Αυτός ο χυμός καθαρίζει τις αρτηρίες και προλαμβάνει καρδιακές παθήσεις!

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Μια κλινική μελέτη έχει βρει ότι προσθέτοντας μια απλή τροφή στη διατροφή μας έχει την
ικανότητα να επαναφέρει την υγεία μας, και μειώνει/αντιστρέφει τον κίνδυνο καρδιακών
παθήσεων. Η μελέτη δημοσιεύτηκε στο περιοδικό Atherosclerosis και οι ερευνητές έχουν
επιβεβαιώσει ότι ο χυμός ροδιού μπορεί να λειτουργήσει προληπτικά και να αντιστρέψει τα
συμπτώματα που σχετίζονται με καρδιακές παθήσεις. (Σε αυτή την περίπτωση, η
προοδευτική σκλήρυνση των στεφανιαίων αρτηριών, προκαλείται από τη συσσώρευση των
λιπαρών υλικών).

Η μελέτη έδειξε ότι ο χυμός ροδιού μπορεί αποτελεσματικά:

Να μειώσει την ποσότητα της πλάκας στις αρτηρίες

Να μειώσει τα επίπεδα του οξειδωτικού στρες
Να μειώσει ένα χημικό διαβιβαστή (χημειοκίνη) που σχετίζεται με τη φλεγμονή στις αρτηρίες
Να μειώσει τη συσσώρευση λιπιδίων στο καρδιακό μυ
Να μειώσει την καρδιακή διεύρυνση
Να μειώσει τις ανωμαλίες στο ΗΚΓ
Αυτή δεν είναι η πρώτη μελέτη του είδους της. Το 2004, το περιοδικό Clinical Nutrition
δημοσίευσε τα αποτελέσματα μιας κλινικής δοκιμής τριών ετών, και διαπίστωσε ότι η
καθημερινή κατανάλωση χυμού ροδιού αντιστρέφει τη στένωση της καρωτιδικής αρτηρίας έως
και 29% μέσα σε ένα χρόνο.

Οι ευεργετικές ωφέλειες του ροδιού είναι πολλές, αλλά ίσως είναι λιγότερο γνωστές από άλλα
φρούτα και λαχανικά. Σε περίπτωση που χρειάζεστε επιπλέον λόγους να προσθέσετε το ρόδι στη
διατροφή σας, διαβάστε μερικές από τις ωφέλιμες ιδιότητές τους:

1. Τα ρόδια έχουν πολλά σημαντικά θρεπτικά συστατικά

Ένα φλιτζάνι με σπόρους ροδιού περιέχει 144 θερμίδες, 7 γρ. φυτικές ίνες, 3 γρ. πρωτεΐνη,
βιταμίνη C, βιταμίνη Κ, φυλλικό οξύ και κάλιο. Τα ρόδια έχουν υψηλή περιεκτικότητα σε
αντιοξειδωτικά, που βοηθούν στη πρόληψη της βλάβης των κυττάρων από την οξείδωση.

2. Τα ρόδια περιέχουν περιέχουν δύο ισχυρές φυτικές ενώσεις

Οι πουνικαλαγίνες είναι εξαιρετικά ισχυρά αντιοξειδωτικά που περιέχονται στο χυμό και τη
φλούδα του ροδιού, ενώ το πουνικικό οξύ είναι το κύριο λιπαρό οξύ στους σπόρους του ροδιού.
Οι δύο ενώσεις είναι υπεύθυνες για τα περισσότερα από τα ευεργετικά οφέλη των ροδιών.

3. Τα ρόδια έχουν αντι-φλεγμονώδεις ιδιότητες

Οι αντι-φλεγμονώδεις ιδιότητες των ροδιών τα καθιστούν ιδανικά για τη μείωση των φλεγμονών
στον οργανισμό, βοηθώντας στη πρόληψη καρδιακών παθήσεων, του καρκίνου, του διαβήτη
τύπου ΙΙ, του Αλτζχάιμερ και της παχυσαρκίας.
4. Τα ρόδια βοηθούν στη μείωση της αρτηριακής πίεσης

Μια μελέτη έδειξε ότι άτομα με υψηλή αρτηριακή πίεση είχαν σημαντική μείωση της πίεσης
μετά τη κατανάλωση 150 ml χυμό ροδιού για διάστημα 2 εβδομάδων. Άλλες μελέτες έχουν βρει
παρόμοια αποτελέσματα, δείχνοντας πως ο χυμός ροδιού μπορεί να μειώσει την αρτηριακή
πίεση και να μειώσει το ρίσκο των καρδιακών προσβολών και των εγκεφαλικών επεισοδίων.

5. Τα ρόδια καταπολεμούν τις βακτηριακές και μυκητιακές μολύνσεις

Οι φυτικές ενώσεις στα ρόδια έχουν επίσης ισχυρές ιατρικές ιδιότητες που μπορούν να
καταπολεμήσουν επιβλαβή βακτήρια στον οργανισμό. Έχει δείξει ότι δρουν εναντίον μερικών
τύπων βακτηριακών και μυκητιακών μολύνσεων.

