Kissel as a dish of Russian cuisine has been known for over a thousand years. Without it, not a single funeral feast and a feast was held, and initially it was an independent dish - the first or the second depending on the density, and with the appearance of starch and the idea of adding fruit and berries to it became a dessert. What is the benefit and harm of the kissel for the body will be told in this article.
Benefits of jelly for the body
It is largely determined by the chemical composition and content of certain ingredients. A cereal or fruit and berry drink is rich in potassium, lecithin, choline, lysine, methionine, vitamins C , group B, PP, etc. The benefits of a jelly for the stomach can not be overestimated, because this drink has an enveloping effect on the mucosa of this organ, thereby protecting it from gastric juice. This is very important for patients suffering from ulcers and gastritis with high acidity. Moreover, it can quite compete with such traditional preparation, as omez, recommended for reception on an empty stomach during the exacerbation of diseases of the digestive tract.
Kissel is also appreciated for helping fight dysbacteriosis, preventing overeating, and thus severity in the stomach, normalizing intestinal peristalsis, increasing the activity of metabolic processes, acting as an excellent source of energy, which can be appreciated by mental and physical workers.
Benefits of jelly from starch determine and its constituent fruits, and berries:
- blueberry kissel is indicated for diseases of the digestive tract and organs of vision. He also helps in the fight against infectious diseases;
- a drink based on apples is indispensable for anemia and hypovitaminosis. It helps to improve digestion and can be eaten by dieters;
- Kisel based on mountain ash is shown to persons suffering from liver and gall bladder diseases. It is characterized by a mild laxative, choleretic and diuretic action;
- cherry drink is endowed with antiseptic properties. It can be included in the complex therapy for inflammation of the respiratory tract;
- Cranberry contains ascorbic and acetylsalicylic acids, which can accelerate recovery for colds and flu.
Useful properties of oat jelly
Separately it is necessary to allocate the drink prepared on the basis of oatmeal. By the abundance of proteins, vitamins and amino acids, it occupies a leading position among other types of this drink. It is called a "balm" for the stomach and intestines, and it also has a good effect on the pancreas. Regularly eating it, you can eliminate the severity in the stomach, flatulence, belching, heartburn and pain in the right upper quadrant. Oat kissel is appreciated for immunomodelling properties, rejuvenating effect. Its calorie content is only 100 calories, so it can be recommended for admission to obese people and those who are struggling with excess weight.
Harm to the jelly
Now it is clear that the answer to the question whether it is useful to drink kissel will be positive, but there is a contraindication to this drink. Drink with the addition of starch and sugar includes a large number of carbohydrates, so it is not recommended for people with diabetes and obesity.
Those who want to protect themselves from such a product, it is necessary to prepare the jelly yourself, and it is desirable not to store it in the refrigerator for too long. It is better to cook in small portions for one or two times.