- Benefits
- Getting Ready
- Variations
- Safety Precautions
Not a single holiday table is complete without kiwi: fruit salads, cocktails, and berry pie fillings. But we are interested in its advantages for weight loss. Nutritionists have long included the “Chinese gooseberry,” as it is sometimes called, on the list of “healthy” products. We will tell you about a fasting day on it.
Benefits
This berry is native to China. The wild ancestor of modern plants was brought to New Zealand, where, after careful selection, it acquired the taste and appearance which are known today to millions of fans. The fruits are valued for their unusual taste: a mix of gooseberry, banana, melon, strawberry, apple, and pineapple. Their benefit lies in their unique composition and calorie content.
Low calorie content
100 g contains only 50 kcal. Such calorie content is equal to zero. All energy is spent on the very process of digestion. Therefore, a kiwi can be eaten in unlimited quantities without worrying about weight. For a fasting day, 1 kg is usually recommended. This is 500 kcal.
Biologically active substances
Contains the unique enzyme actinidin, similar in properties to digestive enzymes. It breaks down proteins and speeds up metabolism. Body fat is consumed faster, and the kilograms go away. Kiwi is very good to eat with meat and other “heavy” dishes.
Dietary fiber
Practically not digested. Passing through the intestines, they “hook” all the toxins which accumulate there due to malnutrition. When losing weight, the amount of such harmful substances increases. After their removal, food digestion improves, toxic effects are eliminated, and the heaviness in the stomach disappears.
Biochemical treasury
Everyone knows about the benefits of vitamins and minerals. Let’s talk about what makes the kiwi stand out from the general range of fruits and berries:
- A huge amount of vitamin C. 100 g contains the daily norm. This is more than in all citrus fruits and bell peppers. It is not directly related to weight loss, but such a “bonus” is very useful for the immune system.
- Vitamin E is a natural antioxidant which slows down the aging process and prevents the formation of atypical tumor cells. Contained in high-calorie products – eggs, nuts, oily fish. People who watch their figure usually do not use such a menu, which leads to a deficiency of vitamin E. Kiwi can solve this problem.
- Nicotinic acid (PP) reduces the level of triglycerides and cholesterol in the blood. For those who suffer from severe forms of obesity, this is vital (prevention of heart attack, stroke, diabetes).
- Of the trace elements for weight loss, iodine is especially important. It is necessary for the thyroid gland, without the normal functioning of which weight control is impossible.
The composition is also rich in vitamins A, group B (B1, B6, B12, B5), calcium, potassium, magnesium, and phosphorus. Such diversity, combined with low calorie content, guarantees an excellent result in losing weight without harm to health. But the lack of nutrients is the main reason why nutritionists do not welcome diets.
Getting Ready
In order to get the maximum effect (you can lose up to 1.5 kg of weight per day), it is important to prepare properly:
- On the eve, stop eating fatty and “harmful” products (exclude products with dyes, preservatives, fried, and smoked dishes).
- The last meal is no later than 6 PM; it is better if it is just a glass of kefir.
- Prepare 2 liters of still mineral water and 1 kg of kiwi in advance.
How to choose a quality product?
Surely, each of us in our life has at least once bought unripe fruits. What a disappointment, when instead of a delicious delicacy, you get something that goes straight to the trash? In order not to be mistaken anymore, remember simple rules:
- By consistency, we choose the golden mean: too hard – these are unripe, but very soft ones are most likely overripe or even spoiled.
- By color: we look for an even greenish-protective color and light fluff. If there are dark spots or uneven “hair,” it is better not to take such ones.
- By smell: fresh fruits do not smell. With long storage, a “wine” smell appears – this is a sign of spoilage.
- A special place is where the stalk was attached. If a drop of juice appears after pressing, storage was incorrect.
- Unnatural coating: it should not be there! This is a sign of mold.
And finally, it is better to buy fruits not in ready-made packaging, but by weight. No wonder they are a little more expensive. In this way, sellers confirm that it is easier to hide spoiled products in ready-made packaging.
Variations
Option 1. Basic
The classic kiwi fasting day includes the following menu:
- Kiwi – 1 kg.
- Chicken breast without skin – 1 piece.
- Still water and green tea – 2 liters.
It is better to boil the meat in the morning on the same day. We divide the products into 6 equal parts. You get one meal every 2 hours. In between, we drink water and tea without sugar.
Why chicken breast?
- This is practically pure protein, which is guaranteed not to be deposited as fat.
- Protein takes longer to digest and causes a longer feeling of fullness.
- It is also an excellent building material for muscle tissue. If you arrange such days regularly and combine them with physical exercises, you can lose 4-6 kg per month and make your figure slim and fit.
How often can unloading be done? Usually, nutritionists recommend once a week. If it is more often, then this is already stress, which can end with a “breakdown” and weight gain.
Option 2. On kiwi and kefir
Kefir is added to the menu as an alternative to meat.
- It contains the same amount of protein.
- It normalizes the work of the intestines, improves the composition of useful microflora.
- It has a pronounced diuretic effect, increasing the loss of kilograms.
It is recommended to drink up to 1 liter of kefir throughout the day. Part of it can be mixed with chopped fruits and made into a cocktail. Minus 1 kg of weight per day is the result.
Option 3. On kiwi and apples
This recipe is suitable for those who like to diversify their diet. Apples can be eaten not only raw, but also baked (of course, without sugar). They have more carbohydrates, which is an additional plus for those with a sweet tooth.
Recipe: products in equal amounts (0.5 kg each, perhaps a little more) are combined in any way. The main thing is to eat 5-6 times a day and drink plenty of water or green tea without sugar.
Option 4. On kiwi and cucumbers
Cucumber unloading is very effective in itself. After all, in terms of calorie content, these vegetables have no equal (only 14 kcal per 100 g). They consist of water (95%) and fiber, which is important for cleaning the intestines from toxins. We are not worried about quantity. Usually, they take 1 kg each in equal parts, but if desired, you can take more.
How to prepare? For lovers of original recipes: finely chop the cucumbers and kiwi (2 pieces, peeled) and beat in a blender. Add 200 ml of