Τα οφέλη του χυμού από λάχανο στην υγεία σας

Το καλό στον χυμό από λάχανο δεν έγκειται στη γεύση του, η οποία είναι μάλλον πικρή,
αλλά στα πολλά οφέλη για την υγεία που μπορείτε να αποκομίσετε από την κατανάλωση
του. Ως μέλος της οικογένειας των σταυρανθών λαχανικών, που περιλαμβάνει επίσης το
μπρόκολο και το κουνουπίδι, το λάχανο περιέχει πολλά θρεπτικά συστατικά, καθώς και ένα
ευρύ φάσμα φυτοχημικών συστατικών με μια εξίσου μεγάλη ποικιλία από θεραπευτικές
ιδιότητες.

Σε κάθε περίπτωση, συμβουλευτείτε πρώτα το γιατρό σας πριν επιλέξετε την αυξημένη
κατανάλωση χυμού από λάχανο ή οποιαδήποτε άλλη παρόμοια θεραπεία.

Τι σας προσφέρει ο χυμός από λάχανο

Θεραπεύει έλκη

Ο χυμός από λάχανο είναι μια παραδοσιακή θεραπεία για τα πεπτικά έλκη, δεδομένου ότι
υποστηρίζει την βλεννογόνο εσωτερική επένδυση του γαστρεντερικού σωλήνα. Ο χυμός αυτός
είναι επίσης πλούσιος σε σουλφοραφάνη, ένα αντιοξειδωτικό που στοχεύει στο ελικοβακτήριο
του πυλωρού (Helicobacter pylori), ένα βακτήριο που έχει βρεθεί ότι είναι βασικός αιτιολογικός
παράγοντας των πεπτικών ελκών. Σε μια μελέτη, ασθενείς με έλκος στομάχου βελτίωσαν σε
μεγάλο βαθμό το πρόβλημά τους εντός 10 ημερών, πίνοντας ένα λίτρο χυμό από λάχανο
καθημερινά. Αν αυτό σας μοιάζει πολύ μεγάλη ποσότητα (και όντως είναι), μπορείτε να πίνετε
ένα ποτήρι με το κύριο γεύμα σας καθημερινά και θα προστατευθείτε από τα έλκη του πεπτικού
συστήματος. Τα φυτοχημικά στοιχεία στον χυμό αυτό βοηθούν επίσης και στην ανακούφιση από
τα συμπτώματα της γαστροοισοφαγικής παλινδρόμησης.

Μειώνει την «κακή» χοληστερόλη

Σε μια ιαπωνική μελέτη για τις ιδιότητες του λάχανου στην μείωσης της χοληστερόλης, οι
επιστήμονες συγκέντρωσε μια ομάδα 77 ενηλίκων με ήπια έως μέτρια αυξημένα επίπεδα
χοληστερόλης. Οι μισοί συμμετέχοντες έπιναν δύο μεγάλα ποτήρια από ανάμικτους χυμούς
φρούτων και λαχανικών, με τον χυμό από λάχανο να είναι το κύριο μέρος. Οι άλλοι μισοί έπιναν
επίσης δύομεγάλα ποτήρια ανάμικτων χυμών, που δεν περιείχαν χυμό από λάχανο. Στο τέλος
της περιόδου μελέτης διάρκειας 12 εβδομάδων, τα μέλη της πρώτης ομάδας έδειξαν σημαντική
μείωση των επιπέδων “κακής” χοληστερόλης στο αίμα τους, σε σύγκριση με τα μέλη της
δεύτερης ομάδας.

Αντικαρκινικές ιδιότητες

Τα σταυρανθή λαχανικά έχουν προληπτικές ιδιότητες ενάντια στον καρκίνο. Τα φυτοχημικά στο
λάχανο -και τον χυμό του- ενισχύουν το ανοσοποιητικό σας σύστημα, το οποίο βοηθά στην
καταπολέμηση κάθε μορφής ασθένειας, συμπεριλαμβανομένου του καρκίνου. Τα φυτοχημικά
αυτά αναστέλλουν την ανάπτυξη και την εξάπλωση των καρκινικών κυττάρων και
προστατεύουν κατά της δημιουργίας καρκινικών όγκων.

Παρενέργειες

Ο χυμός αυτός δεν έχει σημαντικές παρενέργειες, αν και ορισμένοι άνθρωποι μπορεί να έχουν
μια αύξηση στα εντερικά τους αέρια. Εάν αυτό αποτελεί πρόβλημα για εσάς, δοκιμάστε να
αραιώσετε τον χυμό από λάχανο με νερό σε αναλογία 2 μέρη νερού για κάθε 4 μέρη χυμού.
Μπορείτε επίσης να κάνετε το χυμό πιο εύγευστο προσθέτοντας χυμό μήλου ή χυμό από 1-2
καρότα μαζί με το λάχανο.

