Fermented beverages made from bread have been known in Russia for centuries, and they are becoming more popular in this country as well. The probiotic fermentation drink Brottrunk
has health-promoting properties and can help, for example, with constipation, intestinal complaints or colds. Read here what in bread drunkenness
and how healthy it really is.
What is bread drunkenness
?
Bread Drunkenness
is made from the ingredients water and wholemeal bread (natural sourdough from organically grown cereals). Fermentation set in motion by lactic acid bacteria (lactobacilli) produces lactic acid, which causes a lowering of the pH value and is thus responsible for the typically sour taste of the drink. Even though fermented beverages made from bread exist in many different forms, bread drink is
is a protected trademark and is always produced according to a recipe developed by master baker Wilhelm Kanne. The drink can be bought in health food stores, drugstores or health food stores.
Probiotics in bread drink
Bread Drink
Is one of the probiotic foods. These contain special microorganisms called probiotics. Probiotics are able to reach the intestine alive. To do so, they must be sufficiently tolerant of stomach and bile acids and resistant to digestive enzymes. For example, strains of the genera Lactobacillus (lactic acid bacteria) and Bifidobacteria serve as probiotics. The probiotic beverage bread drink
Contains the lactic acid bacterium Lactobacillus reuteri, among others.
Effect on the cholesterol level
To the bread drink
are ascribed most different effects on the health. For example, it is said to help lower cholesterol levels. In a study with mice the lactic acid bacterium caused a lowering of the Cholesterinspiegels, and/or prevented its rise. Unlike most lactic acid bacteria, the cholesterol-lowering effect persisted even after the probiotic diet was discontinued. Thus, Lactobacillus reuteri has a lasting effect on cholesterol levels.
So bread drunkenness works
On the health
The in bread drunkenness
Contained lactic acid can also strengthen the immune system. In addition, it stimulates the intestinal movements and thus has a digestive effect, such as diarrhea or constipation. In addition, the fermented beverage can possibly support the treatment of chronic diseases such as neurodermatitis or psoriasis, as reported by the German Neurodermatitis Association, among others. Furthermore a bread drunkenness is to
-urge against hay fever and asthma help as well as the healing of acne accelerate. Also with the external application, for instance for the fight of foot fungus, concerning already good experiences made.
Suitable for weight loss?
Bread drink
has a decidedly low energy content of 6 kilocalories per 100 milliliters. In addition to its health-promoting properties, it is therefore also suitable as a low-calorie thirst quencher if you want to lose weight and are looking for a change from drinking mineral water or tea. Due to the digestive effect of lactic acid as well as its positive effect on the intestinal flora, Brottrunk is
is also used for fasting and detoxification as well as for intestinal cleansing. Even for the detoxification of the liver the Trunk is used.
Ingredients of bread drink
Bread drink
has some other valuable ingredients besides probiotic lactic acid bacteria, enzymes and yeasts, for example:
- Minerals such as zinc, iron, magnesium and manganese.
- Vitamins such as vitamin B1, B2 and B12
- Amino acids such as proline and leucine
However, all nutrients are not contained in too large quantities, so the drink does not contribute particularly to the supply of minerals and vitamins.
Application: What to consider?
Supporters of the drink recommend, bread drink.
to drink daily, so that the intestine is continuously supplied with the lactic acid bacteria. The manufacturer advises drinking a small glass (0.1 to 0.2 liters) at a time with meals. In terms of taste, the drink is often compared with sauerkraut juice. Those who do not like the sour taste can dilute the drink with water or apple juice. In addition, it is advisable to bread drunkenness
always chilled to drink and store – in the refrigerator, the drink can be kept for about eight days after opening.Despite the sour taste and a pH value of about 3.0, bread drunkenness acts
In the body, by the way, alkaline.
Origin of bread drink
The tradition of fermenting bread with water originated in Russia. However, this so-called kvass contains a lot of alcohol and translates as “sour drink”. The bread drink sold in Germany since 1981.
on the other hand, is produced using lactic acid, i.e. without the development of alcohol. It is not only alcohol-free, but also vegan.
