What can you eat while breastfeeding - why should the diet not be severely limited? Lentils are a valuable nutritious product for a nursing mother.

Finally, the long-awaited moment has arrived, and a woman with a newborn baby is returning home from the maternity hospital. The first and very important question that plagues young mothers concerns proper diet. What foods can you eat without worrying about the little person’s health? Do lentils, which were previously often used in the diet, pose any harm during breastfeeding? Let's consider this product and its effect on infants.

Composition and beneficial properties of the product

Lentils are one of the representatives of legumes. One third of its composition is protein. This product is very popular among vegetarians who use it as a substitute for meat dishes. Lentils also contain amino acids, one of which is isoleucine. It is this substance that cannot be produced by itself in the human body. Isoleucine can only be obtained from food. Lentils are also rich in lysine, the lack of which leads to a weakened immune system.

Lentils are also beneficial for females. It contains isoflavones, the presence of which in the body minimizes the risk of developing breast cancer. Lentils are also rich in iron, which is an excellent prevention of anemia.

Experts advise women who are carrying a baby under their hearts to eat lentils. This product contains a substance useful for pregnant women, such as folic acid. For women who are breastfeeding, as well as for other lentil lovers, this product is an excellent prevention against heart disease and vascular damage, colitis and diabetes.

Lentils, despite their nutritional value, contain virtually no fat and are considered a low-calorie product. If a nursing mother eats it, she can be sure that her body has all the necessary vitamins and other substances. Also, lentils do not have a negative effect on the figure, but, on the contrary, help restore harmony and fit.

Contraindications

Despite all its beneficial qualities, lentils also have a number of contraindications. Not all women can introduce this product into their diet. Due to their high fiber content, lentils may not be a regular food choice for people who:

• have problems with the gastrointestinal tract;
• suffer from joint diseases;
• affected by gout;
• have a disease such as biliary dyskinesia.

If you eat a large amount of lentils, it can cause flatulence. This problem has a very bad effect on the condition of the nursing mother and child. Therefore, before introducing this legume into your diet, it is recommended to consult your pediatrician in advance. The specialist, taking into account the child’s health condition, will give useful recommendations to the mother.

Absolutely all legumes can cause bloating in people. Breastfeeding women are no exception. Lentils also have this unpleasant property. Therefore, you need to include it in your diet during pregnancy so that the body gets used to such an interesting product.

Lentils have several varieties:

• beluga;
• Egyptian;
• green;
• brown.

The important point is not the choice of the type of lentils to eat, but what quality it is. You should purchase only whole grains that do not have any surface defects or unpleasant odors.

If a woman did not have any problems with eating lentils while carrying a baby, then most likely everything will be fine while breastfeeding. However, experts advise all nursing mothers to follow a few simple recommendations for consuming this legume during lactation:

1. Do not introduce lentils into the diet until the baby is three months old. This is the case if the product is new and the mother did not try it during pregnancy. This is important due to the fact that the digestive system in children is poorly developed. Therefore, you should not put it at risk by giving your baby untested products.
2. For the first time, it is better not to eat lentil grains, but to cook broth. A portion of such broth should not exceed one scoop.
3. After lentils have been introduced into the diet, the child’s condition should be closely monitored for the first 24 hours so as not to miss any changes in the functioning of his gastrointestinal tract. A nursing woman should be sure that lentils do not cause colic or flatulence in the baby.
4. After the broth, you can eat the grains themselves, but at first there should not be more than 10 - 15 pieces. After taking them, you also need to carefully monitor the child. If everything is in order, then within a day the amount of lentils consumed can already be increased.
5. You cannot eat more than 30 grains per day.

Lentils are perfect as an addition to vegetable stew; it is a wonderful side dish for meat or fish. This product does not cause allergies, which is important for women during breastfeeding. Of course, there are isolated cases when a child develops itching or skin rashes. If this happens, lentils should be immediately excluded from the diet. You can try to introduce it into your diet again no earlier than a month later, adhering to all the recommendations described above.

