How to prepare and take basil weight loss products

Leafy vegetables can help you control weight and shed those extra inches around your waist and hips, even for those who are inactive.

Basil has dietary properties. Despite the fact that this is a spice that is usually used as an addition to the main dish, nutritionists recommend using it as often as possible. It suppresses appetite, provides fast and long-lasting satiety, promotes better absorption of proteins and other nutrients, and regulates insulin production. However, before using basil for weight loss, you must exclude possible contraindications to use.

Chemical composition

The obvious advantage of fresh basil for weight loss is low calorie content. (23 kcal per 100 g). There is practically no fat (0.6 g) in it, but protein (3.2 g) and carbohydrates (1.1 g), which the body needs for saturation, are present in large quantities.

Basil glycemic index - 5 units... This means that the product is digested slowly, gradually supplying blood with glucose, reduces the load on the pancreas, ensures even energy consumption, and prevents the accumulation of fatty deposits.

Basil grown without the use of nitrates contains many valuable substances.

Vitamin content per 100 g:

• A - 264 μg;
• beta-carotene - 3.142 mg;
• beta-cryptoxanthin - 46 mcg;
• lutein + zeaxanthin - 5650 mcg;
• B1 - 0.034 mg;
• B2 - 0.076 mg;
• B4 - 11.4 mg;
• B5 - 0.209 mg;
• B6 - 0.155 mg;
• B9 - 68 mcg;
• C - 18 mg;
• E - 0.8 mg;
• K - 414.8 mcg;
• PP - 0.902 mg;
• betaine - 0.4 mg.

Macronutrients (in 100 g):

• potassium - 295 mg;
• calcium - 177 mg;
• magnesium - 64 mg;
• sodium - 4 mg;
• sulfur - 31.5 mg;
• phosphorus - 56 mg.

Trace elements (in 100 g):

• iron - 3.17 mg;
• manganese - 1.148 mg;
• copper - 385 mcg;
• selenium - 0.3 mcg;
• zinc - 0.81 mg.

The basilica contains oleic, palmitic, stearic, linoleic, linolenic, omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids. Carbohydrate composition: fructose, glucose and galactose. There are dietary fiber and organic acids.

Weight loss benefits of basil leaves and seeds

Basil seeds and leaves contain useful substances that are important for weight loss in an assimilable form and improvement of the body:

• pectin naturally cleanses the intestines from accumulated toxins and toxins, improves digestion, normalizes metabolism, eliminates constipation and gas formation;
• fiber removes excess cholesterol, stimulates intestinal peristalsis, maintains intestinal microbiocenosis and prevents the development of dysbiosis, provides quick satiety, suppresses hunger, so the amount of food eaten decreases, and a person loses weight;
• folic acid activates the breakdown of fatty deposits, stimulates metabolism, removes toxic substances from the body;
• vitamin C is involved in metabolism, supports oxidative reactions, increases endurance and performance, increases energy expenditure;
• rutin has a pronounced antioxidant effect, improves the absorption of vitamin C, enhances blood circulation, strengthens capillaries, reduces swelling;
• proteins serve as a source of energy for muscle tissues, contribute to the normal absorption of vitamins and minerals;
• complex carbohydrates provide the human body with energy for a long time without provoking fat deposition;
• fatty acids regulate the synthesis of hormones, ensure the functioning of the nervous system, and help to better tolerate the diet.

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Minerals are actively involved in metabolism: manganese regulates the metabolism of fats, amino acids and carbohydrates, potassium is necessary for the conduction of nerve impulses, copper increases the absorption of proteins and carbohydrates.

Basil has a diuretic effect: reduces body fluids, neutralizes puffiness, reduces waist and hips. At the same time, it has a mild effect, removes fluid without discomfort, does not disturb the balance of sodium and calcium.

Council. In order for basil to have the maximum effect when losing weight, nutritionists recommend 4-5 days before the start of the diet to reduce the load on the digestive system: limit fatty and fried foods, semi-finished products, smoked meats, sweets, sugary carbonated drinks, alcohol, white bread and flour.

Basil is a powerful antioxidant with anti-inflammatory properties and slows down the aging process. With regular use, the spice has a beneficial effect on the skin condition: it reduces the appearance of cellulite, tones and refreshes the skin of the face, and stimulates the production of collagen.

