Kissel during pregnancy - benefits and harms

One of the most common drinks recommended for therapeutic and prophylactic purposes is jelly. Confirmation of this is the presence of this product in the menu of medical institutions, maternity hospitals.

There are many recipes for jelly using a variety of components, including sorrel, bread kvass, carrots, chocolate and so on. The classic way of cooking is the use of berries, fruits, sometimes cereals, milk. Drinks may vary in consistency; potato or corn starch is commonly used for thickening.

Useful properties of jelly

The positive effect of jelly depends on the ingredients used, for example, berries or fruits, milk and so on. In drinks, the benefits of the base itself, as well as the substances contained in starch, are combined. The approximate composition of jelly is considered to be:

• Vitamins B1, B2, B5, PP;
• Minerals, potassium is considered the main;
• Amino acids, including lysine, as well as choline, lecithin, pectin.

In addition to the above compounds, vitamins and a variety of equally useful substances from the base are added. Will it be berry, fruit, cereal or any other. That is why each type of jelly can be used for different purposes, and a future mother must know about this when choosing the taste of a drink.

What is the use of kissel during pregnancy?
Depending on the composition of the kissel, its beneficial properties may manifest itself in different ways. If we conditionally combine the possible positive impact of the drink on the condition of the future mother and baby, then we can distinguish the following properties:

1. Maintaining a normal state of the gastrointestinal tract, especially with increased acidity, existing gastritis, ulcers. Enveloping ability helps to reduce pain, discomfort.
2. Prevention of dysbiosis, natural stimulation of the intestines with constipation.
3. Maintaining immunity, including in case of viral epidemics, common colds.
4. Treatment of acute respiratory viral infections and acute respiratory infections.
5. Normalization of pressure, a positive effect on the function of the heart and the entire vascular system.
6. Restoration of mucous tissues, including damage, oral ulcers.
7. Prevention of anemia, increased hemoglobin.
8. Controlling cholesterol, liver function.
9. Regulation of hormonal levels, thyroid function.
10. Replenishment of the deficiency of vitamins, minerals and other compounds necessary for the appropriate development of the future baby.
11. Normalization of the nervous system, calming effect.
12. Excretion of harmful compounds together with a mild diuretic effect.

The benefits of kissel during pregnancy may vary depending on the regularity of the drink used for preparing the ingredients. It is on the composition that not only the main positive properties will depend, but also the possible harm that the expectant mother must exclude.

Harm jelly during pregnancy

There are no serious restrictions on the use of jelly, since this drink contains only natural ingredients. Nevertheless, there is a certain list of contraindications that you need to exclude a pregnant woman before using the product:

1. Allergic reactions. They are rare and are mainly associated with intolerance to the base of the drink, for example, berries, fruits. There are also reactions to the components that make up the jelly of industrial production.
2. High sugar. For such cases, you can choose a recipe that excludes sweet ingredients.
3. Excess weight or its speed gain. This indicator is very important during pregnancy, and kissel, due to its high calorie content, can contribute to weight gain.

If you follow the rules of preparation and use of the drink, then the harm can be completely eliminated.

How to drink jelly for good

The positive effect of drinking jelly can be different, it all depends on the recipe, the desired result. In any case, a tasty and healthy product must be prepared independently, this is not difficult, and for pregnant women it is safer than the purchase of ready-made mixtures.

To drink jelly for a certain benefit during pregnancy, you should focus on the composition. Of the most common types of drinks and their positive effects on the body, we can distinguish:

1. Cranberry and Lingonberry. The drink is suitable for the treatment of colds, in case of viral epidemics, lingonberry is especially useful for improving the condition in case of problems with the genitourinary system.
2. If vision deteriorates during pregnancy, fatigue, loss of strength is present, then you can try a blueberry drink.
3. Gastrointestinal problems, constipation and prevention of eating disorders - cereal jelly, oatmeal.
4. To prevent low hemoglobin, cherry and apple jelly are suitable. Such drinks are rich in folic acid, the lack of which is extremely undesirable during pregnancy.
5. A dairy product promotes calcium intake.

Pregnant women can alternate different jelly, but only do not exceed the estimated volume of 1-2 glasses per day. If allergic reactions are manifested, weight quickly began to gain, then it is better to temporarily exclude this drink.

To eliminate unpleasant situations, the jelly does not need to be boiled for several days, it is recommended to cook fresh and store it in the refrigerator. The raw materials for the drink should be selected not spoiled, without plaque and rot, if it is fruits, berries or vegetables. It is advisable to give preference to the extent of sweet varieties, with an average consistency, so that there is no high starch content in the product.

A truly useful kissel during pregnancy is home-made from natural ingredients, used in moderation and only after the exclusion of contraindications.

Video: how to cook oatmeal jelly