He kefir It is a food dairy origin that contributes proteins, probiotics and helps metabolize fatswhich results in lower levels of triglycerides and in the abdominal circumference.
This food, considered the white gold feedis produced from live granules that contain lactic acid bacteria y yeastswhich when fermented with milk increases the acidity levels, becomes thicker and multiplies the microorganisms that improve the microbiota.
These microorganisms can contribute to the metabolic health and the weight regulationbut should not be taken as a “miracle cure” for the abdominal fat.
How kefir can help reduce abdominal circumference
Los benefits of kefir they focus on improve the digestive environmentreduce the inflammation and increase the satietywhich may be a ally in a overall weight control plan along with diet and exercise.
He kefir contains more than 30 different species of bacteria and yeastwhich act as probiotics and improve the abdominal inflammationaccording to a published review in Nutrition Research Reviews.
Recent studies indicate that the kefir can indirectly help weight control and the abdominal fat reductionbecause it is a source of probiotics and their positive effects in the metabolism modulation and the inflammation.
The results of the studies highlight benefits in it lipid control, improved insulin sensitivity, reduction of inflammation and support for healthy digestive habits; factors all aligned with a better metabolic health and a favorable environment for body fat reduction.
He consumption of artisanal kefir showed to improve the reduction of triglycerides and upload the colesterol HDLhad a mild laxative effect and contributed to digestive health.
“The consumption of artisanal kefir demonstrated, in a general way, to act on the lipid profilemainly in the decrease in triglycerides and the increased HDL cholesterol […] increased the number of bowel movements per week and improved stool consistency,” according to the Pilot Study About the Effect of Consuming Artisanal Kefir of the University of Monterrey.
While a published study by the magazine Foods (MDPI), Tima Nutritional characteristics, impact on health and applications of kefirindicates that it is effective in reducing “proinflammatory cytokines like the TNF-? and the IL-6“, associated with the systemic inflammationand improve the insulin sensitivitywhich can favor the environment necessary for the central fat reduction.
The key is that the kefir “has an indirect effect in it weight control al modulate satiety and metabolism“This publication confirms the effects of kefir to reduce inflammationhe cholesterol and improve the blood pressureall factors relevant to the abdominal fat control.
Chia and kefir pudding
one way simple and practical to include the kefir in food is with this pudding that prepares in minutes in the evening and offers a start to the day dense, nutritious and easy to digest.
Necessary ingredients
- 3/4 cup milk kefir (look for one of good quality for more creaminess).
- 3 tablespoons chia seeds.
- 1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract (enhances the flavor).
- To the taste of endulzante natural (honey, maple syrupor date paste).
- a pinch of sal (optional, to balance the flavors).
Preparation mode
- In a glass jar with lid o one airtight containeradd the milk kefir.
- Incorporate the chia seedshe vanilla extract and the sweetener of your preference.
- Add a pinch of salt (optional).
- Close the container and shake vigorously for at least 30 secondsto prevent the seeds from settling and forming large clumps at the bottom.
- It’s happening rest at room temperature during 5 minutesso that the chia seeds start to hydrate. Shake the bottle again with a spoon.
- Take the bottle to fridge and let rest all night.
- The next morning, once the pudding this dense and readyadd the toppings chosen, as fruits and seeds.
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