No Fat Diet - KEFIR

Kefir is a milk beverage which is  little tangy in taste . Kefir being a complete meal in itself  is recommended by many dieticians to include in the diet chart. Its has all the essential  vitamins , minerals , probiotics  and nutrients that make kefir a super rich food and a must in everybody’s  diet plan . Kefir not only helps in weight loss but also nourishes the complete body . It also has healing properties which repairs the damaged cells in the body and makes  our bodies internally  more strong which is why it helps in  loosing  weight  .

Dieting with kefir doesnot require you to starve yourself but if you drink  kefir in breakfast with a fruit of your choice that calls for a high dose of healthy breakfast .  Since it has proteins and calcium in good quantities so one doesnot feel  hungry  after taking  kefir     till lunch time .Regularly consuming kefir in breakfast will not allow fat to get deposited in the body . Kefir also has a  relaxing effect on our nervous system . If you include low-fat kefir( use skimmed milk while making kefir )  in your weight-loss menu and you consume fewer calories than you burn off each day, you should lose weight .

Regularly drinking Kefir helps to reduce BMI , Lower waist circumference and also body fat .One reason for this is kefir’s high protein content. Protein helps you feel full for long periods of time and boosts your body’s energy expenditure and makes you eat less by controlling your mouth .
Whole-milk fruit-flavored kefir products, however, aren’t the best choice for weight loss because they are higher in calories.One cup of plain, low-fat kefir contains about 11 grams of dietary protein.Low-fat kefir, when consumed in recommended quantities, is a healthy addition to a weight-loss meal plan. It makes a convenient between-meal snack that  also helps you meet your dairy requirement. 

If you are following palio’s diet where all dairy products are prohibited you can take kefir since it is 99% lactose free and is easily digestible . Taking kefir will compensate for not taking milk and will also help you in loosing oodles of weight .

Nutritional value of kefir

Probiotics: Kefir is one of the most potent sources of probiotics and can be mixed with smoothies or you can just drink it by itself!

Phosphorus: Kefir gives you an ample supply of phosphorus which helps in utilizing the carbohydrates, fats and proteins for growth of cells, maintenance and energy.

Essential amino acids: Apart from the good bacteria ,  kefir is full of minerals and essential amino acids which help your body heal and maintain bodily functions. Tryptophan, which is known for its relaxing effect on the nervous system, is found abundantly in kefir.

Calcium and magnesium: There is a whole lot of calcium and magnesium which are important minerals for a healthy nervous system.

Vitamins: In addition to being rich in Vitamin B12, B1 and Vitamin K, kefir is the powerhouse of biotin (B Vitamin) which aids the body in assimilating other B Vitamins like folic acid and pantothenic acid. An adequate intake of B Vitamin helps in regulating your kidneys, liver and nervous system which in turn boosts your energy levels and promote longevity and assist in weight loss .