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Το ρόφημα που καίει το λίπος στην κοιλιά καθώς κοιμάστε

Ο μεταβολισμός είναι ο ρυθμός με τον οποίο το σώμα σας καίει θερμίδες. Κάνοντας έξυπνες
επιλογές στο τι τρώτε (όπως τροφές και ποτά που αυξάνουν τις καύσεις) μπορείτε να
βοηθήσετε το σώμα σας να αυξήσει τον μεταβολισμό του, ακόμη και ενώ κοιμάστε.

Υπάρχει ένα απλό και πολύ υγιεινό ρόφημα που μπορείτε να πίνετε πριν πέσετε για ύπνο, το
οποίο θα σας βοηθήσει να κάψετε περισσότερο κοιλιακό λίπος, αλλά και να αισθάνεστε ότι
έχετε περισσότερη ενέργεια:

Συστατικά

• 1 λεμόνι

• 1 αγγούρι

• 1 κουταλιά της σούπας τριμμένο τζίντζερ

• 1 κουταλιά της σούπας χυμός Αλόης

• 1 μάτσο κόλιαντρο ή μαϊντανό

• ½ ποτήρι νερό
Οδηγίες

Απλά προσθέστε τα συστατικά μαζί, αναμίξτε τα καλά και πιείτε ένα ποτήρι πριν πέσετε για
ύπνο.

Πώς και γιατί δουλεύει

Πίνοντας ένα ποτήρι από αυτό το ρόφημα πριν κοιμηθείτε, θα μειώσετε σημαντικά τα επίπεδα
λίπους, ειδικά στην κοιλιά σας. Τα συστατικά σε αυτό το ποτό θα αυξήσουν τον μεταβολισμό
σας που θα λειτουργήσει πιο έντονα, ενώ κοιμάστε. Οι ιδιότητες καύσης του λίπους για κάθε
συστατικό είναι οι εξής:

• Τα αγγούρια είναι πολύ ισχυρά στην καταπολέμηση του λίπους. Αποτελούν βασικό
συστατικό σε κάθε πρόγραμμα απώλειας βάρους.

• Ο μαϊντανός και ο κόλιανδρος έχουν πολύ χαμηλή περιεκτικότητα σε θερμίδες, αλλά είναι
και γεμάτα αντιοξειδωτικά, καθώς και βιταμίνες και μέταλλα που είναι

σημαντικά για την ανακούφιση από την κατακράτηση υγρών.

• Το τζίντζερ αυξάνει τον μεταβολισμό και αποτρέπει επίσης τη δυσκοιλιότητα. Αυτό το

συστατικό που θα βοηθήσει να κάψετε το “επίμονο” λίπος της κοιλιάς ενώ

κοιμάστε.

• Ο χυμός του λεμονιού είναι πολύ αποτελεσματικός για την αποβολή των τοξινών που
συσσωρεύονται στο σώμα.

• Ο χυμός Aloe Vera είναι γενικά αποτελεσματικός στην απώλεια βάρους.

Μείνετε ενυδατωμένοι: Πίνετε πολύ νερό

Είτε το σώμα σας μετατρέπει τις τροφές σε “καύσιμη ύλη”, είτε ασκείστε εντατικά για να χάσετε
τα περιττά κιλά, ο οργανισμός σας χρειάζεται νερό για να κάψει τις θερμίδες πιο
αποτελεσματικά. Αν δεν είστε πλήρως ενυδατωμένοι, ο μεταβολισμός σας θα επιβραδύνει και
δεν θα καίει τις θερμίδες τόσο αποτελεσματικά. Το συγκεκριμένο θα δώσει στον μεταβολισμό
σας μια σημαντική ώθηση.

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Ο χυμός κεράσι η λύση στις αϋπνίες
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25/05/2016

Κλείνετε τα μάτια και αντί να παραδοθείτε στον Μορφέα, αρχίζετε να στριφογυρνάτε, με

τα μάτια σας ορθάνοιχτα.

Χυμός κεράσι. Πιείτε ένα φλιτζάνι το απόγευμα και ένα το βράδυ.

Γιατί λειτουργεί; Ο χυμός κερασιών είναι πηγή μελατονίνης και τρυπτοφάνης, οι οποίες σας
βοηθούν, όχι μόνο να κοιμηθείτε, αλλά και να μην ξυπνήσετε το βράδυ.

Ονειρά γλυκά, λοιπόν!

The new year is a great time to fill your body with great nutrition and set the tone for the year
ahead! There are SO MANY things I want to experience and accomplish in 2014 and I know that
in order to do all of these amazing things, my body has got to be fueled up and ready to go, go,
go!!