Video: how to cook and cook lentils

Over the past decades, lentils have gained popularity and found their way into a variety of diets. It is recommended by doctors as a valuable product rich in vitamins and advised by trainers as a low-calorie vegetable protein. Plus, it has a rich, bean-like flavor with a nutty flavor that gives old dishes a new twist. However, lentils also have contraindications, and they especially apply to nursing mothers. Of course, you shouldn’t give up healthy grains, but you will have to follow some rules.

Lentils: An Ancient Source of Nutrients

Lentils are one of the oldest products that not only survived the ancient Egyptians, ancient Greeks and Romans from the times of the empire, but also quite successfully reached the present day, and has also gained considerable popularity in the wake of a healthy lifestyle, vegetarianism, paleo diets and other nutrition systems. Archaeologists discover lentil seeds during excavations of Bronze Age settlements; lentil soup was served at the table of Ramses II, and bread was even placed in crypts. The Greeks, Romans, Hindus and residents of Asian countries have long been familiar with lentils, since they alone can replace many dishes due to their unique composition. In Rus', they became acquainted with this product in the 14th century, but somehow did not get into it (apparently thanks to the already poor diet). Today, this plant is grown in Australia and Canada and eaten throughout the world. Let's figure out why these grains are so useful.

Lentils are one of the oldest crops

Lentil seeds differ from legumes in their unique ratio of proteins, fats and carbohydrates. 100 grams of lentils contain 295 kcal, of which 60% are carbohydrates, 30% are proteins and 10% are fats. This is an almost ideal ratio for your entire daily diet! Athletes working to build muscle adhere to the following ratio: proteins - 30-40%, carbohydrates - 30-50%, fats - 10-20%, so for an ordinary working person, lentils can cover the daily requirement of nutrients.

In addition, lentils contain B vitamins:

• B3, also known as nicotinic acid, thanks to which the body can absorb vitamin C;
• B1, also known as thiamine, has a beneficial effect on the functioning of the nervous system and heart, and also improves the functioning of the gastrointestinal tract;
• B2 is a unique riboflavin that takes part in the production of red blood cells; without it, problems with the thyroid gland and reproductive function arise and thanks to which our hair, skin and nails look healthy.

Lentils are rich in macronutrients. It contains copper, which is especially valuable for the female body, as well as phosphorus, potassium and calcium, magnesium, iodine, zinc, iron, manganese and silicon. Moreover, surprisingly, after heat treatment, most of all useful substances are preserved. Even more surprising is that the condition of the soil is not reflected in lentils: it simply does not absorb harmful substances from it!

Thanks to the large amount of fiber, lentils perfectly cleanse the intestines, help cope with constipation and have a beneficial effect on the functioning of the stomach. Lentil dishes improve metabolic processes, which is especially pleasing to those losing weight and watching their weight. The regular presence of lentils in the menu helps strengthen blood vessels, reduce the amount of glucose in the blood, and is also an excellent prevention of liver disease and kidney stones. It is believed that lentil soups and breads even reduce the risk of cancer, in particular breast tumors. Lentil flour, by the way, can also be used externally: mixed with yolk, it speeds up the healing process of wounds, and with oil it helps remove the consequences of burns. It is difficult to overestimate the benefits of lentils, however, nursing mothers have their own biochemistry and their own rules, which we will try to understand.

What the mother eats is what the child receives: how to introduce lentils into the diet

This is the main rule that all mothers should remember during breastfeeding. And the younger the child, the stronger his reaction to various foods can be. Lentils are a very suitable product for nursing mothers:

• does not cause allergies;
• quickly saturates and restores strength (and this is important for the mother of a baby);
• stimulates the growth and development of the baby thanks to a large amount of protein.

Nevertheless, some caution is still needed, because lentils are legumes and can cause, for example, bloating and flatulence, and in some particularly sensitive children, colic. Therefore, for lentils, the golden rule for introducing new products into the diet of a nursing mother is true: first try a little, wait two days, then you can gradually increase the dose.