Basil normalizes blood flow, improves blood viscosity and fluidity, cleanses blood vessels and kidneys, normalizes the functions of the pancreas and gallbladder, which also contributes to weight loss.

How to take basil seeds for weight loss

Basil has a pleasant smell, its leaves and seeds are used as a condiment to sauces, soups, meat dishes, to add aroma to cold appetizers and vegetable salads. When losing weight, all parts of the plant are used fresh or dried; infusion, tea and lemonade are prepared from the fruits.

Seed infusion

Such the drink is perfect for breakfast... It does not overload the gastrointestinal tract, fills with energy for a long time, without converting carbohydrates into fat deposits. It is easy and quick to prepare, does not require culinary skills and financial costs.

To prepare a drink, you will need 100 ml of warm water and 1 tbsp. l. basil seeds. The seeds are poured with water and left for 10-15 minutes to swell. It is consumed by adding to yogurt or low-fat kefir.

Tea

Tea used to improve digestion... It will complement any diet, as it enhances the effectiveness of weight loss. Tea tones, refreshes, dulls the feeling of hunger, saturates the body with vitamins and minerals that are necessary to feel vigorous and healthy.

The tea recipe is simple:

1. Remove the basil leaves from the twig, wash until clear water.
2. Pour the leaves into a thermos or ceramic container and pour 500 ml of boiling water.
3. Leave covered for 20 minutes.
4. Drink the drink during the day in small portions.

Optionally add 1 tsp to tea. honey, mint, lemon balm, lemon.

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Basil salad

Ingredients:

• zucchini (zucchini) - 2 pcs. medium size;
• green beans - 250 g;
• bell pepper - 1 pc.;
• garlic - 1-2 cloves;
• basil leaves - 50 g;
• cherry tomato - 4-5 pcs.;
• spices to taste;
• vegetable oil for dressing - 1 tbsp. l .;
• garden herbs to choose from - parsley, dill, lettuce.

Recipe:

1. Boil the green beans and zucchini until soft. Cut the zucchini into strips.
2. Peel the bell peppers and cut into strips.
3. Cut the cherry tomatoes into quarters, chop the garlic.
4. In a salad bowl, mix basil leaves, tomatoes, peppers, zucchini, green beans, season with vegetable oil and spices to taste. Decorate with finely chopped herbs.

Lemonade

To make lemonade you will need:

• basil - 4 branches;
• ginger root - 30-40 g;
• lemon - 1 pc.;
• water - 200 ml;
• dry yeast - 10 g.

Ginger and lemon have a negative calorie content, activate metabolism, enhance the beneficial and dietary properties of the spice.

How to make lemonade:

1. Rinse the ginger root, dry it, peel it, chop it with a blender, grater or meat grinder.
2. Squeeze out the lemon juice.
3. In an airtight container, mix all the ingredients: water, yeast, lemon juice, grated ginger, basil leaves, stir. Leave with the lid closed for a day at room temperature. Then keep in the refrigerator for another day.

Limitations and contraindications

Basil is not used for weight loss in case of individual intolerance. Absolutely healthy people practice such a diet.

Among the relative contraindications:

• children and old age;
• pregnancy and the period of breastfeeding;
• diseases of the gastrointestinal tract, especially in the acute stage;
• an increased level of gastric acidity;
• severe gallstone disease;
• infectious diseases;
• epilepsy;
• recovery period after surgery.

With a competent approach to losing weight, basil has practically no drawbacks... The diet is based on a decrease in the daily calorie content of the diet, the exclusion of fatty and fried foods, smoked meats, sweets, confectionery, alcohol against the background of an increased intake of fresh and dried basil, decoctions, tea and lemonade from seeds.

Nutrition remains complete and balanced, the body receives in the required amount vitamins, minerals, amino acids necessary to maintain vital processes.

Conclusion

There is no consensus among those who have used basil leaves and seeds for weight loss. The dietary and beneficial properties of the product are not enough to get rid of significant excess weight. Losing weight mainly occurs due to the elimination of excess fluid, cleaning the body of toxins and toxins.

To correct body weight, it is necessary to follow the principles of a healthy diet: eat often and in small portions, observe a drinking regimen, correctly combine products, choose options for dishes that provide for gentle heat treatment, and connect physical activity.