Fasting day on kefir - rules and secrets of effective implementation

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Kefir is a healthy fermented milk product that is obtained by fermenting cow's milk using special microorganisms, the so-called “kefir grains.”

This drink can often be found as part of various diets.

Thanks to its positive properties, nutritionists advise spending a fasting day on kefir, which helps cleanse the intestines, stimulate digestion and get rid of extra pounds.

What are the benefits of a fasting day on kefir?

Kefir prepared using classical technology using a special starter is considered a miracle product. More than 20 varieties of beneficial bacteria contained in kefir grains are indispensable for the full functioning of our body. They normalize digestion, fight constipation and relieve the feeling of heaviness in the stomach.

Why else is it useful to drink kefir:

• cleanses the skin of toxins and makes it look fresher and younger;
• has a mild diuretic effect, thereby speeding up metabolism;
• restores microflora after antibiotic therapy;
• relieves irritability thanks to antidepressant properties;
• strengthens bones, nails and hair due to the high concentration of calcium.

Indications

A one-day kefir diet is popular primarily as a means of losing weight. Practice shows that some people who lose weight manage to lose 1-2 kg per day. Therefore, if you are overweight and have excess fat deposits, the product will come in handy.

Fasting days on kefir are indicated for:

• dysbiosis and intestinal slagging;
• atherosclerosis and hypertension;
• diseases of the liver and biliary tract;
• low immunity.

Contraindications

The high acidity of kefir does not allow its use as a relief for people with inflammatory diseases of the digestive tract:

• gastritis;
• colitis;
• gastroduodenitis;
• peptic ulcer.

The acid irritates the mucous membranes of the stomach and intestines, worsening the patient’s condition and slowing recovery. Kefir is also dangerous if you have increased stomach acidity, which is accompanied by frequent heartburn.

Fasting days should be carried out with caution during pregnancy and lactation, as well as during adolescence. If you have a complete or partial intolerance to milk and its components, kefir relief will also have to be abandoned. Fasting days are contraindicated for obesity and anorexia. Weight normalization should be carried out according to a specific program and under the supervision of a doctor.

General rules

Since ancient times, kefir has been one of the popular means for unloading and cleansing the body.
Another famous biologist I. I. Mechnikov argued that the digestion process is closely related to aging. He said that we age more likely precisely because of the processes of decay occurring in our body. And, if you relieve your body from their effects more often, you can significantly prolong your youth. A few glasses of kefir daily are enough to extend life by 20-30 years, the scientist argued. This is due to the fact that beneficial bacteria, which kefir is rich in, prevent rotting and perfectly cleanse the body.

The basis of kefir is kefir grain , which is a collection of many beneficial microorganisms, bacteria, rods and yeast. They prevent pathogenic flora from developing in the intestines and restore essential microorganisms in the human body that affect the resistance of the immune system to various irritants.

Harm

Mono-diet days must be treated with extreme caution, even if they are spent on such a harmless product as kefir. With a low calorie content (from 30 to 56 kcal depending on fat content), the drink is quite nutritious and relieves hunger for a long time. This is why kefir is chosen as a basic product for weight loss - but this is where its danger lies.

On a “kefir” day, a person receives only 800 kilocalories, and only if the drink chosen has a fat content of 3.2%. Low-fat kefir provides only 450 kcal per day, which is extremely low for full-fledged life. For comparison, the physiological needs of an adult are 1200 kcal. This energy minimum is necessary to maintain the functioning of the heart, lungs, liver and mental activity. And if a person is engaged in physical labor, the need for calories increases by at least 50%.

Thus, during the days of the kefir diet, the body does not receive even a minimal amount of energy. This is especially dangerous for those losing weight, who literally starve themselves, arranging fasting almost every day. They drive the body into stress, which negatively affects well-being, mood and psychological comfort.

Important! Weigh all the pros and cons before organizing fasting days. Nutrition should benefit you, and not aggravate chronic diseases and lead to exhaustion.

Kefir cocktails

Kefir itself tastes good, it satisfies well and relieves thirst; However, there are several extremely popular cocktail recipes that allow you to diversify the good habit of drinking this drink and gradually get rid of a few extra pounds.

Kefir cocktail with spices

For a cocktail, add a teaspoon of finely chopped ginger root, a quarter teaspoon of ground cinnamon, and red pepper on the tip of a knife to a glass of kefir. Dilute with 1-2 tablespoons of drinking water and mix the drink thoroughly.

Kefir cocktail with honey

A cocktail of kefir and honey can be drunk as a snack or dessert. It is enough to add a tablespoon of natural honey, a teaspoon of chopped ginger root, a slice of lemon and a pinch of cinnamon to a glass of kefir. Add some water and mix well.

Kefir cocktail with apples

A cocktail of kefir with apples is a great replacement for dinner and gets rid of hunger during the day. Grate 4-5 green sour apples and mix with a glass of kefir, adding a pinch of cinnamon.

