Kefir is the first thing people think about when talking about losing weight. Famous nutritionists around the world do not stop talking about the many amazing properties of this drink, about which many books have been written. On its basis, many systems for weight loss have been developed. It is believed that this is the main secret of the longevity of the highlanders. It is also on the list of the most wholesome drinks in the world.
However, to achieve maximum results, it is necessary to combine it with other products. For example, kefir with garlic. A very useful cocktail for weight loss, and for the overall improvement of the body.
What is useful kefir
Kefir is unique in that at a low calorie content (only 40 kcal per 100 grams) it has high nutritional value. With its help, in the process of losing weight, a calorie deficit is created and the body begins to use stored fat faster.
Its high nutritional value is due to the content of easily digestible proteins, so you can eat kefir before bedtime. It is a good source of vitamins and minerals. Especially kefir is rich in calcium, phosphorus and vitamin B. All this positively affects the general condition of a person and his immune system.
Kefir is rich in lactobacilli, which restore the intestinal microflora, help it better cope with the digestion process. In addition, metabolism improves and weight normalizes naturally. Lactic acid bacteria help in the absorption of dietary fiber of vegetables and fruits, which form the basis for weight loss.
Kefir has a small diuretic effect, which will help eliminate edema and normalize blood pressure. It also acts as a mild sedative, helps to fall asleep faster and stronger, relaxes and soothes.
What is useful garlic
Recently, scientists have become interested in the properties of garlic, due to which weight loss occurs, and conducted research. Particular success in this matter was achieved by scientists from the Wiseman Institute in Israel. It turns out that the substance contained in garlic - allicin - has a unique ability to reduce appetite in a natural way. Once in the body, it sends signals to the brain about the onset of a feeling of satiety.
Garlic is also able to stimulate the nervous system, resulting in the release of the hormone adrenaline, which speeds up metabolism. As a result, calories burn out faster and excess weight goes away.
In addition, garlic regulates the level of blood pressure in the body, eliminates allergies, and cleanses blood vessels of cholesterol plaques.
With a powerful detox effect, garlic removes toxins from the body. Also, when using this product, a small diuretic effect is observed.
He also perfectly eliminates the parasites living in our intestines. Just from worms. After all, it is these disgusting creatures that are often responsible for excessive appetite, respectively, and extra pounds. Therefore, getting rid of parasites, immediately begin to leave and kilograms.
The history of the drink
The idea to combine kefir with garlic came to us from sunny Bulgaria. Of course, this was not done for weight loss. For a long time there was a tradition there to add spicy seasonings to fermented milk products: yogurt, yogurt. This mixture was used to make sauces, dressings and other Mediterranean dishes. Later they noticed that such a drink has a very positive effect on the state of the body, healing it.
Beverage Recipes
The simplest recipe for kefir with garlic is to add a small clove of garlic into a glass of kefir in a volume of 200-250 ml. You can grind it with a knife or grater. Or skip through a garlic squeezer.
A very unusual taste is obtained with kefir with garlic and herbs. To do this, simply add a pinch of finely chopped dill, basil or parsley to the main ingredients. What exactly depends on your taste and preferences.
Spicy sauce
From yogurt with garlic you can cook a delicious spicy sauce, which is perfect for meat and fish dishes.
You will need:
- kefir - 100 ml;
- cottage cheese - 100 g;
- garlic - 2-5 cloves (depends on how hot sauce you want to cook);
- finely chopped greens to taste;
- salt.
Mix all the ingredients together to obtain a uniform consistency. Salt is strong enough, but in moderation, so that the salt is felt, but there is no desire to spit out the finished product.
Let the sauce brew for 20 minutes, so that the kefir and cottage cheese are saturated with the taste and aroma of spices.
The benefits of the drink
Separately, garlic and kefir are very useful. But together they will bring much more benefit, complementing each other. Especially if you take a drink before bedtime, instead of dinner.
- Both of these products affect digestion and metabolism, accelerating it. Therefore, the regular use of a garlic-kefir drink will have a positive effect on the figure.
- It will also help get rid of morning edema and improve bowel function.
- The ability of a drink to cleanse the body will help boost immunity.
- Kefir with garlic is a light and at the same time nutritious product. It will give the necessary feeling of satiety before bedtime and at the same time it will not overload the body. Accordingly, the dream will be strong, because the body will be able to fully relax.
Contraindications
Kefir with garlic for the night, at least separately, even together - this is not just food. And it has an effect on the body. In which cases you need to be careful:
- tendency to cardiovascular disease;
- gastritis, stomach ulcer or duodenal ulcer;
- disturbances in the work of the liver or kidneys.
Therefore, before you start taking the garlic-kefir drink on an ongoing basis, you should consult your doctor. If this is not possible, carefully monitor your condition and well-being. At the slightest suspicion of worsening, it is better not to risk it and stop drinking the drink.
How to get rid of the smell of garlic
In general, allicin - a substance that causes a specific aroma - binding to milk proteins does not produce a "smelling" effect, but if you decide to play it safe, the following tips will help:
- You can chew basil leaves, dill or parsley, which contain essential oils that effectively break down garlic volatile compounds and eliminate aroma;
- fruits and berries with a high content of acidic enzymes: apples, citrus fruits, cranberries, sour grapes;
- coffee or cardamom grains well neutralize unwanted amber due to the action of their no less odorous ether compounds.