So, some simple rules:

• in the first three months of a baby’s life, it is better not to eat lentils, like any other controversial foods;
• First, try lentil soup without grains (the broth itself) - a couple of spoons, and then watch the child for two days. If everything went smoothly, you can move on to the grains;
• try the grains, the first time - a maximum of 10 pieces, and again wait two days. If the child feels well, increase the portion to 25 seeds;
• if the first test is followed by a negative reaction from the baby, do not be upset: wait 4 weeks and try again, after all, the child’s stomach gets stronger and gets used to new things very quickly;
• Do not eat lentils under any circumstances if there is the slightest doubt that they are fully cooked - the more cooked they are, the easier it will be digested by the baby along with milk;
• Remember to rinse the grains thoroughly before cooking.

It is worth giving up lentil dishes during periods of dysbacteriosis in the mother or baby, as well as in cases of biliary dyskinesia.

Variety in a mother’s diet is not only her good mood, but also a guarantee that the grown-up child will love a variety of dishes made from interesting ingredients. So eat lentil soup and porridge, complement them with vegetables and enjoy moments of closeness with your baby!

How to choose and store lentils correctly

Brown, red, green, as well as yellow, Puy, Beluga, French - all these are different varieties of lentils, each tasty and healthy in its own way. What should a nursing mother choose? With varieties, everything is simple: the richer the color, the faster the grains cook and boil.

Green lentils will be quite hard, almost uncooked and retain their shape. Red beans are great for Asian cuisine and turn a beautiful yellow color when cooked. Well, yellow lentils are soft and boil well; they are added to the soup for thickness. Black "beluga" and French, with the aroma of pepper, are almost not overcooked, they can be added to salads, soups and side dishes.

So the choice of variety depends only on taste preferences, but in order to choose high-quality grains, you will have to pay attention. Buy lentils by weight or in clear packaging so you can see the grains. They should be approximately the same size, neat and even. There should be no plaque, let alone mold, on the grains! If possible, smell the lentils; they should smell pleasantly like legumes or nuts; there should be no extra “aroma” of earth or dampness. If you can’t smell it, make sure that the color is uniform and the grains flow easily in the package without sticking to each other.

The grains should be approximately the same size

Do not store lentils in the same packaging you bought them in to avoid mold and bugs. Place the beans into a dry glass container with a tight-fitting lid. It is necessary to store lentils in a dark and dry place - the less sunlight it gets, the better.

Delicious lentil soup and other recipes

It would not be an exaggeration to say that you can cook anything from lentils: soups, side dishes, bread and even desserts. But still, lentil soup is the most common dish - it is hearty, easy to digest and easy to prepare. The basic recipe involves preparing the soup with light chicken broth, and it can be replaced with vegetable, meat or fish at your discretion.

For 6 servings of lentil soup you will need:

• chicken fillet - 800 g;
• lentils (it’s better to use yellow ones, but any will do); - 400 g;
• potatoes - 400 g;
• onions - 2 heads;
• carrots - 2 pcs.;
• celery - 4 stalks;
• bell pepper - 2 pcs. (you can take different colors, but be careful with red while feeding your baby);
• olive oil - 4 tbsp. l.;
• bay leaf - 4 pcs.;
• turmeric - 1 tsp. (not necessary, may affect the taste of milk);
• salt, pepper, herbs - to taste.

The lentils need to be washed and soaked in cold water for 10–15 minutes. While it is standing in the water, wash, peel and cut the vegetables into cubes. The washed and towel-dried chicken fillet also needs to be cut into not very large pieces. Next proceed as follows:

1. Heat half the olive oil in a frying pan, wok or heavy-bottomed saucepan.
2. Fry the chicken on it until almost done.
3. Add the lentils soaked in cold water for 15 minutes, stir and add hot water to cover the mixture by about an inch.
4. Cook for about 30–40 minutes, depending on the type of grain.
5. In the second half of the oil, sauté the carrots and onions for about 3-4 minutes, then add the bell pepper and celery to the vegetables and sauté the mixture for another two minutes.
6. Mix meat with vegetables in a saucepan, add salt, pepper and turmeric (it, like pepper, can be used if the child is okay with your milk after spicy dishes).
7. Pour in hot water (about 2 liters), add potatoes and bring to a boil.
8. When the future soup boils, add the prepared lentils and bay leaves and leave to simmer for 20–25 minutes.
9. 5 minutes before turning off the soup, add chopped herbs to the pan.