One of the most effective ways to fill your cells with massive amounts of essential minerals and
nutrients is JUICE ! There are SO many reasons why juicing is so beneficial, here are just a few:

 Juice requires hardly any digestion, so all its nutritional goodness gets rapidly into your
system while simultaneously giving your digestive system a rest. Your body can then use
that saved energy to clean out old matter, especially from the small intestine. The
average person holds 5-10lbs of toxic old matter in their intestines, and Feasting is an
ideal way to release it, giving the body a phenomenal chance to rejuvenate and restore.
Far from being a time of ‘deprivation’, this extraordinary healing programme is an
experience of abundance and massive nutritional intake…we lose weight, skin becomes
radiantly healthy, illnesses are healed, scar tissue rejuvenates, and we detox our whole
system on a massive scale. – Angela Stokes

 When you juice, you use waaaaaay more fruits and vegetables than you could actually eat
at one time. As a result, you are drinking a HUGE quantity of vitamins, minerals and
other plant-based nutrients that would be impossible to get otherwise.

 You give your WHOLE BODY a chance to “clean house”. Without the added burden of
digestion, which takes a LOT of time and energy, the body is now free to work on other
things like detoxing the liver and kidneys…and the remains of all those Ramen Noodles
you used to eat! When we drink Raw vegetable juices, the situation is entirely different,
as these [micronutrients] are digested and assimilated within 10 to 15 minutes after we
drink them and they are used almost entirely in the nourishment and regeneration of the
 cells and tissues, glands and organs of the body. In this case the result is obvious, as the
entire process of digestion and assimilation is completed with a maximum degree of
speed and efficiency, and with a minimum of effort on the part of the digestive system. –
Dr. Norman Walker: “Fresh Vegetable and Fruit Juices“, Pg 9

 All vegetables are alkalizing (my clients know ALL about this!!). The benefits of
maintaining alkalinity in the body are crucial. There are entire books written on the
subject and this is something that I cover in detail in my private one-on-one sessions, so
without getting into too much detail, here are just a few benefits of maintaining an
alkaline environment in our tissues:

 Improved focus and mental clarity

 Improved heart and cardiovascular function
 Anti-Aging
 Improved bone & joint function
 Stronger Immune System – infections and disease thrive in an acidic environment
 Better digestion
 Better overall mood
 Healthier hair, skin and nails
 Natural body weight
 ENERGY!!!

 Heart Health: Both antioxidant vitamins C and E prevent the damaging effect of free
radicals on artery walls. They prevent blood from sticking, clotting, becoming toxic as
well as helping to lower triglycerides levels. Great levels of vitamin C can be found in
most fruits and vegetables. Good levels of vitamin E can be attained by adding
blackberries, kiwi, asparagus and spinach in your juice recipes.

 Liver Detoxification: One of the primary functions of the liver is to serve as the body’s
detoxifier. It is involved with detoxifying harmful substances (like environmental toxins,
chemicals, food additives, preservatives, drugs, etc) before they can enter the
bloodstream and harm the body. Periodic cleansing of the liver through juicing can be
important in maintaining good health. Fresh juices reduce the burden on the liver and
give it a chance to catch up. Juicing allows the liver to rid itself of accumulated toxins,
thus permitting it to operate more efficiently.

It’s worth it to invest in a great juicer. My favorite brand is Breville, they range from about $150-
300. You can get great deals online or use those 20% OFF coupons from Bed Bath & Beyond.
Amazon has

 used basic models starting at $120

 the Breville middle range juicer starts at $160 used
  the juicer I use is the Juice Fountain Elite which you can get used for $215. I got mine
new at Bed Bath & Beyond using a 20% off coupon.

I have used each model and all of them are wonderful so just choose the model that aligns with
your budget. Craigslist can also be a great place to score a great deal. Your juicer will last you
several years and it’s one of the best kitchen additions to really help take your health to the next
level! Plus it’s tons of fun!

Fat Dissolver Juice

This juice is loaded with fat burning fruits and vegetables that will get your metabolism revving!

Serves: 1
Ingredients

 1 pink grapefruit, peeled

 2 oranges, peeled
 1 bunch mint
 1 head romaine lettuce

Instructions

1. Run all ingredients through a juicer (I recommend Breville) and enjoy! (Makes 16oz)
2. This juice is nice and refreshingly tart, a great way to start your day!
Best Juicing Recipes for Weight Loss (Here
are 10 of them)

Losing weight is tough, KEEPING it off is

tougher.

You can try to starve yourself and only drink lemon, water and maple syrup sprinkled with some
cinnamon for a week but will-power alone will only take you so far.

Why not try a better alternative?

Try something that will nourish your body with vitamins, minerals and live enzymes.

No I’m not talking about “fresh” orange juice that you buy off the shelf from Costco, I’m talking
about drinking fresh juice extracted from a juicer.

Yes when done correctly, you can use juicing for weigh loss. I’ll also share some practical and
actionable tips for you to maximize the benefits of juicing so that you could shed excess weight
safely without losing muscle mass and keep it off.

Juicing is one of the best ways in getting nutrients into your body minus the fiber. Since the fiber
is already out of the picture, nutrients directly get absorbed by the bloodstream. And this is what
sets it apart from smoothies.

If you’re in a hurry and want to see the recipes, click here.

It also allows you to consume different types of fruits and vegetables raw that will help you lose
weight such as avocado, cucumber, pear, grapefruit, beet, cucumber, celery, etc.

