ZOZH in Russian: top 5 healthy dishes of traditional cuisine

Myths about what is useful and what is not, are passed down from generation to generation, strengthened in people’s heads as truth. Few people have a real genetic predisposition to obesity. The rest have this predisposition to a certain eating pattern.

To understand which of the traditional dishes of Russian cuisine are beneficial, will help speakers of the international festival of health and sports SN PRO EXPO FORUM Vladimir Nekrasov, a doctor of the highest category in the field of laboratory diagnostics, lieutenant colonel of medical service. Military Medical Academy named after S.M. Kirov. S.M. Kirov, and Alisa Baltsevich, head of AGreen Altai Agroecological Company.

Sauerkraut

This is a fermented product containing Lactobacilli bacteria, useful for intestinal microflora. The lactic acid formed during the souring process is a natural preservative and antagonist to a large number of pathogenic and opportunistic microorganisms. Pathogens can push out the normal microflora in the wrong diet, including excessive consumption of sweets.

On 100 g of sauerkraut accounts for 35% of the daily allowance of vitamin C. Cabbage contains vitamin U, which is useful in ulcer diseases. It also contains calcium, magnesium, iron, potassium, sulfur, vitamin K. Consumption of sauerkraut reduces the risk of developing neoplasms.

Sauerkraut can be a side dish or a vegetable addition to a meal, it is a low-calorie dish.

Cheesecakes

Cheesecakes are the perfect breakfast. Cottage cheese contains complete protein, 12 types of vitamins, calcium, iron, and phosphorus. Mistakenly, many people believe that non-fat cottage cheese is healthier than fatty cottage cheese. But this is not true. It is necessary to choose cottage cheese with a fat content of 5-9%. Fat reduces the rate of glucose absorption and the amount of low-density lipoproteins in the blood, and prolongs the feeling of satiety.

Lard

Lard is a fatty and very nutritious product, but it should not be the main component of the diet. Lard contains all kinds of fatty acids, fat-soluble vitamin D and E, choline. These components take part in the hormonal, nervous, antioxidant and immune systems in the body.

Cholesterol contained in lard is a component of the building framework of cells. In 100 g of the product contains from 70 to 100 mg of cholesterol, with a daily human requirement of 300-400 mg.

Spelt

Spelt is a cereal known in Russia for centuries, underestimated on the modern table and gaining popularity in recent years. In terms of nutritional characteristics, it is far superior to wheat. Spelt contains useful substances not only in the shell, but also in the fruit layer and endosperm. Because of this cereal even in crushed form retains its properties.

It contains vitamin B6, which regulates fat metabolism. Due to this, lipids do not accumulate in the body in large quantities. The fiber contained in the grains improves intestinal function. And nicotinic acid is responsible for stimulating the adrenal glands. Spelt is a hearty version of a side dish that goes well with meat.

Like most cereals, this one contains gluten. Therefore, people with intolerance to this protein should refuse such dishes – it is better to replace them with buckwheat.

Vegetable cream soup

Vegetable soups have a positive effect on the work of the gastrointestinal tract, since they contain a large amount of fiber.

Ingredients can be parsnips, celery, asparagus beans, peas, peppers, broccoli, cauliflower, pumpkin. There are many options, it all depends on taste preferences. And for broth, it is better to choose lean varieties of meat or poultry.

The dishes we eat are a part of culture, the development of society, habits and preferences within the family, as well as climatic conditions of the area. Nowadays, everyone has a choice of what and how much to eat. Therefore, it is necessary to understand how foods and the dishes prepared from them affect the body and to consciously choose healthier ones.