You can have lunch! If desired, you can add tomatoes, Brussels sprouts and cauliflower to the soup. If you like, put a spoonful of sour cream on the plate.

The longer you cook the soup, the thicker it will turn out due to the boiling lentils.

Lentil soups are popular in various cuisines around the world.

Stewed lentils, also known as lentil porridge, are prepared in a similar way:

1. Fry the onions and carrots in vegetable oil until golden brown.
2. Add lentils soaked in cold water for 15 minutes. Stir and add hot water to cover the mixture by about an inch.
3. Cook for approximately 30–40 minutes, depending on the type of grain.

Lentil porridge is a hearty dish, you can eat it in a small portion

The lentil casserole turns out to be very satisfying. To prepare it:

1. Mix boiled potatoes and boiled lentils in a 1:1 ratio.
2. Puree the mixture in a blender (or grind in a meat grinder).
3. Add finely chopped fried onion and a little flour (a couple of tablespoons).
4. Stir and pour into the mold.
5. Bake until browned.

The mold should be greased with butter and sprinkled with breadcrumbs if desired.

Lentil casserole is easy to make and very filling.

An interesting and quick option would be a lentil pate appetizer. Grind the pre-boiled lentils in a meat grinder or blender, add a spoonful of olive oil and a drop of lemon juice (be extremely careful with it during breastfeeding), salt and spices to taste. Can be spread on toast or bread, or served in small baskets.

Sandwich with lentil pate - an excellent hearty and healthy breakfast

You can prepare a dish with an oriental accent that is not embarrassing to serve to guests - pilaf with lentils.

However, remember that rice, for all its richness in microelements, is not always beneficial for a nursing mother. It is not allowed if the child or mother suffers from constipation. And also when breastfeeding, it should be slightly spicy and non-greasy, and after eating you must drink at least a glass of water, since rice “requires” a lot of liquid (if you like sushi and rolls, then remember how thirsty you are after them - and this is not only from salted fish!).

For this tasty and healthy dish you need:

• half a glass of rice;
• half a glass of lentils (it is better to take green ones, which do not boil soft);
• one and a half glasses of water;
• half a glass of tomato juice (if you and your child have already tried tomatoes and appreciated them);
• 2 tbsp. l. vegetable oil;
• one carrot;
• one onion;
• 1–2 cloves of garlic;
• salt, spices and pepper to taste and availability (remember about the baby).

Cooking pilaf is easy:

1. Fry the onions and carrots in oil and simmer in a small amount of water.
2. Add rice, lentils, water, chopped garlic and tomato juice to them. You can double the amount of water instead of juice if you haven’t tried tomatoes yet.
3. Season with salt and pepper.
4. Bring the mixture to a boil over high heat, then cover with a lid, turn down the heat and leave to simmer for 20 minutes. Don't look under the lid!
5. After 20 minutes, remove the pilaf from the heat (if there is liquid left, simmer it for another 5 minutes), sprinkle with chopped herbs and leave covered (just on the table) for 10 minutes.

An unsurpassed, beautiful and healthy dish is ready! You can make it with lean meat - in this case, fry the chicken fillet and simmer along with onions and carrots. Serve with vegetables and enjoy.

Lentil pilaf will please even the most discerning gourmets

In principle, you can cook the same dishes from lentils and with the same ingredients as from beans and dried peas, so you won’t have any difficulties. And remember: a hungry and dissatisfied nursing mother is much more harmful to the child than small culinary experiments.

Lentils are rich in vitamins and minerals, and also contain a lot of protein, so they can be safely included in the menu of nursing mothers. The main thing is to follow some rules, remember that everything you eat affects the quality and taste of the milk, and not to overdo it with new dishes. Add variety to your diet to make breastfeeding a joyful and healthy period for both your baby and you!

Lentils are a very nutritious and tasty product. Let's figure out whether a nursing mother can eat lentils.

