Kvass perfectly quenches thirst and invigorates in the summer. Many women who are carrying a child are wondering whether a pregnant woman can drink kvass, because most of them have heard about the alcohol content in it and the dangers of carbonated drinks.
According to most doctors, a small amount of this invigorating drink can not harm either the woman's body or her child. On the contrary, natural kvass contains a large amount of vitamins and microelements useful for the expectant mother.
In order to decide for sure whether a pregnant woman can drink kvass, it should be clarified how it can affect a woman's body. The yeast contained in it increases appetite, so it should be consumed in moderation, like all other foods. Kvass has a slight laxative effect, which can even help in solving the problem of constipation in pregnant women. However, for women with increased flatulence, it is better to avoid this drink, as bloating can cause great discomfort and even tone the uterus.
It is not recommended for pregnant women (and not only them) to drink bottled kvass, as it may contain flavors, dyes and preservatives. Ideally, the drink should be prepared at home from natural kvass wort or give preference to a draft product.
It is undesirable to drink kvass that smells too strong of yeast, has an unnatural color or a bitter-sour taste. When buying a drink, be sure to make sure that the seller has documents confirming the compliance of the product with hygiene standards.
Thus, a pregnant woman can drink kvass if there are no problems with bearing a child.
