in the abdominal cavity.

We should not forget about the possible processes of fermentation in the stomach and intestines.

If there is a tendency to form edema in the body of a pregnant woman, the use of excess fluid is also not indicated.

Important! It is generally inappropriate to consider unnatural kvass from the standpoint of its benefits. In addition, it is dangerous for the health of the expectant mother and baby.

Is it possible to give kvass to children

There are no contraindications for healthy children to use natural healthy kvass, but do not forget that it contains a small amount of alcohol. At what age can kvass be given to a child? Definitely from the age of 5. However, if you have chronic diseases, you need to consult a doctor.

The use of kvass in folk medicine

Based on biochemical properties, many traditional medicine recipes include kvass in their composition:

1. Compresses from a slightly warmed drink are useful for acne, hemorrhoids, pustular diseases of a bacterial nature.
2. A glass of healthy drink half an hour before meals is recommended to drink three times a day for bronchopulmonary pathologies, diseases of the urinary system.
3. 200 ml of a cool drink on an empty stomach is useful for vision problems, as well as atherosclerotic phenomena in the vessels and thrombophlebitis.
4. If you are worried about back pain, you can prepare the following compress based on useful kvass: mix it with 100 g of wine (preferably red), two tablespoons of vegetable oil and apple cider vinegar. Knead with flour until soft and apply to the sore spot.
5. For the treatment of endocrine problems: during the preparation of kvass, add 2-3 chestnuts to breadcrumbs. Insist and take a drink in a glass three times a day.

Important! Such prescriptions should be used after consultation with the doctor.

The use of kvass in cosmetology

The benefits of using kvass in caring for one's appearance are noted. A plus to improving the condition of hair, nails and skin through healing from the inside are various masks, rubbing, balms, tonics prepared with its use.

For facial skin

Freshly prepared kvass can be simply rubbed into the skin when:

• freckles and superficial age spots;
• flabbiness of the dermis, weakening of elasticity;
• numerous small wrinkles.

After applying a course of such rubbing, the skin becomes velvety, fresh, healthy. Improves its color and structure.

To prepare healthy masks, you can additionally use honey, yolk or egg white (depending on skin type).

For hair

With the help of kvass, you can successfully fight against:

• hair loss;
• dandruff;
• violations of the structure of the hair (for example, when dyeing).

When it is rubbed into the scalp, hair follicles are strengthened, irritation is removed from the skin, dandruff and itching go away.

A hair mask can be prepared from 50 ml of kvass, 2 tablespoons of mayonnaise and a few drops of lemon juice. Apply the mask for 20 minutes, wrap, then rinse with warm water.

Is it possible to drink kvass while driving

If you are going to get behind the wheel, it is better not to drink a healthy drink, since even those 1.2% of alcohol will be enough for the traffic police inspector to convict the driver of drinking alcohol.

Is store-bought kvass useful?

The benefits of purchased kvass can be regarded in two ways. If the manufacturer observes the classical technologies for its preparation, such a drink has beneficial nutritional properties and biological activity.

Attention! When the goal is to increase its shelf life, the addition of preservatives degrades the original characteristics and makes the product just a tasty liquid, but not healthy.

The drink sold in bottles is pasteurized to avoid early spoilage. The term of its implementation is 17-21 days, and with cold sterilization - from 10 to 30 days. Pasteurization and sterilization ensure the microbiological safety of the drink, but destroy a number of useful components.

The benefits of draft kvass may be greater, since the drink contained in the tanks is not intended for long-term storage. Its implementation should be carried out within two days and no more.

This method of storing the finished drink has its drawbacks. Mucus-forming bacteria that develop on the inner surface of the barrel, hoses, taps, make kvass highly viscous, give it a dense atypical texture. You can't drink it.

In addition, souring occurs due to the appearance of acetic acid bacteria. You can eliminate the effects of natural spoilage by using special disinfectants.

The benefits of bread kvass

Among the varieties of a healthy product, you can find fruit and berry, beet, oat drinks, but it is the grain origin that is traditional.

This is one of the most useful options for such a drink - a source of enzymes, vitamins and trace elements. Contains dietary fiber and sugar. The drink is rich in protein bodies and free carbon dioxide.

Recipes for homemade bread kvass

Any housewife has a recipe for making delicious and healthy homemade kvass. It can be a yeast, yeast-free, fruit, rye, vegetable option, which is prepared depending on personal preferences.

Classic recipe for kvass without yeast

Cooking algorithm:

1. Cut the bread into slices (not thicker than 2-4 cm).
2. Dry in the oven.
3. Put crackers in a container and pour boiling water.
4. Add 50 g of sugar.
5. Add raisins to the wort cooked and cooled to room temperature and let it brew for a day.
6. After filtering, you can use kvass.

