Kvass during pregnancy

Pregnancy greatly changes the taste preferences. Products that the woman was previously indifferent to or did not like, become desirable. In the summer heat it is difficult to deny yourself the desire to drink cooling kvass.

Thanks to the fermentation process, useful bacteria are formed in kvass, which have a beneficial effect on the digestive system, heart function and normalizing metabolic processes. In addition to the benefits for the body, the drink is pleasant to taste and perfectly quenches thirst. Women are afraid to drink kvass during pregnancy because of the content of 1.2% alcohol in it. Please note that lactic acid bacteria respond to fermentation, as in fermented milk products, and not alcohol-fermenting, as in beer. It is also important to take into account the quantity, quality of the product and the individual characteristics of the organism.

Bottled kvass or from a barrel - cause doubts at the expense of naturalness and utility. It is especially frightening to purchase kvass for bottling from small cisterns, the cranes of which are not handled properly. Apparatus for pumping a drink into barrels often serve as a breeding ground for pathogens. Drink kvass during pregnancy from bottles, too, is not worth it, since it often contains preservatives, dyes, sweeteners, negatively affecting the health of the mother and baby. Preference should be given to kvas from stationary points, and even better to make a drink yourself.

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Whether it is possible kvass at pregnancy?

The microorganisms present in the kvass strengthen the immune system, which is necessary while waiting for the baby. Kvass invigorates, energizes, improves mood, so the sharp change in mood of the future mother, who prefers this drink, is not threatened. Live kvass bacteria penetrate into the stomach, as well as the intestines, which helps to restore the microflora.

The useful properties of kvass include: 

• strengthening of tooth enamel; 
• removal of fatigue; 
• strengthening of hair, nails, improvement of skin condition; 
• the content of vitamins B1, E, C, PP and amino acids.

Vitamin B helps in the normal formation and development of the fetus, improves the well-being of the pregnant woman. Vitamin E - activates the formation of progesterone, which contributes to the preservation of pregnancy. Vitamin C facilitates the course of toxicosis, relieves stretch marks and bruises. Vitamin PP participates in the formation of the nervous system, muscle tissue, lowers the level of cholesterol in the blood.

The drink is able to retain fluid in the body, so some pregnant women feel puffiness of the legs after consuming kvass. The percentage of alcohol in it is so small that it rejects all doubts as to whether kvas is possible during pregnancy. It is best to prepare a refreshing drink yourself, to guess with a fortress and be confident about the naturalness of its constituent components.

If you can not resist the store analogue, you should evaluate the product before use: 

• should be alerted: a sharp smell of yeast, unnatural coloring; 
• pay attention to the very point of the beverage spill and its compliance with sanitary and hygienic standards; 
• product in a plastic container is more often than artificial preparation; 
• the presence of an acid-bitter taste is not natural for natural kvass; 
• Read the label for preservatives and colorants.

It is believed that kvass during pregnancy affects the weight state. This is nothing more than a myth. Yeast in a drink is only a stimulant of appetite and can not add extra pounds. Of course, if you do not follow the amount of food intake and the kvass itself, then you can blame the weight gain on the tonic drink for weight gain.

Homemade kvass in pregnancy

Useful, not containing alcohol and all kinds of additives, is kvass, manufactured independently at home. But his doctors recommend drinking no more than one or two glasses per day.

It should be remembered that home kvass during pregnancy has a mild laxative effect and is indicated as a treatment or prevention of constipation.

From kvass it is necessary to refuse in case of the raised gas formation in an intestine. In addition to unpleasant sensations in the abdomen, flatulence stimulates peristalsis and increases the uterine tone. Kvass during pregnancy is prohibited in pathologies of fetal development, in case of possible spontaneous abortion.

Okroshka on kvass during pregnancy

Kvass was revered by our ancestors, and on its basis were prepared beetroot, tuori and, of course, okroshka. Okroshka is a dietary dish and is indispensable for those who want to lose weight. Most of the components of a tasty and healthy dish are of vegetable origin, which makes it rich in fiber, vitamins, phosphorus, carotene, etc. Lemon, malic acid, included in the okroshka, contribute to the process of digestion and assimilation of food.

In okroshka include meat or fish, but you can cook a purely vegetable dish. To reduce caloric intake, use only egg white, take poultry or ham, and sour cream is replaced with fat-free yogurt / yogurt.

Okroshka on kvass during pregnancy is not only allowed, but also necessary if there are no special dietary requirements. Some pregnant women note that a plate of okroshka relieves morning toxemia. This is due to the acidic components of the dish - kvass, kefir, lemon juice. Okroshka increases appetite, which is indispensable in the summer heat, when a "piece in the throat does not climb," and is also a full-fledged food. Do not prepare a dish with mushrooms that can be dangerous. And, of course, use homemade fragrant kvass for cooking okroshki.

The recipe for classic okroshki: 

• boiled meat - 400gr; 
• eggs - 4 pieces; 
• potatoes - 4 pieces; 
• fresh cucumber - 3 pieces; 
• radish - 250gr; 
• greens - dill / parsley / green onions; 
• salt, pepper - according to your taste; 
• kvass bread - 1 liter.

Potatoes (cook better in a uniform), eggs cleaned and crushed with cubes / straws. Cut the cucumbers, radish, meat in equal size slices. Mix everything, add greens, lemon juice, yogurt / kefir / sour cream, spices and pour kvass.

Doctors say that if a woman loved kvass before conception and did not feel any discomfort after drinking, then she can safely drink kvass during pregnancy. If a woman was indifferent to kvas, do not start drinking it during the gestation process.