Lentils are a herbaceous plant with an annual cycle in the legume family. Lentils have been used as food since ancient times. Even in ancient chronicles there is such a dish as lentil stew.

Properties of lentils

A very important property of a plant such as lentils is its environmental cleanliness. Lentils do not tend to accumulate any harmful products. It cannot concentrate any toxins, nitrates, radionucleides, or any other harmful substances. Therefore, it is very useful as a food and ingredient for dishes.

Lentils are also very useful for nursing mothers because they help cope with nervousness and frustration thanks to their soothing components. Lentils also contain a lot of potassium, which improves blood composition by participating in the process of hematopoiesis. So, when asked whether a nursing mother can eat lentils, it is worth answering with a resounding “Yes!”, since lentils are also involved in the prevention of cancer, including breast cancer in women. This is due to the fact that lentils contain isoflavone, an element that will not disappear even with the most stringent processing of the product.

Such a useful product

Eating lentil dishes will help strengthen the immune system and fill the body with health, which will be passed on to the baby through the mother’s breast milk. Vital tone will be at its best when eating such dishes. If you consume sprouted lentil seeds, the body will receive a large amount of vitamins, in particular vitamin C. This is very important for the normal functioning of the mother and baby.

Lentils are also a very important source of folic acid and iron. It can provide over ninety percent of the norm that a person needs per day. Lentils also contain a sufficient amount of B vitamins and starch.

In general, the question of whether a nursing mother can eat lentils is covered in sufficient detail. Lentils are a healthy product and are not prohibited during lactation. The only drawback is the possibility of increased gas formation.

The dietary pattern of women in labor prohibits the consumption of many foods during breastfeeding. Young mothers need to strictly monitor their diet and eat only healthy and non-allergenic foods. Is it possible for a young mother to eat lentils while breastfeeding, and what properties does this product have? How can lentils affect the health of mother and newborn baby?

What are the benefits of the plant

Lentils are unique products of plant origin that do not tend to accumulate harmful substances used in fertilization or contained in the soil. In other words, no matter what conditions lentils are grown in, they will not contain harmful pesticides or radionuclides.

Another excellent property of these beans is their resistance to heat treatment. Valuable amino acids contained in large quantities in these fruits are not destroyed during cooking and reach our body unchanged.

Beans contain a lot of useful substances that are necessary for the normal functioning of all organs and tissues, including:

• Potassium. This trace element is important for the nervous, vascular and muscular systems, participates in hematopoiesis and strengthens the immune system.
• Iron. Saves from anemia, which affects more than 70% of women who give birth.
• Cellulose. Promotes the removal of toxins and normalizes intestinal function.
• Folic acid. An indispensable element for pregnant and lactating women. This substance prevents the development of pathologies in the child.
• Isoflavone. Provides prevention of breast cancer in women.
• Lysine. Strengthens the immune system.

Are there any restrictions

Often a mistake made by young mothers is the sudden introduction of unfamiliar food products into the diet during the period of breastfeeding. Only those mothers for whom this product is familiar and who consumed it during pregnancy can eat lentils relatively calmly. For other breastfeeding women, it is recommended to introduce the product no earlier than 3 months after birth and this should be done with caution, observing the baby’s reaction.

The mother must take such precautions due to the property of lentils to cause increased gas formation in the intestines. And while this may not be a particular problem for the mother, the child will experience anxiety, tummy pain and bloating.

How to introduce the product into the diet

Considering the usefulness of this product, it can be introduced into the diet of a nursing mother, but gradually. If you have never eaten these beans before, you need to start with a broth based on them. After making lentil soup, try a small amount without the beans themselves. Next, observe the baby’s reaction for 2 days. If during this time you do not notice increased gas formation and restlessness in your child, you can try eating a few fruits.

You don't need to eat a lot of lentils at once. At first, limit yourself to 3-5 beans. Next, watch the baby again. If colic does occur, you can take a break and try the product next time in 1–2 months.

To significantly reduce the risk of intestinal discomfort in the baby, and for the mother to get all the valuable substances from this product, you can eat lentil sprouts.