Heat from cooking actually reduces the nutritional content in most vegetables so eating or in this
case drinking them raw allows the body to absorb more enzymes, nutrients, chlorophyll and
antioxidants.
All these are essential for a healthy and fit body, helping it flush out toxins, reduce inflammation,
replenish damaged cells and fight diseases.

Juicing for weight loss, is it really possible?

There are a lot of success stories about people winning their battle against the obesity through
juicing.

Probably the most famous is Joe Cross who made the documentary Fat, Sick and Nearly Dead.

There are other notables as well – Neil Martin is another inspiring story that should encourage
should encourage you to start living a healthier lifestyle right now. Poor lifestyle choices and
eating habits almost cost him his life.

How does it help you lose unwanted pounds?

Two ways actually, first way is a bit extreme which is doing a juice fast where you will consume
nothing but juice for a period of time. In Joe Cross’ case he did it for 60 days which resulted to
him losing 100 pounds.

This method requires a lot of discipline and preparation before and after the fast. Failure in doing
so may lead to lethal consequences.

Another way is incorporating juice as a part of your lifestyle, similar to what Neil Martin did.
What he did was takeaway unhealthy and addictive processed foods in his diet and incorporated
more fruit and veggies in his diet (juicing is a big part of that).

He actually lost weight before he started exercising and had lost a total of around 75 pounds in
12 months.

What you eat plays a huge role in your weight. Neil Martin said that “you cannot outrun your
fork” which I found true because no matter how much you exercise, if you eat a diet rich in
carbohydrates and a lot of junk food you’ll have a hard time shedding pounds.

How can you safely lose weight without losing muscle mass?
First let me get this out of the way. Having the right BMI (body mass index) equates to a healthy
body.

In fact, this is a better indicator than body weight because it helps you know how much body fat
you have.

So rather than putting in a lot of fruit in your recipes, make sure to use mostly vegetables and
only use fruit as a sweetener because fruits are high in fructose.
Though it is better than synthetic fructose like corn syrup, fructose is still fructose and isn’t
utilized by the body like glucose is.

When you drink fruit juice, the absence of fiber means that fructose is absorbed by the blood
stream almost immediately and the liver gets overwhelmed.

Since the body’s cells in the body don’t utilize fructose guess what happens to it? It becomes
stored fat – fatty acids and bad cholesterol. This equates to weight gain.

Add some protein and (healthy) fat

This is a concept that I wasn’t familiar with until I read Drew Canole’s post here.

I used to think that protein powders are nasty tasting but on the contrary, there are brands that
make great tasting protein powders that when combined with the right vegetables will give you a
filling and nutrition rich drink that will also supply the body with the protein that your muscles
feed on.

Chia seeds are another rich source of protein that you can add to your juice not only for the
nutritional benefits but also for a contrasting texture. This is one of the main staples of a lot of
smoothie recipes so why not add them to juices.

An ounce of chia seeds (approximately two tablespoons) contains 4 grams of protein. It is also a
rich source of antioxidants, Omega 3 fatty acids, fiber, calcium, phosphorus and magnesium.

The best part is it only has 137 calories per ounce and out of the 12 grams of carbohydrates, 10.6
grams is dietary fiber which isn’t digested so when you do the math, the true carb content is just
below two grams which is pretty low.

The fiber content makes chia seeds in itself filling and it has another side benefit – it feeds good
bacteria to your gut and keeps it healthy.

An alternative to chia seeds would be flaxseeds. This is also a rich source of Omega 3 acids and
protein. If you’re adding this to your juice, get the grounded variety so it is much easier to use.

The Recipes
Mean Green Toxin Flusher
 This green juice helps system flush away toxins because
cucumber is a diuretic that stimulates your liver and kidneys to flush away excess liquid. Parsley
helps with the intestine’s digestion.

Both kale and parsley are rich sources of vitamin A, B, C and K so drinking this daily not only
helps with weight loss but also boosts the immune system.

Cucumber and apple make a great base for a lot of juice recipes. The Fuji apple adds sweetness
and cucumber has a lot of water content that dilutes the strong flavor of Kale.

Ingredients
 2 to 3 kale leaves
 A small handful of parsley
 Half a lemon (not peeled)
 1 medium sized cucumber
 1 medium sized Fuji apple

How to prepare
For people using a centrifugal juicer (use a wide mouth for this), stack up the 3 leaves of kale on
top of one another then put the parsley over it.

Carefully roll it like you would roll a lentil so it is packed tight.

Chop the cucumber in half then place the first half inside the juicer then juice part of it, not the
whole thing. Then add the rolled parsley and kale and the other half of then turn on the juicer.

This technique allows you to maximize the amount of juice extracted from the leafy greens.

Juice the apple and lemon afterwards. Lightly stir and drink.

Food fact: Cucumber is 96% water which makes it an ideal base ingredient in any juice recipe
and it only contains a miniscule 0.9% sugar and virtually zero fat so you don’t have to worry
about gaining any weight.