How to properly spend a fasting day on kefir

In order for “kefir” days not only to be useful, but also not to cause harm to health, it is necessary to properly organize unloading.

Nutritionists recommend following seven rules:

1. Use kefir with a shelf life of no more than 5 days - it does not contain harmful preservatives.
2. If the goal is to lose weight, then you should choose a drink with 1 percent fat content. In other cases, you can use a fattier product.
3. The daily intake of the drink is 1.5 liters - it must be drunk in 6 doses at approximately equal intervals.
4. On the day of the diet, it is necessary to exclude salt and sugar from the menu, since they interfere with the full “work” of kefir.
5. On a fasting day, you should avoid intense physical and mental stress and, if possible, protect yourself from stress and emotional experiences.
6. The day before, you need to make your diet light and nutritious, with a predominance of protein foods. It is better not to have dinner too late, at the latest - 3 hours before bedtime.
7. The exit from unloading should also be gradual - a light breakfast, vegetable dishes for the next day and a protein dinner.

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Important! On X-day, follow the drinking regime - the body should not be deprived of vital fluid. You are allowed to drink green tea, unsweetened compote, herbal infusions, purified water, mineral water without gas - only about 2-2.5 liters per day.

The optimal frequency of fasting days is once a week. When the expected results are achieved, one-day diets can be done much less frequently - approximately once every three weeks.

What result should you expect?

Weekly fasting days can gradually get you in shape, slim and cleanse your body. At the same time, it is important not to abuse harmful foods and, if possible, exercise. According to reviews from supporters of this diet, you can lose up to 1 kg of weight per day. Constant adherence to kefir fasting will give a feeling of lightness and improve intestinal function. In addition, the condition of the skin on your face will improve significantly.

Fasting day options

Although fasting days are called kefir days, this does not mean that you will have to eat only kefir. The drink goes well with herbs, spices, cottage cheese, cereals, some types of vegetables, fruits and berries. We will now tell you how to properly carry out “kefir” unloading in different ways.

A day on kefir

The classic version of the mono-diet involves eating exclusively kefir all day - and nothing more. Just don’t forget about fluids - drink as much water as your body requires, but not less than one and a half liters.

If kefir seems tasteless, the drink can be enriched with useful additives:

• dill;
• parsley;
• cilantro;
• cinnamon;
• grated ginger.

Hot spices, such as hot red pepper, will help speed up metabolism and start fat burning processes. Therefore, those who want to become slimmer should consider this option. The only thing you should completely avoid is salt. It retains water in the body and prevents complete tissue cleansing.

Information about the optimal daily volume of kefir per day is contradictory - there are figures of 1.5, 2 and 2.5 liters. Therefore, it is worth starting from the fat content of kefir - the higher it is, the less drink you should drink.

Kefir and cottage cheese

Both fermented milk products go well together and form a harmonious tandem for cleansing and gaining harmony. A day on kefir and cottage cheese provides a “shock” dose of calcium and effectively blocks hunger. During the day you will need to eat 400 g of low-fat or low-fat cottage cheese and drink 1.5 liters of kefir.

Cottage cheese should be included in main meals - breakfast, lunch and dinner. You will get approximately 130 g of product, which is supplemented with kefir. During snacks (lunch, afternoon snack and second dinner), drink a glass of kefir, drink green tea and still water. Honey will help improve the taste of the curd mass - you can add a teaspoon of the product to each serving.

Advice! Combine different types of kefir on diet days. You can start the morning with a fatty variety, and end the day better with low-fat kefir, so as not to be overloaded at night.

Kefir with apples

A day spent on kefir and apples is considered the most delicious short-term diet. The benefits of kefir are enhanced by the beneficial properties of apples, rich in vitamins, macro- and microelements. In order for your diet to help you lose weight, you should give preference to green apples with a low sugar content.

The daily diet includes 1 liter of kefir and 1 kg of fresh apples. All prepared products are divided into 5 servings of approximately the same volume. In between meals, you need to drink water - you will have to drink at least 8 glasses of filtered water per day.

Fresh apples often provoke fermentation in the intestines, so you can eat them not raw, but baked. Use an oven or microwave for baking, and to make the apples tastier, add a little honey (half a teaspoon per fruit).

Fasting day on buckwheat and kefir

The advantage of this option is that you do not have to go hungry during the day, and your body will receive a sufficient amount of calories. Traditionally, the daily menu includes a glass of buckwheat - namely, dry cereal that has yet to be cooked. The rest of the diet will consist of kefir - 1.5 liters and any healthy liquid.

You should prepare buckwheat in the evening using one of two methods convenient for you:

• steaming - pour a glass of boiling water over the cereal, wrap it in a thick towel;
• Soaking - pour two glasses of warm kefir over the buckwheat, cover with a lid.

By morning you will receive the finished porridge - divide the entire volume into 5 servings and consume throughout the day. In between, drink kefir and still water.

