Kefir diet: principles, advantages and disadvantages, menu

The kefir diet is considered strict;means a strict diet and strict menu restrictions.As a result, you can lose 10 kg in a week.The technique has limitations and can harm the body if used incorrectly.Before starting the diet, it is advisable to consult a doctor.

How does the kefir diet work?

Kefir is made from milk and yeast.As a result of fermentation, the necessary environment for the life of beneficial bacteria is created.When they enter the body, they begin to cleanse the stomach and intestines, freeing them from excess fluid, toxins and nitrates.

• Normalization of the gastrointestinal tract ensures fast digestion of any food.In this case, no fat deposition is observed.
• Kefir contains a lot of protein.This allows a person not to feel hungry for a long time.
• Kefir burns fat.This effect provides calcium, in which the drink is rich.Thanks to this element, hormones are activated that effectively burn fat.
• If the kefir diet lasts for more than a week, it is recommended to supplement it with dietary products such as apples, buckwheat and cucumbers.They improve blood circulation, speed up metabolism, and food is intensively converted into energy.
• Kefir improves health.As a result of its use, intestinal function is normalized, immunity is strengthened, cholesterol levels are reduced, and the condition of hair, skin and nails improves.
• Kefir is especially useful for the intestines.Kefir contains fermented milk and bifidobacteria, which are similar to those found naturally in the human digestive system.Lactic acid bacteria restore the microflora, normalize peristalsis and prevent constipation.
• Due to the acceleration and normalization of metabolic processes in the intestines, kefir has the side effect of cleansing the skin.The excessive amount of toxins it removes no longer causes skin rashes and other aesthetic problems

A glass of kefir a day is enough to prevent digestive problems.

General rules

The kefir diet is based on the following principles:

• We use kefir with a 1.5% fat content, minimal shelf life, and a large number of beneficial bifidobacteria;
• The drink should be slightly warmed;
• The diet can be supplemented with other low-calorie foods, except for salt and sugar;
• A mono-diet of fermented milk products should not last longer than 3 days;
• Fasting days should be observed before and after the diet for maximum effect;
• We eat small meals - 6 times a day;
• You should leave such a food system smoothly, gradually reducing the proportion of kefir in the diet and increasing the amount of usual food;
• Food must be steamed, fried and cooked.

The daily amount of kefir is 1.5 liters.If dizziness, nausea and other negative reactions of the body occur, the dose should be reduced.You can follow this technique 2-3 times a year, not more often.

Authorized products

In addition to following the diet, you can eat the following foods:

• kefir, ayran, fermented baked milk, yogurt without additives;
• vegetables and vegetables (cabbage, cucumbers, carrots, olives, onions, green and red onions, corn, cilantro, basil, garlic, tomatoes, asparagus, celery, beets, lettuce, radishes, radishes, parsley, sweet peppers);
• fruits (avocado, fig, melon, grapefruit, cherry, watermelon, orange, apple, nectarine, mango, lemon, lime, kiwi);
• berries (currants, sea buckthorn, grapes);
• champignons;
• nuts and dried fruits (peanuts, almonds, cashews, raisins, walnuts, pistachios, dates, flax seeds);
• cereals (buckwheat, brown rice, pearl barley, lentils, oatmeal);
• first class pasta;
• bran bread;
• dark chocolate;
• egg;
• chicken, beef;
• pollock, flounder;
• green tea.

Prohibited products

The following products are prohibited:

• carbonated beverages;
• white bread, sliced bread;
• potato chips;
• cakes, sweets;
• salt, sugar, mayonnaise, ketchup;
• milk chocolate;
• ice cream;
• lamb, lard, pork;
• cottage cheese mass;
• sausages, sausages, smoked and cooked sausages;
• butter;
• unrefined vegetable oil;
• beer, vodka, white wine.

What can replace kefir in your diet?

One option for replacing kefir during the diet is natural yogurt

• The kefir product is a substitute for kefir.Dry yeast is not used for its preparation, but kefir yeast.It does not trigger the development of fermentation processes, therefore it does not lead to the formation of gases.
• Acidophilus is a product that uses lactococci, lactic acidophilus and kefir starter.
• Organic yogurts and yogurts are products produced by fermenting milk with a mixture of thermophilic lactic acid streptococci or lactic acidophilus bacilli.
• Ryazhenka is a fermented milk drink made by fermenting baked milk.
• Kumys drink is a thick drink made from horse milk.