Mauricio Prinzlau from BestJuicer.net tries this recipe…

Spicy Green Juice

I’ll be honest here, I called this green not because it uses a

lot of green leafy veggies but the output will be green. In fact, the only green vegetable in this
recipe is spinach and you can put lots of it, depending on your taste buds.

Spinach is considered by many experts as the one of most nutritious leafy greens out there, if not
the most nutritious.

A cup of it has 171mg of potassium, 30mg of calcium, 145mcg of vitamin K and 2813 IUs of
vitamin A. I didn’t include the calorie content because we’re juicing this so you’re taking fiber
out of the picture.

Ginger adds a touch of spiciness to this drink, if you don’t like this flavor disregard it but it does
a great job masking the strong flavor of spinach (trust me you’ll like this with ginger than
without).

Ingredients
 1 medium sized green apple
 2 to 3 handfuls of spinach (more if you’re brave or used to the flavor)
 Half a lemon (not peeled)
 Ginger root (one to two inches long, peeled)

How to prepare
Just in case you are using a vertical slow juicer and you’re using spinach with the stems still
intact try to chop them into smaller chunks (1” or so) so it does not clog.

For traditional extractors just roll the spinach up in a ball then sandwich it in between the two
halves of the apple.

Juice the ginger and lemon afterwards.

Food Fact: Ginger is used by the ancient Chinese to fight a variety of ailments (particularly
stomach ailments) and is known to improve circulation.
The Green Diuretic

I’ve already mentioned that cucumber is a diuretic which

flushes out excess water. Celery is another diuretic that helps in fighting inflammation as well as
high blood pressure.

To complete the green quartet, spinach and green apple is added to the mix. Spinach as I’ve said
is a rich source of vitamins and antioxidants that help your body’s immune system to fight free
radicals.

Carrot and apple is added to the mix for sweetness and to mask the bitterness of celery.

Ingredients
 1 medium cucumber
 2 to 3 stalks of celery with the leaves if possible
 1 small carrot
 1 green apple
 A couple handfuls of spinach

How to prepare
Start by juicing the green apple followed by a handful of spinach, cucumber, celery then carrot.
If you are using slow juicer remember to alternate the ingredients you feed in to maximize the
yield.

Drink it as soon as possible

Don’t forget to chop the celery into smaller chunks if you are using a vertical juicer.
Food Fact: Lemon when combined with water makes a very healthy drink in the morning, in fact
it has 29 benefits that you may not be aware of.

The Cholesterol Fighter

Like spinach Swiss chard is a rich source of phytonutrient

goodness that help lower bad cholesterol, fight free radicals and improve bone health.

It is also a rich source of omega 3 fatty acids and antioxidants that improve the immune system.

In short this drink not only helps you lose weight because it has a low sugar and calorie content.

You can skip the orange if you think that’s too much sugar.

Ingredients
 2 to 3 Swiss chard leaves
 1 large cucumber
 1 medium sized romaine lettuce head
 1 medium sized Fuji apple
 1 ginger
 1 navel orange (optional – for added flavor)

How to prepare
Swiss chard leaves are huge but are easy to juice because you can just roll them up.
There is no need to chop them if you are using a centrifugal or horizontal auger juice extractor
but on a vertical type like a Hurom H-100 you need to chop them into smaller pieces so it does
not clog.

Start by juicing the Swiss chard leaves, ginger, orange, Fuji apple then romaine lettuce.

There is no need to peel the apple. If you are using non organic apple make sure to wash it well
to get rid of the pesticide residue.

Make sure to peel the orange because the peel is very bitter but make sure to leave the pity part
on.

Food fact: That unlike spinach and Swiss chard, romaine lettuce has low oxalate content which
makes this a great alternative for people who suffer from Urolithiasis or urinary tract stones.

Bitter Fruity Goodness

If you think that all fruits have high fructose content, thing
again. The fruits included in this recipe have low fructose content.

Pink grapefruit – 1.2 grams / 100 grams

Lime – n/a (in other words very low)

Pure unsweetened cranberry juice – (9 grams of sugar per 8 ounce cup)

Grapefruit is widely used in a lot of weight loss programs and has been known to also lower
insulin another fat causing hormone which means more pound shedding.

Combine all three and you’ll get a very bitter drink that is best taken before every meal – this
will suppress your appetite and help you eat less. The ginger is optional if you want some
spiciness to contrast the bitter flavor.

Ingredients
 2 grapefruits (make sure that it is the pink variety, white ones are a no-no in this recipe)
 1 lime
  1 cup pure cranberry (for the best results)
 2” chunk of ginger (optional)
 1 medium cucumber (optional – to dilute and increase yield)

How to prepare
Juice the grapefruit and lime in a citrus juicer.

Run the small chunk of ginger in a juicer, you can include half a cucumber to dilute this drink
further if it is too bitter for you.

You can also add a fruit in there like apple for a little sweetness.

Food Fact: In one study people who ate half a grapefruit before every meal lost more weight in a
12 week period compared to the people who did not. [source]

Green Juice and Smoothie Combo

I called this the green juice and smoothie combo because I

combined juice with the avocado smoothie since you can’t juice an avocado.