Kvass with yeast

How to make a healthy drink:

1. Heat half a cup of sugar over high heat until it is completely caramelized.
2. Pour into prepared water and stir.
3. Dissolve 25 g of fresh yeast in water, add sugar and let it bloom, then add flour. This is a dough that should be kept in a warm place for one hour.
4. The dough should be combined with sliced ​​​​bread or crackers, previously placed in a three-liter jar of water, let stand for 10 hours.
5. Squeeze out the thick sediment and drain the drink into storage containers.

Kvass from rye bread

You can prepare a healthy drink at home and without sourdough. To do this, you can buy ready-made kvass dry mix and follow these steps:

1. Cut a loaf of rye bread into pieces and put them in a 3-liter jar (fill no more than a third).
2. Pour a pack of dry mixture and 2-3 tablespoons of sugar, pour water.
3. Cover with gauze and leave the drink for 24-48 hours.
4. As the healthy drink is ready, add a few raisins to give a piquant taste to the soda.

Kvass from crackers

The previous recipe for healthy kvass can be used to make a drink from crackers - pre-dried pieces of rye bread.

Useful kvass from crackers is prepared with the addition of dough. For this:

1. Pour crackers into a 0.5-liter jar, add 1 tablespoon of sugar and pour boiling water. When the contents have cooled, add dry yeast and mix thoroughly. Leave the starter alone for 3 days.
2. Pour the starter into a three-liter jar, fill a third with breadcrumbs prepared in advance from rye bread. Add sugar to taste, leave a healthy drink for a day.

Contraindications and harm to kvass

With all the benefits of the drink, there are negative consequences from its use. Do not get involved in people with high acidity of gastric juice. Fermentation products trigger additional mechanisms for its production, as a result of which a “burning” effect is exerted on the mucous membrane. As a result, gastritis may become aggravated, prerequisites for peptic ulcer may be created.

It will do more harm than good for patients with urolithiasis, as well as those suffering from cirrhosis of the liver.

Especially a lot of harm from the use of an unnatural drink, to give taste and smell to which artificial flavors, additives and preservatives are used. Such a drink is a potential cause of allergies, intestinal diseases, poisoning and intoxication.

Conclusion

The benefits and harms of kvass go almost "hand in hand". Having diseases of the internal organs, it is better to consult a doctor about the advisability of drinking a drink. For those who are shown such a healthy drink, this is a real source of health, cheerfulness, positive.

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Pregnancy affects many aspects of a woman's life, including nutrition. And not only the foods that she consumes, but also the drinks are of great importance. If everything is clear with coffee, soda, alcohol, then there are often doubts about kvass. How is this fragrant drink useful or, conversely, harmful for the expectant mother? How to use and choose it correctly?

The chemical composition of the drink

Kvass is a very ancient drink, which is a product of fermentation. Initially, it was made on the basis of cereals, and only later fruits, honey, and spices were added to it.

Kvass received the greatest distribution and general popularity in Russia (the very name of the drink is of Russian origin, and the etymology is associated with the word "sour"). For the first time, it is mentioned in the annals in connection with the baptism of Russia, when, at the direction of Prince Vladimir, honey, other food and kvass were distributed to the people. By the 11th century, the aromatic drink was already being prepared everywhere. Kvass received the greatest popularity in Russia

The profession of a fermenter in the old days in Russia was very common. Everyone specialized in making a certain type of drink: from barley, apples, pears, etc. Moreover, kvass in the old days was made both low-alcohol and quite strong (it’s not for nothing that the Russian language has the verb “sour” with a well-known meaning). The relevance of the latter was lost with the advent of vodka.

The chemical composition of modern bread kvass is quite complex and includes, first of all, the initial components of whole grains:

1. Proteins and carbohydrates (respectively, 0.2 g and 5.2 g per 100 g). A pregnant woman in the first trimester needs 110 g of protein and 350 g of carbohydrates per day (in the future, this need increases to 2900 kcal). Thus, from one glass of drink (250 g) of drink, she will receive 0.45% of the daily requirement of proteins and 3.75% of carbohydrates. Moreover, proteins obtained from kvass contain several essential amino acids.
2. Vitamins B1, B2, E, PP.
3. Minerals: especially a lot of calcium and phosphorus, potassium and sulfur. Also present are zinc and iodine, manganese and copper, silicon and boron, molybdenum and other elements.
4. Polysaccharides.
5. Enzymes formed during the fermentation of the drink.
6. Lactic acid, carbonic acid.
7. Ethyl alcohol (0.3–1.5% by volume).