Contraindications

• increased stomach acid;
• allergic reaction to milk protein;
• disturbance of the functioning of the cardiovascular system;
• kidney and liver diseases;
• chronic diseases of internal organs;
• ileus;
• pregnancy;
• breastfeeding period;
• Up to the age of 16.

Disadvantages of the kefir diet

Following the kefir diet, the following symptoms appear:

• dizziness;
• irritability;
• diarrhea;
• headache;
• nausea;
• reduced physical and mental activity;
• weakness

A nutritional system using kefir can cause exacerbation of chronic diseases.For this reason, only healthy people should follow it.

Kefir diet and exercise

Kefir is a light and quickly digestible product that can be consumed before training.

The kefir diet can be combined with physical activity:

• It is recommended to go to the gym;
• swimming;
• ride a bike;
• do morning exercises;
• go for a jog

Physical activity is permissible if the person is in good health.It is not recommended to overload a weakened body, as this can cause fainting and other health problems.

Diet options

A minimalist diet improves the functioning of the gastrointestinal tract and helps to get rid of extra pounds.Fresh fruits and vegetables provide a pleasant variety.

There are many different duration diets.

for 3 days

• Only kefir is allowed for 3 days.Other products excluded.Drink a glass of 1.5 liters of fermented milk every 3 hours.This interval can be increased or decreased, but the last dose should be consumed 3 hours before bedtime.In the meantime, it is recommended to drink water to reduce the feeling of hunger.
• or consume 1.5 liters of kefir for 3 days and add fresh fruit and vegetables.Grapes and bananas are prohibited.
• or 1.5 liters of drink per day for 3 days, while adding cheese, bran, oatmeal, vegetables and fruit to the diet.Water should be refused, replacing it with kefir.

for 7 days

Option 1

From Monday to Friday, 1.5 liters of kefir must be consumed:

• Monday: 5 small potato tubers, which are baked in the oven or boiled in their skins.
• Tuesday: 100 g of boiled chicken fillet.
• Wednesday: 150 g of boiled beef.
• Thursday: 100 g boiled low-fat fish.
• Friday: any vegetables and fruits.
• Saturday: 2 liters of kefir.
• Sunday: unlimited non-carbonated mineral water.

Option 2

• First day: 3 baked potatoes, 0.5 liters of kefir.
• Second day: 300 g low-fat cottage cheese, 400 ml fermented milk drink.
• Third day: 400 g of fruit, 0.6 l of kefir.
• Fourth day: 400 g of boiled chicken breast, 0.5 liter of kefir.
• Fifth day: 0.4 liters of low-fat kefir, 300 g of fresh vegetables (cucumber, tomato, salad).
• Sixth day: 0.5 liters of non-carbonated mineral water.
• Seventh day: 500 g of any fruit, 300 ml of kefir.

Option 3

1.5 liters of kefir and 2 kg of apples per day.Divide the amount into 6 parts and consume at equal intervals.

for 9 days

The technique consists of 3 cycles lasting 3 days.In this case, a strong feeling of hunger rarely occurs.You can lose 10 kg.

Option 1

• First-third day.We only drink 2 liters of water and kefir every day.
• Fourth-sixth day.Drink kefir in unlimited quantities, 2 liters of fruit drink and eat light vegetable soup.
• The seventh-ninth day.Drink 1 liter of kefir, 0.5 liter of herbal chamomile tea, rosehips, lemongrass and eat 400 g of cooked chicken fillet.

Option 2

• In the first 3 days, you can drink 1.5 liters of kefir and water.
• On the fourth to sixth day, eat 1.5 kg of apples and drink 2 liters of water.
• On the seventh to ninth day, you can drink 1.5 liters of fermented milk and 1.5 liters of water.

Dietary foods made from kefir

Even the strictest diet has small exceptions.You can treat yourself to a healthy oatmeal cookie, for example.

You can also make diet foods from kefir.

Oatmeal cookie

Recipe number 1

• kefir - 250 ml;
• honey - 2 tbsp.l.;
• butter - 30 g;
• oatmeal - 400 g;
• raisins - 150 g;
• a pinch of vanilla and cinnamon.

Pour oatmeal into a deep bowl, pour kefir and let it swell for 30 minutes.Pour boiling water over the raisins for 15 minutes to make them softer, then dry them with a napkin.Add raisins, honey, vanilla and cinnamon to the finished oatmeal and mix.Shape the cookies so that they are not thin, place them on a baking sheet greased with butter, and place them in a preheated oven for 20 minutes.