This drink would be best taken in the morning before breakfast because it is filling and nutritious
at the same time. It is filling because you are basically one whole avocado with this drink which
will help you quell hunger pangs until lunch time.

Pineapple which has relatively high fructose content (4.8 grams per 100grams) is mainly used as
a sweetener to make this drink more palatable. You can add less if you feel that half a pineapple
is too much.

Avocado and pear have very low fructose content so you don’t have to worry about these two
fruits adding unwanted pounds.

Ingredients
 Half a medium sized pineapple (without the skin)
 1 pear
  2 handfuls of spinach
 One large cucumber
 4 celery stalks
 1 avocado

How to prepare
Make sure to peel the pineapple then chop it into quarters. It is okay to include the core.

Juice the pineapple, pear, spinach, celery and cucumber in a juicer then set aside.

Cut the avocado in half, take out the pit and scoop out the meaty part and place inside a blender.

Pulse until the texture is smooth then add the juice that you’ve set aside earlier then blend.

Drink immediately afterwards.

Food Fact: Even though avocado contains a lot of fat it isn’t saturated fat that harms the body. It
contains Oleic acid, a health monounsaturated fat that quells appetite.

Red Protein Juice

I didn’t know that you could actually add protein powder to fresh vegetable juice. I got this idea
from Drew Canole of Fitlife.tv.

The recipe is actually simple he used two beets, a medium sized cucumber and protein powder.

Here’s how he did it.

To be specific he used Sun Warrior chocolate protein powder which tasted great with beet and
cucumber.

Ingredients
 1 small or medium sized beet
 1 medium sized cucumber
 2 to 3 tablespoons of sun warrior protein powder

How to prepare
Juice the beet and cucumber in a juicer

Pour the juice inside a blender (in the video Drew used a Nutribullet) then blend.
Drink immediately.

Food Fact: Beet was used by the ancient Romans as an aphrodisiac because it contains boron, a
mineral that stimulates our body to produce sex hormones.

Green Chia

This drink has a nice combination of nutrients and protein

in it.

Collard greens aren’t as popular as spinach or kale but in terms of nutritional value we should
not neglect it.

World’s healthiest foods say that collard greens help with in a lot of ways.

It is rich in antioxidants so it will help boost our immune system.

It is a rich source phytonutrients that help with our body’s detoxification.

It is also rich in vitamin K and omega-3 fatty acids which are known to have anti-inflammatory
properties.

Lastly, these leafy greens help improve cardiovascular health and prevent heart ailments.

The protein part of the equation comes from the chia seeds.

Ingredients
 2 to 3 collard greens
 1 medium sized cucumber
 Half a lime
 1 to 2 Fuji apples
 1 head of romaine lettuce
 1 tablespoon chia seeds

How to prepare
Run all the ingredients through a juicer.

Add the chia seeds you’re done extracting juice.

Enjoy this drink.

Food Fact: Per 100 grams chia seeds contains 12 grams of carbohydrates. Out of the 12 grams,
11 grams is fiber. Adding this to any juice recipe will give you fiber that you won’t get.

Red Cabbage Flax

Red cabbage is a rich source of vitamin A, C, K and folate

plus it is very low in sugar which makes this a drink not only good for your health but will also
help in weight loss because of the low sugar content.

Unlike leafy greens that have a strong flavor that can make you gag and vomit, red cabbage has
more of a bitter and peppery flavor.

Flaxseed was added to this recipe for protein and fiber.

Ingredients
 1 medium red cabbage
 1 medium cucumber
 Half a lemon (unpeeled)
 1 tablespoon grinded flaxseed
 1 medium green apple

How to prepare
Chop the red cabbage into quarters to fit in the feed chute.

Follow with the cucumber and lemon.

Add the flaxseed after pouring the drink into a cup.

Stir and enjoy.

Food Fact: Flaxseed is rich in Omega-3, lignans and fiber so consuming it daily can help lower
LDL or bad cholesterol. This is based on a study done on women who ate 4 tablespoons of
ground flaxseed for a year. [source]

Best (and Safe) Way to Lose Weight Through Juicing? The

How-to Principles
Juicing is not a miracle drink that will burn off fat by itself. You’ll have to do your part.

The most important thing is watching what you eat. What I mean is closely monitor your
carbohydrate and sugar intake.

Cut down on eating rice, bread (yes even wheat bread), chocolate, soda, bottled or canned juice
and fried foods.

Then increase your intake of healthy foods like vegetable, fruit, steamed chicken or fish, oats and
of course the recipes you see here.

Start your day right with a glass of warm lemon water then eat a hearty and healthy breakfast.
Avoid processed stuff like cheerios or granola bars because these are loaded with sugar.

This is important – don’t forget to exercise regularly at least 3 times a week for 15 to 30 minutes
per session. Depending on your physical condition you’ll have to choose the right exercise that
will fit your fitness level.

Lastly, you should have the right motivation to lose weight because without it, it will not be
sustainable. I can give you all the how to principles but if you don’t have that inner drive and
desire to better your health and not just focus on the scale.