Table: percentage of the daily requirement for vitamins for a pregnant woman in a glass of kvass

Interestingly, whole grains of cereals contain substances that prevent the formation of enzymes (they are called inhibitors). In the production of kvass, when grains are filled with water, inhibitors are destroyed, due to which enzymes contribute to the additional synthesis of B vitamins. In addition, enzymes and lactobacilli in the drink destroy phytic acid: it binds phosphorus in cereals and prevents it from being absorbed human body.

The calorie content of kvass is 27 kcal per 100 g of drink. The daily norm for a pregnant woman is approximately 2550 kcal (in the first trimester, as the period increases, energy costs increase). Thus, after drinking a glass of kvass, the expectant mother will receive 1% of the daily amount of kilocalories she needs.

Video: kvass - a primordially Russian drink (TV program of Elena Malysheva "Live great!")

The benefits of kvass during pregnancy

Bread kvass, containing a lot of useful substances, will certainly benefit a pregnant woman:

1. Vitamins and minerals are essential for the proper development of the fetus. B vitamins have a beneficial effect on the condition of the skin, hair and nails of the expectant mother. Together with magnesium, they calm her nervous system, improve her mood. Vitamin C improves immunity, strengthens the walls of blood vessels, helps to alleviate well-being with toxicosis. Vitamin PP dissolves bad cholesterol in the blood.
2. Due to the content of enzymes, kvass helps maintain normal intestinal microflora: eliminates mild dysbacteriosis, has a slight laxative effect (and many women "in position" have problems with stools).
3. Potassium and magnesium help the heart muscle work.
4. Calcium strengthens bones and tooth enamel (which often becomes weak during pregnancy).
5. Kvass perfectly quenches thirst and tones. This is especially true if pregnancy occurs during the hot summer months.
6. Carbohydrates in the composition of the drink give women strength and energy.

Even in the old days in Russia, people noticed that kvass increases efficiency, relieves fatigue. They drank it both old and young, representatives of all classes. The peasants, who worked all day in the field, took with them not milk and curdled milk, but kvass.

Possible harm from the use of kvass for a pregnant woman and baby

With all the benefits of kvass during pregnancy, it can also bring harm:

1. Excessive consumption of the drink provokes increased gas formation. After all, kvass is a product of fermentation, and the same process starts in the intestines. In addition, heartburn occurs. Moreover, these phenomena are especially likely in the first trimester of pregnancy: the mother's body during this period is very sensitive to all changes, as it adapts to the existence of a new life in it.
2. In the vicinity of the intestines, full gas, the uterus can increase its tone, which is fraught with miscarriage in the early stages or premature birth at a later date.
3. We must not forget that alcohol is still present in kvass (albeit in a negligible dose). And if the expectant mother in the first trimester is too fond of a foamy drink, then the risk that it will somehow affect the development of the baby cannot be completely ruled out.
4. With a drink, you need to be careful in the later stages. The main reason for this is edema, which some pregnant women suffer from. Kvass containing gases can provoke them.
5. Kvass tends to stimulate appetite, and often drinking a drink, a woman can easily gain extra pounds.

Photo gallery: potential harm to kvass during pregnancy

Kvass can cause heartburn in a future mother The drink can cause increased gas formation and bloating, especially in the first trimester Drinking kvass in the second half of pregnancy can provoke edema Due to the proximity to the intestines filled with gases, the uterus can tone up

Contraindications to the use of bread kvass

There are a number of conditions in which kvass should not be included in the diet of a pregnant woman:

1. Diseases of the gastrointestinal tract, accompanied by high acidity (drinking a drink will only aggravate the situation, since it creates an additional acidic environment).
2. Tendency to diarrhea, flatulence.
3. Diseases of the urinary system. Kvass is able to retain fluid in the body: in case of violation of the pathology of the kidneys, they will not be able to cope with the increased load.
4. Preeclampsia.
5. Already fixed uterine tone.
6. Overweight woman.

How to use kvass for pregnant women

If the expectant mother does not have obvious contraindications to the use of kvass, then doctors do not prohibit drinking it. However, there are some nuances here.

You can safely enjoy the drink in the second trimester. Indeed, by this time all the vital organs of the fetus have already been formed, and the female body has adapted to its position (in medicine, this period of pregnancy is also called the “period of calm”). However, kvass should be consumed within reasonable limits: the daily dose should not exceed two glasses.
The safest period for using kvass is the second trimester of pregnancy

Any undesirable reaction is a reason to refuse kvass. In addition, you should not try this drink for the first time during pregnancy: this is not the time for experiments.

In the first and third trimesters, if a woman feels a great desire, she can quench her thirst with kvass only occasionally and in very small quantities (for example, drink a glass a couple of times a week).