Recipe number 2

• kefir - 200 ml;
• oatmeal - 250 g;
• prunes - 100 g;
• a pinch of cinnamon and vanilla.

Lightly fry the flakes in a heated pan, pour into a pan, add the kefir, stir and leave to swell for 30 minutes.Wash the prunes in boiling water, chop them and add them to the oatmeal.Add the spices to the dough and mix, divide into equal parts, form small cakes, place on a baking sheet and put in a preheated oven for 20 minutes.

Diet pancakes with kefir

Recipe number 1

• kefir - 100 ml;
• oatmeal - 70 g;
• chicken egg - 1 pc.;
• honey - 2 teaspoons;
• baking powder - ¼ tsp.

Mix the crushed oatmeal with kefir and let it stand for 15 minutes.Add honey, baking powder and mix.Fry the pancakes in a non-stick pan without adding oil until they are golden.In order to reduce calories, you can use finely chopped oatmeal instead of flour.

Recipe number 2

• kefir - 1 glass;
• chicken egg - 1 pc.;
• flour - 80 g;
• boiled water - 50 ml;
• soda - a pinch

Heat the kefir a little, add soda and stir until foam appears on its surface.Add the beaten egg and water, mix until a homogeneous mass is obtained.Add sifted flour in small amounts and knead the dough.You can add sweetener or honey.The result should be a thick mass.Fry the pancakes in a non-stick pan for 2 minutes, turn them over and fry the other side as well.

Pancakes with kefir

Develop your culinary skills and do it with love.Mandatory:

• kefir - 0.5 l;
• chicken eggs - 2 pcs.;
• honey - 2 tbsp.l.;
• rye, buckwheat or oat flour - 1 cup;
• 0.5 tsp.soda;
• a pinch of salt.

Beat the chicken eggs and add honey, salt and flour mixed with soda, mix, and pour in the fermented milk drink.Mix again until a homogeneous consistency is obtained and fry the pancakes in a non-stick pan.It is recommended to serve this dish without additives, but the pancakes can be filled with fruit or low-fat cottage cheese with raisins.

Recipe number 2

• kefir - 150 ml;
• mineral water - 150 ml;
• egg white - 2 pcs.;
• flour - 150 g.

Separate the white from the yolk, add mineral water and kefir and beat.Add the flour and beat until there are no lumps.Pancakes are baked in a pan with a non-stick coating.The food can be supplemented with fresh berries, honey or fructose jam.

Recipe number 3

• kefir - 250 ml;
• sweetener;
• flour - 150 g;
• a pinch of salt.

Add sweetener to kefir and beat.Add flour, salt and mix with a blender to obtain a lump-free, homogeneous mass.Fry in a preheated pan.

In case of failure

In order to avoid failure during the diet, you need to prepare properly.Nutritionists recommend that you start gradually reducing the number of calories you consume 7 days before the diet: you can consume no more than 1400 kcal per day.

In addition, it is necessary to exclude harmful foods from the diet in advance;the food must not contain salty, fried, sweets, or baked goods, so that the body does not experience severe stress due to the sudden transition to a diet.The feeling of hunger should be reduced by drinking 250 ml of warm water or weak green tea.

If a breakdown occurs, you will have to resort to physical activity.Walking or jogging is recommended.At home, we drink a glass of kefir and return to the diet.After failure, the diet is extended by 1 day.In addition, cheating is allowed - a day on which prohibited foods (chips, sausage, chocolate) can be on the menu, but in limited quantities.

How to get off the kefir diet

For maximum effectiveness, diet should always be combined with physical activity.

Towards the end of the diet, a strong feeling of hunger may appear, so it is important not to break during this period.You have to gradually withdraw from it, introducing the forbidden foods into your diet in minimal quantities.Steamed vegetables, boiled fish and chicken, and chicken soups are allowed on the first day.

On the second day, you can eat fresh vegetables, pasta, rice, and potatoes.After several days of dieting, drink small amounts of kefir between meals, gradually reducing the amount and leaving it only for dinner.

If necessary, the kefir diet can be repeated, but it is recommended to do this no more than every 2-3 months.Many women, after losing enough kilograms, extend the diet for several days.This is prohibited because health problems may occur.