Emma Miller
Porridge has long been considered a necessary dish on the table, often even replacing bread, in addition, it was the only stable source of all nutrients.
The benefits of cereals were undeniable, but the rice was expensive and buckwheat was considered a festive dish. But oats, barley, millet, wheat, and rye were plentiful. Cereals were not boiled but steamed in the oven – so healthier.
Such porridge preserved all vitamins and minerals, eliminated toxins, normalized the pressure and the level of cholesterol in the blood, and contributed to weight loss.
Rice porridge
A cereal that the world associates with the East are one of the most effective for weight loss. Grains contain “slow” carbohydrates, as well as an essential set of vitamins, minerals, and trace elements, such as zinc, magnesium, potassium, calcium, and phosphorus. Rice removes excess water and toxins from the body and may well replace meat for vegetarians. Rice porridge is indicated for those who have gastrointestinal problems, as it has a hardening effect. If there are no gastrointestinal problems, you can eat rice with vegetables.
The daily norm of rice is 150 grams, and brown rice is considered to be the most useful of all kinds of rice.
Buckwheat porridge
Just like rice, it removes toxins, excessive cholesterol, and heavy metals from the body. It is considered a record-breaker among other cereals in terms of iron content, so it strengthens bones. This porridge is recommended by doctors for diabetics, as buckwheat has a low glycemic index – the effect of food on blood sugar levels. In this case, it is equal to 50-55 units. Buckwheat contains vitamins A, E, and B, as well as trace elements: potassium, magnesium, zinc, and phosphorus.
Buckwheat helps to reduce blood pressure, is easily digested by the body, and strengthens the immune system. You can boil buckwheat in water and milk.
Oatmeal
Cereal, which all nutritionists recommend eating for breakfast. It contains a lot of fiber, so it flushes sugar from the blood and removes toxins. It has potassium, calcium, magnesium, iodine, fluorine, and other useful trace elements. It normalizes the digestive process. Oatmeal is necessary for those who suffer from diabetes or gout and has liver disease.
Oatmeal for breakfast is not only a guarantee of health for hair and nails but also a stable work of the thyroid gland.
Millet porridge
This cereal is practically unprocessed, so it contains intact fiber. It is recommended for regular use by people with diabetes and diseases of the cardiovascular system. It contains useful minerals: copper, magnesium, potassium, manganese, iron, and use carbohydrates. It removes toxins and heavy metals from the body. Reduces blood cholesterol levels, and cleanses blood vessels.
One of the clear advantages of millet porridge is its high vitamin D content, which strengthens hair and nails and helps to fight avitaminosis.
Manna porridge
The most controversial cereal. As a child, many of us were fed it, arguing that it is useful in terms of weight gain. Manka is high in calories, so with its help, it is really possible to add a few pounds. In addition, it can be eaten even with rotavirus infection or poisoning, especially if boiled semolina in water, but not with milk. It has a positive effect on hair and nails and strengthens the immune system and the nervous system. But you should not use it more than twice a week.
Manna grits are completely purified and polished, in addition, leach vitamin D from the body. This is what children’s therapists emphasize, answering the question, “Can semolina porridge children.”
Corn porridge
Affects the body both positively and negatively. Cereal is rich in fiber and amino acids, and also contains iron and silicon. It removes toxins from the body and improves the functioning of the nervous system. Reduces gas formation in the blood and does not create fermentation in the stomach. So, dishes of corn porridge will please those who want to have a thin waistline.
Cereal increases the immune responses of the body, but it is quickly digested, which is bad for weight.
Pearl and barley porridge
Nutritionists recommend these two types of cereals for those who are constantly struggling with extra pounds or have to diet for health reasons. It contains a special substance – lysine, which can destroy viruses and germs. Also, lysine promotes the rapid production of collagen, which affects the condition of the skin. Like almost all of the above-mentioned cereals, pearl barley, and barley contain fiber, which removes toxins from the body.
The difference between pearl and barley porridge is that the first is made from the same barley grains, only pre-processed. Pearl porridge in the multicooker is no worse than the one boiled on the stove. You can cook such groats at your discretion.