You can grow the shoots yourself or buy already sprouted beans.

Product varieties

Today you can buy several varieties of lentils on the market. All of them have the above beneficial properties, but have different tastes and colors. Also, different varieties are intended for preparing different dishes.

• Brown lentils are best suited for making soups and porridges. This variety cooks well and has a pleasant nutty flavor.
• Red or Egyptian lentils are used to make purees. It cooks very quickly and when finished acquires a golden color.
• Pardina variety. This variety is often recommended for use in salads and stews. Keep an eye on the cooking time. If you do not stop cooking in time, the beans will quickly turn into puree.
• Green or French lentils. Suitable for preparing a side dish for meat. The beans do not overcook and retain their shape and piquant aroma.
• The yellow variety cooks faster than the green variety. This product is suitable for preparing any dishes and has a pleasant taste and aroma.
• Black lentils. This variety does not overcook and is suitable for both preparing a side dish and adding to salads.

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Lentil sprouts

As a result of many years of research, scientists have proven that the content of useful substances in lentil sprouts significantly exceeds their amount in the beans themselves. So, for example, the content of antioxidants in grain sprouts is 2 times higher than the amount of these substances in beans. The same can be said about the amount of potassium, iron and vitamin C. Along with the increased amount of nutrients, lentil sprouts contribute to gas formation to a lesser extent. It is these properties of lentils that can become invaluable for mothers when breastfeeding.

Sprouted beans taste like fresh green peas, so they can be added to various salads and side dishes.

Every nursing mother should think about the healthfulness of her diet. For many of us, healthy food is not familiar, and therefore in the postpartum period we discover new dishes that are invaluable for the health of mother and child. However, the period of healthy nutrition should not end with breastfeeding; eat right, and you will avoid many age-related diseases that are very difficult to treat.

An excellent hunger-quencher, lentils are one of the oldest crops that fed people long before the construction of the Egyptian pyramids. Today, lentils, the benefits and harms of which are a subject of interest to nutritionists and everyone who monitors their health, are still just as popular.

The reason for this is the excellent taste, high nutritional value and a rich set of useful substances hidden under the shell of small flattened seeds.

What are the benefits of lentils: composition and calorie content

Until recently, when preparing this or that dish, people took care that it was nourishing and tasty. For modern people, the benefits of food are no less important.

Lentils fully satisfy all three requirements, and this is evidenced by its micro- and macronutrient composition, calorie content and vitamin content.

The beneficial properties of lentils consist of several factors. 100 grams of dry seeds contain 297 kcal. This serving of lentils contains:

• 23 grams of protein;
• 1.6 grams fat;
• 46.2 grams of carbohydrates.

Seeds and dishes made from them are rich in fiber. Among the macroelements for which this legume is valued by doctors are phosphorus and potassium, magnesium and sulfur, sodium, and calcium. The microelement composition is no less rich. It includes boron and nicol, titanium and cobalt, silicon, fluorine, molybdenum, iodine, copper and selenium, iron and zinc.

What are the benefits of lentils? In addition to mineral salts and nutrients, the seeds contain vitamins A, PP, E, as well as a whole set of B vitamins, including thiamine, riboflavin, and tocopherol.

By regularly including lentils in your menu, you can easily replenish your reserves of vitamins and valuable minerals, feed your body with energy and improve your health.

Benefits of lentils for the human body

Legumes, among other plant crops, are leaders in nutrient content. Lentils are no exception, and their seeds do not have the irritating effect on the digestive organs that beans and peas have.

The benefits of lentils for the body do not end there. The abundance of fiber causes the intestines to actively contract. Thanks to increased peristalsis, it is possible to cope with constipation; lentils actively remove toxins without causing increased gas formation or other inconveniences.

The vitamins contained in lentils are essential for the body. Although the seeds themselves are not rich in vitamin C, its absorption is impossible without the niacin present in lentils. Thiamine, together with magnesium and iron salts, has a beneficial effect on the functioning of the digestive organs, the course of metabolic processes, as well as the heart, blood vessels, hematopoiesis, and the nervous system.