On kefir and cucumbers

A one-day diet with kefir and cucumbers is a suitable option for the summer. In winter and spring it is impossible to find a healthy vegetable grown without nitrates. Ideally, you should eat cucumbers grown in your own garden - they are the healthiest.

During the day you will need to eat 1 kg of fresh cucumbers and drink a liter of kefir drink. It is not at all necessary to consume these products separately. Deloading will become much healthier and more enjoyable if you get creative and add other healthy ingredients to your diet. All types of garden herbs, sweet peppers, feta cheese, cottage cheese and even carrots will be appropriate for cucumbers. From these ingredients you can prepare cold soups, cocktails, smoothies and salads.

Alternative options

Healthy nutrition experts advise trying other available options for fasting with kefir:

• on bran;
• on oatmeal;
• on bananas;
• on grapefruit;
• on strawberries;
• on fiber;
• on watermelon;
• with chocolate;
• with peaches;
• with plums;
• with vegetable and fruit juices.

Important! Kefir-protein fasting days are considered the most useful. Sources of protein include chicken eggs, cheese, chicken, rabbit meat, and lean fish.

List of prohibited products

The list of prohibited foods during a fasting day on this miraculous drink is quite extensive: there are no concessions here, since you only have a day to cleanse the body.

For example, sweet drinks and coffee are absolutely prohibited. Such drinks should be replaced with regular drinking water or herbal, green tea without sugar.

In addition, during the fasting day you cannot eat various sausages, smoked meats, semi-finished products, fast food, flour, and fried foods.

You need to eat only natural, plant-based foods, such as vegetables and fruits.

Also, under no circumstances combine kefir with alcoholic drinks, as this can cause stomach discomfort.

Table of prohibited products

Fasting day on kefir during pregnancy

Nutritionists are of the opinion that unloading during pregnancy is extremely undesirable. After all, a growing fetus requires a regular supply of nutrients essential for growth and development. But in some cases, doctors still prescribe unloading for women at the stage of bearing a child - but not earlier than the 28th week of gestation.

The diet is useful for rapid weight gain in the third trimester, swelling and gestosis. The main condition is that you should adhere to the diet only under the supervision of a doctor.

It is better not to spend “clean” kefir days for pregnant women, because they are difficult to tolerate. It's worth thinking about how to make your mini-diet more filling. At a minimum, kefir must be supplemented with low-fat cottage cheese. But it is better to choose a kefir-protein day with a small amount of meat, cheese and eggs. Many pregnant women like okroshka cooked with vegetables and kefir.

The general principles of unloading for pregnant women are the same - split meals in small portions and a sufficient amount of fluid. Unloading is allowed no more than once every 7-10 days.

Contraindications

A kefir fasting day will only benefit a healthy person, but if there are some health problems, such a diet can be harmful. People at risk are:

• With intolerance to milk and fermented milk products.
• With gastrointestinal problems (mucosal disorders, diarrhea, gastritis, perforations, cracks).
• With general weakening of the body (due to illness, lack of nutrition).
• During pregnancy, lactation (unloading is permitted only with the permission of a doctor).
• If necessary, take medications that cannot be combined with dairy products.

Reviews

Natalya , 21 years old: “At one time I tried a bunch of diets, but recently I switched to the so-called monodays - apple, cottage cheese, water and kefir. The maximum weight that I managed to lose during the fasting period was 1300 g. And it was precisely a kefir day. I’ll say right away that unloading is not necessary if you eat rationally or are even on a diet. Otherwise, you only risk harming your body and disrupting your metabolism. There is no need to organize fasting marathons and fast every other day - a diet once every 7 days will be quite enough.”

Anna , 35 years old: “I love the kefir diet for one simple reason - it helps to get rid of the tummy. I buy kefir with one percent fat content and drink it all day in unlimited quantities. The drink seems to envelop the stomach from the inside, dulling the feeling of hunger. Therefore, it is very easy to tolerate such a diet. Kefir helps to cleanse the intestines well, the tummy disappears, and the waist is clearly defined.”

Alla , 39 years old: “I’m surprised how people sincerely believe that you can lose weight in one fasting “kefir” day. Indeed, by eating just kefir all day, you will lose at least 1 kg. But this will be the mass of water that the drink removes due to its mild diuretic properties. Within a day, the weight will return again as soon as you switch to a normal diet. My advice: eat everything, but so that the number of calories burned is greater than the number of calories eaten.”

Ella , 26 years old: “The kefir-beetroot diet has become my favorite. The original recipe includes boiled beets (1 kg), one and a half liters of kefir and mineral water. At first I tried to eat each product separately throughout the day - no taste or pleasure. Therefore, I made my own adjustments - I ground the boiled beets along with kefir and spices in a blender. I drank such a delicious cocktail all day, not forgetting about water. In three fasting days with weekly breaks, I lost 5 kg.”