The kefir-buckwheat diet has long gained popularity and recognition around the world, because thanks to it you can lose weight by 5 , 7 or more kilograms without experiencing hunger and other unpleasant symptoms. However, it is worth noting that such a diet is not only hard, but also unbalanced. Therefore, it is not advisable to adhere to such a diet for a long time, so as not to cause complications and problems with the functioning of the organs of the digestive tract.

Kefir-buckwheat diet: what is useful

One of the main ingredients of this diet is buckwheat , which is healthy, nutritious, as it saturates the body with vital vitamins, micro and macro elements, proteins, carbohydrates.

Regular consumption of buckwheat porridge will help to achieve the following benefits for the body:

• raise hemoglobin;
• normalize blood pressure;
• strengthen vascular tissues;
• stabilize the work of the nervous system;
• increase the protective functions of the body;
• prevent the development of oncological processes;
• protect tooth enamel from damage.

In addition, buckwheat porridge contributes to effective weight loss. Buckwheat kernels have a positive effect on the functioning of the digestive tract, stimulate the stomach, cleanse the intestines of toxins, facilitating their removal from the body in a natural way.

An important role is played by the second component of the buckwheat-kefir diet - kefir. It is worth considering that almost any fermented milk product is useful for an adult.

If you regularly use kefir, you will be able to achieve the following benefits:

• normalize the activity of the liver;
• improve the secretory function of the stomach;
• regulate the work of the digestive system;
• cleanse the intestines of toxins and toxins;
• eliminate chronic constipation;
• get rid of dysbacteriosis;
• increase immunity;
• normalize the work of the cardiovascular system;
• improve skin condition;
• permanently get rid of allergic manifestations.

Based on the foregoing, we can conclude that both components that make up the kefir-buckwheat diet have the most beneficial effect on the entire body of a person who is losing weight, contribute to rapid weight loss and normalization of metabolism. Sour-milk drink and buckwheat can be consumed only for breakfast or follow this regime for one to two weeks. If you strictly follow the principles of the diet, you will be able to lose 2.5 - 10 kg. Naturally, the final results depend on various factors - the initial weight, age, gender, conscientiousness of compliance with the rules.

How to use kefir and buckwheat porridge when you need to lose some weight?

If you need to throw off a couple of kilograms, it is enough to use these products for breakfast. Cereals and a fermented milk drink start digestion, energize and energize, saturate for a long time, allowing you not to suffer from a strong feeling of hunger.

Cooking buckwheat porridge on kefir is easy. The recipe is this:

1. Pour 250 ml of hot water 3 tbsp. l. buckwheat groats, let stand for 15 - 20 minutes.
2. Drain the water, and pour a glass of fresh kefir over the swollen kernels.
3. Place the resulting mixture in the refrigerator overnight.

Eat the whole serving in the morning. If the porridge is not very pleasant to eat, you can add some berries, fruits, dried fruits to it. Sugar and honey are not allowed.

Other options for kefir-buckwheat diet

There are 3 options for this diet. Each variety has its own rules and requirements, which are important to strictly observe, otherwise the desired effect will not be achieved.

Diet "Classic"

The classic kefir-buckwheat diet is allowed to adhere to no more than 3 - 5 days. If you need to lose a few pounds, it is enough to follow this diet for 3 days, if more, you should increase the duration to 5 days. It is important to remember that even minimal errors in the classic kefir-buckwheat diet are not allowed.

During the entire period, only buckwheat and a fermented milk drink are allowed. The three day menu looks like this:

• After waking up, drink 1 tbsp. clean water at room temperature.
• For breakfast, eat the entire portion of buckwheat porridge cooked the evening before, filled with a fermented milk drink.
• Before lunch, you can drink green tea without sugar and honey, as well as 1 glass of kefir.
• Lunch also consists of the same set of products - buckwheat porridge, filled with kefir.
• If before dinner the feeling of hunger is disturbing, it is allowed to satisfy it by drinking a glass of kefir.
• For dinner, the usual portion of buckwheat porridge is eaten.
• If you are hungry before going to bed, it is allowed to drink a glass of fermented milk.

During all 3 days it is important to eat often - 5 - 6 times a day, but not in large portions. This will help to reduce the size of the stomach, so that you need much less food in order to be completely full. Do not forget to drink 1.5 - 2 liters of pure water during the day. This will help maintain the proper water and electrolyte balance.

Diet "Strict"

This type of buckwheat-kefir diet is recommended for 7 days. During this time, it will be possible to lose from 5 - 7 kg of excess weight. Buckwheat porridge is allowed to use as much as you like. You can also include fresh fruits, vegetables, herbs in the menu.

The seven-day menu roughly looks like this:

• Breakfast. Boiled buckwheat without salt, spices.
• Lunch. Kefir - 1 glass.
• Dinner. Buckwheat porridge with fresh vegetable salad, 1 fruit.
• afternoon tea. Kefir - 1 glass.
• Dinner. Boiled buckwheat without salt and spices.

As in the first case, it is important to control the daily amount of liquid consumed throughout the diet. Fresh salads should not be seasoned with vegetable oil, mayonnaise and other fatty sauces. The ideal option is lemon juice. For taste and aroma, it is allowed to add greens to salads.

Diet "Sparing"

This type of kefir-buckwheat diet is designed for 14 days. If you strictly adhere to all the rules, in two weeks you will be able to get rid of 9 - 12 kg.

The indicative menu looks like this:

• Breakfast. Buckwheat drenched in kefir or cooked in water.
• Lunch. Kefir - 250 ml, 1 apple.
• Dinner. Buckwheat porridge on kefir with the addition of fresh herbs or dried fruits.
• afternoon tea. Kefir - 250 ml.
• Dinner. Buckwheat porridge boiled in water.

Advantages and disadvantages of such a diet

The main advantage of the buckwheat-kefir diet is that it has a minimum of restrictions. The products that make up this nutrition system have a beneficial effect on the organs of the digestive system, saturate the body with useful substances, vitamins, and minerals. In addition, buckwheat and kefir are affordable, so absolutely everyone can go on such a diet without harming the wallet. Sitting on a kefir-buckwheat diet, you do not need to calculate the calorie content of dishes every time. This is also quite convenient, especially if the person who is losing weight works and does not have time for such trifles.

As for the minuses, the main thing is the uniformity of the diet. To lose extra pounds, you have to eat only buckwheat and rice. Such a meager menu quickly gets bored, which is the main reason for the breakdown.

During the kefir-buckwheat diet, the body receives only a certain set of nutrients. But if the diet does not last long, it will not affect the metabolism and the functioning of the internal organs. Since kefir has a laxative effect, it is important to drink plenty of fluids to prevent dehydration.