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Can pregnant women drink homemade kvass
In the summer heat, the question becomes especially relevant whether it is possible for pregnant women to brew kvass. This drink is good for refreshing and quenching thirst, so it is quite difficult to refuse it.
Is it possible for pregnant women to drink purchased kvass
Purchased kvass is not much better than popular carbonated drinks with flavors and concentrated colors. It still contains a certain percentage of preservatives, the use of which is highly undesirable for a pregnant woman. And the gases themselves are obtained not as a result of fermentation, but artificially.
Pregnant women can use homemade kvass no more than 1 glass per day.
You should also not drink kvass from barrels, which stand at the corners of all streets in summer, since you cannot be sure of its quality. Barrels, pumps and taps are rarely sanitized, and unscrupulous sellers can reuse disposable plastic cups, so the risk of food poisoning or infection is very high.
Is it possible for pregnant women to have homemade kvass
Pregnant women can drink homemade kvass without fear. It contains a lot of vitamins and minerals necessary for a woman and her child. Correctly prepared kvass:
- has a beneficial effect on the nervous system;
- improves the digestive process;
- eliminates constipation;
- replenishes fluid supply;
- strengthens the heart and blood vessels;
- stimulates appetite.
The percentage of alcohol in kvass is negligible, so there is no need to worry about this. The alcohol in the drink is formed as a result of fermentation, the same as in kefir or yogurt. Therefore, a glass of delicious homemade kvass in the summer heat will definitely not harm the normal development and growth of the fetus.
If the expectant mother has a threat of termination of pregnancy, it is better for her to take care of herself and refuse to use kvass. Fermented drinks increase the tone of the uterus, and in this state it is dangerous. You should not drink kvass for gastritis, hypertension, stomach ulcers and a tendency to flatulence.
Another nuance – pregnant women in the last stages are very prone to edema. Kvass is poorly excreted by the kidneys, since the salts contained in it contribute to fluid retention in the body, and as a result, the legs begin to swell strongly. Therefore, if the expectant mother has edema after drinking the drink, this is a signal that kvass is not recommended for her in this position.
A healthy pregnant woman can safely drink homemade kvass in moderation. The main thing is not to abuse this drink and monitor your well-being.