During toxicosis in the early stages, the pleasant sourness of the drink helps some to cope with nausea. In this case, a few sips will be enough for the expectant mother to cheer up.

In order not to provoke too rapid weight gain, a pregnant woman should choose not very sweet kvass. In addition, you should drink it carefully so as not to chill your throat.

You can use kvass during pregnancy not only in its pure form, but also as part of okroshka - a tasty and healthy dish. It satisfies both thirst and hunger at the same time. Of the many existing recipes, the expectant mother should choose options with boiled meat (rather than sausage), and also avoid greenhouse vegetables.
A pregnant woman can also use kvass as part of okroshka

Why can a pregnant woman be drawn to kvass

Sometimes a pregnant woman may develop cravings for certain foods or drinks. Often this is not at all accidental: the body thus signals a lack of any nutrients. So, if the expectant mother really wants kvass, then, most likely, she simply does not have enough B or E vitamins. In this case, in consultation with your doctor, you should add more other sources of these nutrients to your daily menu: whole grain bread, nuts, buckwheat, legumes, eggs. Stocks of vitamin E will be filled with butter and vegetable oil, green leafy vegetables, broccoli, Brussels sprouts, etc.
It is possible to make up for the deficiency of vitamins contained in kvass with other products.

Which kvass to choose for a pregnant woman

Not every type of kvass can benefit a pregnant woman:

1. Bochkova. Absolutely not suitable for an expectant mother. Very often, sellers of draft kvass violate the sanitary standards for storing and transporting the drink: and this is fraught with food poisoning and the ingress of infectious agents into the body.
2. In bottles from the store. Bottled purchased kvass is most often not completely natural (it is enough to estimate the expiration date on the package - with natural fermentation, it simply cannot be long). As part of it, you can find dyes, flavors, preservatives, etc. (in fact, this is no longer kvass, but a kvass drink - lemonade with the appropriate taste and aroma). Often it is highly carbonated. Such a product is also harmful to a pregnant woman: it can cause allergies and problems with the gastrointestinal tract. If a woman really wants shop kvass, then it should contain only malt (rye or barley), water, sugar, baker's yeast. But it must be remembered that even such a product often contains too much sugar, which, of course, is undesirable.
3. Homemade kvass of own preparation. This is the best option for a future mother. She will be sure of the quality of the components, the method of production, the storage conditions of the product. In addition, there is always the opportunity to adjust the sweetness and strength of the drink.

Photo gallery: the safety of various types of kvass for a future mother

There is a very large selection of kvass in stores, but often it contains flavorings and preservatives A woman can be sure that homemade kvass is safe When storing and transporting draft kvass, sanitary standards are often violated

Homemade kvass recipe for a future mother

A simple kvass recipe can be mastered by any woman.

Previously, in Russia, every hostess knew her own “signature” recipe for a foamy drink. You could often hear such names as “Daryin kvass”, “Malanin kvass”, etc. And the process of its preparation became a real holiday in the family. The stewed, sweetish-tasting grain, which was used in the creation of the drink, replaced sweets for the children.

Recipe with yeast

Ingredients:

1. 300 g of black bread.
2. 100 g sugar.
3. 2.5 liters of water.
4. 6 g dry yeast.

Cooking:

1. Cut the bread into small cubes and brown in the oven until a golden crust appears (they do not need to be overcooked so that the kvass does not acquire a bitter aftertaste).
2. To boil water.
3. Place the resulting croutons in a three-liter jar, add sugar and pour boiling water. Leave the composition to cool.
4. Dilute dry yeast in a glass of warm water. When the composition in the jar has cooled to room temperature, add diluted yeast there.
5. Place the jar of drink in a dark place for two days.
6. Strain the finished kvass.

Recipe without yeast

Ingredients:

1. 500 g black bread.
2. 300 g sugar.
3. 5 liters of water.
4. 50 g raisins.

Cooking:

1. Bread cut into pieces and dry in the oven.
2. Pour crackers and 250 g of sugar into a container. Add boiled water to it.
3. Cool the resulting wort to room temperature, pour raisins into it and mix.
4. Cover the composition with gauze and place in a dark place for fermentation.
5. After a couple of days, strain the kvass, add the remaining 50 g of sugar and raisins. After about 10 hours, the drink can be tasted.

Keep homemade kvass should be no more than five days. If the drink has acquired an unpleasant odor or a suspicious color, it is better to refuse to use it: poisoning is too big a risk for the expectant mother and baby. The signs of stale kvass also include the presence of sediment, turbidity and a bitter taste.

Video: how to make kvass

In the video, the refectory of the Moscow Vysokopetrovsky Monastery, novice Georgy, shares a homemade drink recipe