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Mercadona kefir, healthy for everyone

El Mercadona kefir is rampaging. And, it is that, there are few people who have not yet tried it and enjoyed its benefits. Since it is one of the best diuretic supplements. Don't you know him yet? We present it to you.

Kefir from Mercadona

It seems that Mercadona's objective is to bring us food products from all over the world and at fairly cheap prices. This time they have succeeded with the Mercadona kefir. It differs from the rest by being one of the best rated for their consumers. Besides, his price is much lower to the rest. Likewise, it offers three varieties: kefir with a mild flavor, vanilla and mango flavor.

The first thing we are going to comment on is basic Mercadona kefir. That is, the mild flavor. It was the first modality that was commercialized and, today, it is the more popular. Its taste is reminiscent of Greek yogurt, although it is a bit more acid. If you don't like acidity, don't worry! For that you have the second modality of kefir. This is vanilla flavored. Its texture and preparation is identical to the basic one. However, vanilla essence is added for a sweeter touch.

Mercadona kefir
Hacendado brand kefir / source: instagram user @ cremadeavelas

Lastly, Mercadona mango kefir. This one has the objective of moving you to the most tropical flavors. It is elaborated in order to be consumed as a drink, for this reason it has a more liquid texture. The fashion product has a fairly affordable price that depends on its modality. All three come in one half kilo jar. The soft one and the mango one cost the same. Bone has a price between 1,20 and 1,45 euros, depending on the autonomous community. While the vanilla one is a bit more expensive, costing $2,19.

But what is kefir?

To begin to get an idea of ​​what kefir is, we comment that it is also known as Bulgarian yogurt. It is a fermented milk that has a large amount of health benefits. On high bacteria content y yeast makes it a probiotic food. Which means that it is a food that contains live microorganisms intended to maintain or improve the "good" bacteria of the body. This is how the Mayo Clinic defines it.

These microorganisms improve the intestinal flora, support the immune system and improve intestinal transit. But it does not stop there, exactly, the consumption of kefir is beneficial because:

  • decreases constipation
  • fights inflammation
  • Improves digestion
  • It helps you lose weight
  • combat osteoporosis
  • prevent and combat gastritis
  • strengthens the immune system

However, not recommended for everyone. Especially for people who suffer from gastrointestinal cancer. Thus, its fermentation causes a small alcohol production. Therefore it is not plausible for those who have fatty liver.

Do you really lose weight?

Nutritionist Tatiana Zanin assures that kefir YES it can help you lose weight. He argues that it is low in calories, since it only contains 37 per hundred grams. “Kefir helps loosen the stomach. Therefore, it is evacuated more regularly and it is possible to notice that the belly is less swollen In the first week. But for weight loss to be lasting, you must follow a diet to lose weight and practice exercises regularly".

Can be consumed once a day at the time you prefer. Both in the meals and dinners as in breakfasts and snacks as a substitute for milk or yogurt. In this way, you help your body to combat constipation and inflammation caused by dairy. However, it should be noted that excessive consumption can cause abdominal pain. As well as diarrhea. That's why Zanin recommends one glass, or 240 milliliters, per day.

Mercadona kefir
kefir / source: instagram user @ entresano.supersaludable

Kefir is a product on the rise thanks to its flavor, but, above all, for its countless benefits. In addition, the price for which Mercadona's kefir is offered does not show more than its accessibility. Without a doubt, we are going to go to our nearest Mercadona to buy a bottle of this product. And you? Have you already tried it?

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