Armed with modern research, nutritionists of the new century are trying to debunk the myths of the past, and some of the assumptions, on the contrary, are confirmed by replenishing our menu with the necessary products! The most useful products for the stomach are the best that we can offer you.
Wheat shoots
With the appearance on the streets of Russian cities of the first people in long orange robes that glorified Krishna, the fashion for vegetarianism came. And with it and all green and autographically grown. Moreover, with the choice of food products in stores, things were not very important. At that time, we still did not know about the benefits of whole grains and bifidobacteria, and therefore in the struggle for the health of the organism in the apartments on the windowsills, small shoots were grown from the grain. Eat a couple of spoons before breakfast or add to the porridge. 25 grams of this product for the composition of trace elements and fiber equated to i kilogram of vegetables. It was believed that shoots are perfectly charged with energy, relieving from attacks of hunger. A chlorophyll, which is part of their composition, restores damaged cells and cleanses the body of toxins. "Indeed, wheat shoots contain the same amount of vitamins and trace elements as dark green vegetables and leaves, but they are not enough fiber. In addition, there are no studies demonstrating the detoxifying effect of chlorophyll. So do not expect this product of great miracles. " In 5 g of the product - from the daily rate of folate and vitamin E, as well as 20% of the norm from iron. The latter fact is especially important for vegetarians.
Bee pollen
Pollen, propolis, royal jelly, in addition to multi-grade honey at the fairs of the late 80's, and offered more exotic products of the life of bees. Pollen adepts of folk medicine were considered the key to longevity. She attributed the properties of aphrodisiac. It was also believed that pollen removes the symptoms of pollinosis and even is able to prevent cancer. In the same years in America and Europe, pollen was advertised as a panacea for hay fever. Sales of pollen are still quite high today: the annual turnover in one America is 104 million dollars. However, scientists are sure: from tearing and squelching nose in the flowering season, it will not save you. "Pollen does not relieve allergy symptoms. Moreover, she herself can cause allergic reactions in people sensitive to honey derivatives. " One teaspoon of pollen contains about 4% of the daily norm of vitamin B, as well as vitamins E and C.
Tea mushroom
EPA. In the 70-80s in Russia, perhaps, there was not a single house where a three-liter jar with a jelly-like living substance and a cloudy liquid, which any guest was immediately offered to try, would not stand on the window or refrigerator. It was believed that a mixture of tea, sugar and mushroom yeast contains a megadosis of B group vitamins and probiotics. According to many, an effervescent drink improved vision and contributed to the normalization of digestion, greatly improving immunity. Celebrities like Cameron Diaz returned the tea mushroom to its former glory. Preliminary experiments on animals have proved the former assumptions: the fungus really copes well with digestive problems and affects vision, but, according to scientists, this is not proof of its usefulness for people. A drink made at home can be dangerous to your health. Soiled soil mushroom can cause an increase in acidity and a heart attack. "A tea mushroom is a very useful and tasty drink. However, do not expect miracles from him. "
Wheat germ ERA
This product for a couple of years firmly established in our menu in the late nineties. Then, with the first wave of fashion for a healthy lifestyle and the emergence of the word wellness in our vocabulary, there were also useful supplements to nutrition. Fans of a healthy lifestyle believed that this product helps to fight with extra pounds: B vitamins start metabolism, and the oil in the embryo strengthens the muscular system. In addition, the product was considered as an excellent source of vitamin E, so important for the beauty of the skin. Do not expect that from the portion of the buds the crow's feet will be smoothed out and the round barrel will disappear in a moment. But this product, indeed, is a real pantry of health. Add a couple of spoons to the porridge or baking dough if you're going to bake a pie. 1/4 cup contains 4 g of fiber, 25% of the daily norm of vitamin B6 and the same amount of protein as in a glass of milk.
Spirulina
Blue-green algae, growing on the bottom of fresh lakes, collected and pressed into small pills, gained popularity in the mid-90s as an effective assistant in the fight against excess weight. Producers pointed to a large amount of protein, the overwhelming hunger, and a huge number of microelements that protect against diabetes, anemia, peptic ulcer and liver diseases. A few studies that were conducted did not prove the statements of producers. In fact, the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) debunked the myth of the miraculous power of spirulina. "However, seaweed contains high levels of beta-carotene, B vitamins and trace elements such as iron and copper." After a month of taking the drug, your waistline is unlikely to be thinner, but one spoonful of spirulina contains up to 4 grams of protein, which can help overcome excessive appetite.