The effect of kvass on the body

The benefits of this wonderful drink were known even in Ancient Egypt; the analogue of modern kvass was very popular due to its miraculous properties. But nevertheless, Russia is rightfully considered the birthplace of bread kvass, in Kievan Rus it was used everywhere and every day, its presence in the house was considered a symbol of health and well-being. There are several types of this drink today, it can be sweet or sour, prepared on the basis of berries, fruits, but the most famous and relevant in hot weather was and remains the traditional kvass made from rye or barley flour and malt product.

The benefits of kvass

Bread kvass is a famous Slavic drink, which is known for its incredibly pleasant taste and aroma, as well as its ability to maintain human health at a high level due to its unique chemical content, because it is a real storehouse of vitamins, amino acids, enzymes and trace elements. For example, calcium strengthens teeth, and magnesium provides the body with growth and development, which is why experts recommend drinking kvass in case of vitamin deficiency. A variety of minerals such as copper, iron, phosphorus and manganese contribute to the timely and correct digestion and absorption of food. In addition, when prepared at home, the drink becomes completely natural, does not contain flavors, dyes and other additives that are found in almost all factory juices or carbonated drinks.

What other useful properties are inherent in bread kvass?

• positively affects the functioning of the gastrointestinal tract, cope with increased gas production, heaviness;
• prevents the growth of pathogenic bacteria;
• improves metabolism;
• strengthens the heart and blood vessels;
• helps to strengthen the immune system;
• acts as an antiseptic in the oral cavity, strengthens tooth enamel, heals wounds;
• relieves fatigue and mental stress;
• kvass contains vitamin C, which is necessary for hypertensive patients for a kind of cleaning of blood vessels and removal of cholesterol;
• will be useful for diabetics;
• kvass drink is a universal remedy for the beauty of skin and hair.

It seems incredible, but so familiar to us drink can be invaluable if prepared correctly and consumed regularly, perhaps this is the easiest way to treat and prevent a number of ailments. In addition, kvass has the ability to enhance metabolism, so it can be consumed even during a diet, it is not for nothing that drinking based on flour and malt was the basis during fasting.

Kvass is used not only for drinking, but also as a unique means of rejuvenation. To improve the condition of the skin, compresses are made from the drink and rubbed with chilled kvass. There are recipes for wrinkles, masks to strengthen hair and nails, and even kvass baths for general tone.

The harm of kvass

It is so nice to drink a mug or two of refreshing kvass on a hot summer day, but people who are seriously interested in their health often wonder if this drink can often be consumed. Doctors answer unequivocally - for those who do not experience problems with high acidity, pancreas or intestines, and also do not have individual intolerance to cereals and yeast, you can and should drink kvass at any time of the year. Drivers who are nursing mothers should not experiment with the use of a homemade drink with caution, and children should not be experimented with. But all this refers to a home product, but what about factory products and kvass in barrels, which is sold on almost every corner in the summer?

Not everyone has the opportunity to make kvass at home, on the run we often buy a draft drink from barrels and kegs, in this case the question arises about its useful properties and "liveliness". If the product is concentrated, it will be significantly inferior in its taste. Before purchasing, be sure to check the availability of all documents and ask how and from what the drink is made, whether the container is often washed.

Bottled kvass can be very conditionally called such, but in any case, when purchasing it in stores, please note:

• good and high-quality kvass can be slightly cloudy and sediment at the bottom;
• as a rule, its shelf life is short - about 3 days;
• give preference to a product without artificial additives;
• the drink must be made by fermentation, look for information on this on the label.

Is there alcohol in kvass

Speaking about the presence of a certain alcohol content in kvass, you need to understand what is the peculiarity of its preparation. Under the concept of kvass, several types of drinks with different strengths and different amounts of ethyl alcohol are combined, it all depends on the specific recipe and the ingredients added, because drinks are produced on an industrial scale not only with wort content, but even vodka, then the output turns out low alcohol kvass drink.

If we are talking about exclusively homemade versions of kvass, then the technology for its preparation is based on lactic acid fermentation, the combination of malt, sugar and water also produces a small amount of ethyl alcohol, in percentage terms it is 0.6-2.6%. If yeast was added to the main components, the strength of the drink increases accordingly, because homemade beer is prepared in about the same way, only with a lot of yeast. For flavor, you can put fruits and berries in the drink, this will also affect the alcohol content, you can measure it using a special device.

If you wish, you can create an original kvass based on vegetable juices (radish or beetroot), it will be completely alcohol-free.

Kvass during pregnancy

It is generally accepted that because of the low alcohol content, kvass should not be drunk by women who are awaiting replenishment in the family. And this is true when it comes to packaged or bottled drink from the store. Homemade is quite another matter aromatic drink made with love and exclusively from natural ingredients. In this case, you can and should drink kvass, but with one caveat - do not abuse, one or two glasses a day is enough to get all the necessary vitamins and minerals for mom and baby, for example, vitamin B is simply indispensable for the proper development of the baby.

Kvass for children

Kvass, made in factories and plants, contains a large amount of artificial additives, such a product will definitely not benefit the child, but only harm. A healthy person is allowed to drink homemade kvass in any quantity, but a fragile child's body is another matter. Doctors, when asked whether it is possible for a child to be given kvass, answer that a baby who has crossed the line of 3 years can be given a taste of the drink in very moderate quantities. Such caution is explained by two factors - the presence of alcohol, albeit in small doses, and the peculiarities of the preparation of kvass, because it is a fermentation product, and after such a drink, children may experience discomfort in the stomach and flatulence.

Contraindications for kvass

Despite the beneficial effect that kvass has on maintaining strength and health, every product has a number of contraindications:

• Negative consequences await, first of all, those who suffer from serious diseases of the stomach, for example, an acute or chronic ulcer, and all because of the lactic and fruit acids contained in kvass. Drinking a bread drink will cause heaviness and heartburn even in people in the convalescent stage.
• Specialists do not recommend kvass for patients with oncology.
• In diseases of the bladder, fermentation can cause colitis and enteritis.
• Caution should be taken with the drink for women during breastfeeding and babies.