Regular consumption of lentils helps improve blood quality. Iron in organic form stimulates hemoglobin production and maintains optimal red blood cell levels.

The absence of cholesterol is useful in case of danger of atherosclerosis, stroke and heart attack. Folic acid has anti-cancer effects. When talking about the benefits and harms of lentils, we cannot ignore the presence of riboflavin. This vitamin is indispensable for the human reproductive system and endocrine system.

Along with dishes made from seeds, a decoction of lentils, as well as sprouts, are used for medicinal and prophylactic purposes. They, unlike dry fruits, are incredibly rich in ascorbic acid and low in calories. It is an excellent source of protein, dietary fiber and healthy carbohydrates.

The benefits of lentils for weight loss

The combination of a high concentration of fiber, relatively low calorie content and an extensive list of vitamins and minerals makes lentils an excellent product for those watching their weight and their health.

Lentil dishes allow a person to quickly feel full and not feel hungry for a long time. In addition, the fibrous structure, like a brush, cleans out undigested residues and toxins. Lentils have the power to cleanse the body of radionuclides and toxins.

Using lentils for weight loss is aimed not only at high-quality saturation, but also at improving your health. A large amount of protein in each serving during weight loss allows you to maintain excellent muscle tissue.

Dietary fiber, even with a strict diet, makes the intestines work actively and also contributes to weight loss.

Benefits of lentils for men's health

The anti-inflammatory properties of lentils and its beneficial effects on the condition of blood vessels and the heart have made the product very valuable for the treatment of problems in the male genital area. Dishes and decoctions from this type of legume are used together with medicinal therapy:

• with prostatitis,
• when identifying erectile dysfunction;
• as a prevention of cancer and inflammatory diseases.

Despite all the benefits of lentils, the harm from their illiterate consumption can be very serious. Therefore, do not forget to follow the doctor’s recommendations and neglect traditional treatment.

Lentils, as a source of protein, are useful for athletes who monitor their weight and muscle mass.

What are the benefits of lentils for the body of a woman and child?

Legumes are rich in B vitamins. In addition to them, lentil seeds contain many compounds whose effect on the female body is similar to the work of hormones. Phytoestrogens ease menopause:

• normalizing blood pressure;
• aligning heart rate;
• reducing the number and depth of tides;
• protect the body from the destructive effects of cancer cells;
• maintaining stable mood and performance.

What other benefits do lentils have for the body? Thanks to the cleansing properties and nutritional value of seeds, legume dishes help maintain weight and muscle tone.

Tryptophan, a valuable amino acid also present in the seeds, helps women endure menstruation painlessly and not suffer from mood swings during pregnancy, after childbirth, during PMS and menopause.

Can a nursing mother eat lentils? How can including this product in the diet affect the baby? The peculiarity of this type of legume is the absence of allergic reactions and increased gas formation characteristic of other related crops.

Therefore, a moderate amount of lentils will not only not interfere with women’s health, but, on the contrary, healthy, hearty dishes:

• will replenish the supply of nutrients;
• fill the body with energy and improve mood;
• will support the active functioning of the digestive system, eliminating waste and toxins;
• help maintain the beauty of skin and hair;
• will improve the quality of breast milk;
• will serve as an excellent prevention of anemia.

When breastfeeding and when feeding children over one year old, lentils are used as a natural remedy to maintain muscle tone and bone strength. Externally, a mixture of lentil flour and oil is used as a safe soothing, anti-inflammatory agent for children's skin.

Harm and contraindications to eating lentils

Lentil dishes are an indispensable part of the menu for athletes, vegetarians, and people who care about health and weight maintenance.

With the help of such a menu, patients with diabetes, atherosclerosis, and patients with genitourinary diseases will definitely feel relief. However, lentils are not always healthy; harm to health from consuming them is possible if a person has:

• gout;
• urolithiasis disease;
• dysbiosis and other inflammatory processes in all parts of the intestine.

In addition, a small number of people have an individual intolerance to the product. Therefore, no matter how tasty lentils are, their consumption should always be moderate and approved by a doctor.

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