TOP 3 foods to improve digestion

Beets, oatmeal and fermented baked milk will help to cope with troubles. Which of these foods is the healthiest? How to use them correctly to restore and improve bowel function? And which of them can be prepared to surprise and delight both children and adults?

BEET

How is it useful?

Olga Bezuglaya, nutritionist: “Beetroot contains a huge amount of useful vitamins, trace elements and amino acids. It is even called a panicle for the body, as it effectively removes toxins, toxins and bad cholesterol. The use of this vegetable improves digestion, strengthens the cardiovascular system. Thanks to vitamin B and iron, beets help in the treatment of anemia, and due to zinc and phosphorus, it strengthens the skeletal system. In addition, it is a source of iodine, therefore it is indispensable for problems with the thyroid gland. Also, this vegetable is a natural antidepressant and has a mild laxative effect on the gastrointestinal tract. In addition, beets contain betaine, an antioxidant that cleanses the body of harmful substances. "

What to cook?

Salad "Whisk"

Alexia May, nutritional specialist, nutritionist:

"Whisk" salad is perfect for cleansing the intestines and losing weight. It can help you shed a few extra pounds, lower cholesterol levels, and improve your mood and energy levels. Take in equal proportions raw beets, carrots and cabbage (200 g each). Grate or finely chop all vegetables. Season with lemon juice and 1 tbsp. a spoonful of vegetable oil. Divide into 3 servings. Eat during the day. "

Useful advice

Marina Iskra and Dmitry Chistyakov, Heads of Kitchen Tips:

“If you want to quickly boil beets, put them in boiling water without covering the pot with a lid. The water should completely cover the roots. After 20 minutes, drain the boiling water and place under ice water for 10 minutes. The temperature difference quickly brings the beets to readiness. Another delicious and quick way to cook beets – bake in the microwave or oven at 200 degrees, placing in a baking bag. It will also take 20 minutes. "

OATMEAL

How is it useful?

Boris Skachko, nutritionist:

«This wonderful product, thanks to vitamins, minerals, fiber, antioxidants that make up its composition, helps not only improve digestion and speed up metabolism, but also reduce cholesterol and sugar levels in blood. Oatmeal contains complete proteins that are easy to digest, and in terms of carbohydrate content, it is equal to buckwheat, so it can be consumed even with diabetes. Oatmeal also activates the brain, strengthens the nervous system, normalizes the functioning of the kidneys and liver, prevents thyroid problems, improves health and slows down the aging process. At the same time, oatmeal is a fairly high-calorie product. In order not to gain weight, it is necessary to combine foods correctly: oatmeal can be eaten at any meal, but not every day. Single serving - up to 4 tablespoons. In order for the porridge to be better absorbed, it needs to be boiled in water with the addition of spices, herbs, as well as fruits and vegetables, then it will become more useful for health. But it is not recommended to use it together with milk and proteins, so as not to provoke putrefaction and intestinal dysbiosis. "

What to cook?

"Curd with oatmeal"

Igor Bragin, President of the Kiev Association of Chefs:

«Not all babies love the oatmeal served for breakfast. To make children like her, there is one secret: to disguise the product. For a healthy and nutritious breakfast, take 1 tbsp. a spoonful of oatmeal and beat in a coffee grinder or blender into flour. For taste, you can pre-fry the oatmeal in butter. Then take cottage cheese, add oatmeal and honey to it, mix. Top with fresh fruit».

Useful advice

Alexander Lukyanenko, host of the Useful Program:

“To choose a healthy product, it is worth understanding the intricacies of cooking this porridge. Depending on the degree of processing of the grain, oatmeal may appear in the form of cereals or flakes. Non-crushed oat groats are oats that undergo the least mechanical and temperature influence. Such porridge retains all the nutrients of the grain, but its preparation takes a long time: first, the grain is soaked for 5 hours, and then it is boiled for another 2 hours. Crushed oat groats are oats that are separated from the shell and flattened. Thanks to this, the porridge tastes more tender, does not require pre-soaking and cooks in 40 minutes. Oat flakes are of two types - "Hercules" and "Extra". They are obtained by grinding, flattening and treating refined oats with steam. "Hercules" is boiled for 15 minutes, and it is enough to pour boiling water over the "Extra" flakes and leave for 2-3 minutes. True, there is less benefit in such porridge than in Hercules or cereal. "

RYAZHENKA

How is it useful?

Boris Skachko, nutritionist: “Regular consumption of fermented baked milk quickly saturates and energizes. This drink improves digestion, has a positive effect on the stomach, stimulates the secretion of bile, actively fights against pathogenic microorganisms, and also improves the condition of the muscular system, mucous membrane and skin. One glass of fermented baked milk contains ¼ ​​part of a person's daily need for calcium and 1/5 – in phosphorus. It is recommended to drink fermented baked milk at night, adding fruits or herbs. The daily consumption rate for an adult is 1-2 glasses a day. "

What to cook?

"Guslyanka"

Alexander Lukyanenko, presenter: “This traditional Carpathian fermented milk product is known since XIX century. Prepared by fermenting boiled milk. In consistency - something between cheese, butter and sour cream, thanks to which it can replace any of these products. There is a legend that her recipe was presented to people with molfara as a drink of health, youth and longevity. For cooking, heat 1 liter of milk to 40-45 ° C, and then cool it to 30-35 ° C. We coat the walls of a clay pot with 1 tbsp. a spoonful of sour cream. Carefully pour warm milk into the pot, do not stir. We wrap the pot with a towel and put it in a cool dark place for a day (do not close the lid). Guslianka is ready! Store it in the refrigerator to prevent further oxidation.».

Useful advice

Duet "Anna-Maria": “It is good to make masks from ryazhenka for dry and weak hair, which have strengthening and nourishing properties. Apply fermented baked milk to the hair, wrap the head with a towel, rinse off after 30 minutes. After that, you can still rinse your hair with chamomile decoction or water with a few drops of lemon juice. The root zone receives a complex of vitamins and trace elements, which activates blood circulation. The curls become thicker and more obedient. "

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