Soups have always had a special place on the dinner table, as they form the basis of the daily diet. Recently, however, some nutritionists have disputed the benefits of first courses, arguing that they can be completely dispensed with.
Hearing this from experts is rather strange - after all, soup is vital for the human body at any time of the year. It stimulates the appetite, saturates and helps the rest of the dishes to be absorbed. In addition, broth is considered the richest source of vitamins and minerals.
Any first meal gives the body energy and warmth, speeds up metabolism and restores fluid balance, which in turn normalizes blood pressure and prevents diseases of the digestive tract.
Soup is a huge help for those who are trying to lose weight. It does not stretch the stomach, as many believe, but on the contrary reduces its volume, provided it is used correctly. To gradually reduce the weight, the broth should be eaten at least once a day, limiting the portion to 250-300 g. In this case, it is better to replace the usual cutlery with a teaspoon or dessert spoon.
The energy value of soups is low - even in rich meat soups, it is only 75-100 kcal. And lean stews do not even gain 50.
Vegetarian soups are considered the healthiest. They not only contain many beneficial substances, but also support healthy intestinal microflora and improve intestinal motility.
The benefits of the dish will increase if it is seasoned with some kind of cereal. Pearl barley, buckwheat, millet and rice soups are rich in dietary fiber, which removes toxins, heavy metal salts from the body and prevents the formation of cholesterol plaques in the blood.
You can eat broths all year round, but in summer the first course should be light, and in winter - especially rich.
