In summer, many people remember the popular soft drink, which has a bright taste, rich aroma and excellent ability to cope with quenching thirst.
However, it is worth understanding that kvass can have both beneficial and negative properties.
What are the benefits of the drink?
Quick thirst quencher
It is indeed true - natural kvass, prepared at home, will help to quickly and efficiently "close" the issue of thirst, which is especially important in hot weather.
Therefore, to quench your thirst, you can drink kvass instead of soda or juice.
Improving mood
Experts note that just one glass of kvass will help you get rid of a bad mood and improve your emotional background. Therefore, the drink can become a tasty and useful prevention of depression.
Digestion
Due to its unique composition, kvass helps improve the functioning of the digestive organs. However, if there are diseases of these organs, the drink can be dangerous.
Immunity
If you drink the drink in reasonable quantities, its benefits for strengthening the immune system will begin to manifest.
Appearance
Kvass contains a sufficient amount of B vitamins, which have a positive effect on the condition of hair and skin. Therefore, the drink can become your secret of beauty and youth.
A good remedy against motion sickness
If you are going on a trip by car or bus, you can safely take a bottle of kvass with you. It is believed that the drink helps to cope with motion sickness.
Why kvass can be dangerous
Caution when taking medications
There is information that kvass should not be consumed if you are undergoing antibiotic treatment. Therefore, it is better to consult a doctor beforehand regarding the combination of kvass and taking a particular medication.
Pregnancy
In the first few weeks, kvass is definitely prohibited, since it contains alcohol, although the amount is insignificant.
It is also better to resolve this issue at a doctor’s appointment.
Diseases
It is worth remembering that kvass is not recommended for patients with cancer. If you have undergone a major operation, it would also be wise to refuse the drink.
Diseases of the digestive organs, liver and kidneys are also contraindications.
You should not drink kvass if you have diabetes or are predisposed to it.
Kvass should not be consumed by small children or elderly people.
What is the norm of consumption?
It is important to remember that kvass contains sugar. The drink also has quite high calorie content.
It is believed that no more than one classic (200 ml) glass can be consumed during the day without any health consequences.