If you have a weight loss juicing recipe you want to share, just post it in the comments section
below.

http://www.juicingwithg.com/best-juice-recipes-weight-loss/

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29 Health Benefits of Drinking Lemon Water

(Particularly in the Morning)
 A glass of lemon water to start your day
could keep the doctor away…

Why do I say that?

Because according to Hippocrates “All disease begin in the gut” and modern research has been
conclusive that an unhealthy gut leads to a myriad of diseases like diabetes and obesity.

Drinking this in the morning helps your gut by stimulating the production of hydrochloric acid, a
critical ingredient needed by our stomach to digest and expel waste because it is rich in vitamin
C.

And guess what? There are 28 more benefits that I want to share with you.

As recently as a few years ago, I would start my day by drinking a cup of coffee to “wake myself
up”.

It was a habit that lasted around 7 years until I replaced coffee with juice this year.

I did not know that too much caffeine can lead to an early death so I had to cut it off my regular
diet.

I heard about the benefits of drinking lemon water in the morning through my wife’s friend who
was also into juicing, she told us about how good it is for our digestive system so I decided to
research on this and found out it had even more benefits so I thought it was proper to share this
with you.

I have to admit, I still drink coffee but only on occasion when I’m with friends but it is nowhere
near the amount I was drinking before which was about two large cups a day.
Anyway back to the topic…

Why Drink Lemon Water?

A lot of experts that includes doctors and nutritionists encourage people to drink lemon juice or
use it as a sweetener in their green juices because it is rich in vitamin C that is known to
neutralize free-radicals in our body.

It has an alkalizing effect which helps greatly in balancing our body’s pH levels (more on that
below). In fact it was called an “Alkalizing Superstar” by experts because of this.

Overall, this little yellow fruit packs a lot of nutritional punch. It is rich in antioxidants that will
neutralize free radicals from oxidizing cells and it stimulates our digestive system to flush out
toxins from the body.

Here’s the nutrition you’ll get from 100 grams of lemon juice

Vitamins Amount / Serving

Vitamin A 20.0IU
Vitamin C 46.0mg
Vitamin E (Alpha Tocopherol) 0.2mg
Niacin 0.1mg
Vitamin B6 0.1mg
Folate 13.0mcg
Pantothenic Acid 0.1mg
Choline 5.1mg
Minerals
Calcium 7.0mg
Magnesium 6.0mg
Phosphorus 6.0mg
Potassium 124mg
Sodium 1.0mg
Zinc 0.1mg
Selenium 0.1mcg

Source: Nutrition Data

The biggest benefit in my book is the very low sugar levels, according to ThePaleoDiet, per 100
grams it only has 0.2 grams of fructose and 0.2 of glucose which makes this fruit suitable for
almost anyone looking for a quick nutritional boost every morning. Plus it has virtually zero
calories so you won’t gain any weight.
You could sweeten it up, naturally
The most straightforward recipe would be squeezing half-a-lemon on a glass of warm water but
if you think this is too sour for your taste, sweeten it up a bit by adding a teaspoon or two of pure
honey. You do this not only for added flavor but also to help you…

Pick up your energy level

If you’re drained by 2 in the afternoon, trying drinking lemon water with honey because it helps
in boosting energy levels because both of these ingredients are natural energy boosters. This
certainly beats drinking artificial energy drinks like Red Bull.

Treat sore throat

This combination works well together in threating sore throat. Lemon helps dissolve mucus and
lemon acts as a lubricant that coats the backside of your throat providing some relief.

Treat coughs

This is my personal home remedy, when I have cough I’ll mix in honey plus half a lemon in a
mug of hot water and will feel relieved afterwards. According to the Mayo Clinic, honey
contains dextromethorphan an ingredient found in over-the-counter cough medications that
works well as a home remedy to suppress coughs and even sore throat.

But
Adding honey (or any type of sugar for that matter) to lemon water could turn it into an acidic
concoction that could lower your body’s pH levels. According to Ross Bridgeford, if your body’s
pH levels go down, the red blood cells turn into mold, bacteria and yeast which in turn excrete
acid waste. In short, sugar, whether it be honey or processed sugar combined with citrus makes
the body highly acidic – a breeding ground for a lot of ailments.

Tip: If you are drinking lemon water every day, avoid adding any sweeteners in it because it
makes this drink acidic. Only add honey when you need to treat sore throat or coughs.

Should I drink it hot or cold?

As much as I’d like to drink it hot in the morning to wake up my senses, a lot of nutritionists and
health experts say that you should only use lukewarm water because boiling water may kill the
enzymes and cold water may disrupt the digestive benefits because your body will use more
energy to absorb the nutrients as compared to lukewarm water.

The only time to drink it hot would be if you want to relieve constipation, nausea and heartburn.

To sum it all up here are 29 reasons why you should drink this magical drink
1. A Post-Workout Drink
If you are tired of spending a fortune on Gatorade, this recipe that includes lemon, lime, water,
sea salt, and honey/natural sugar could be a good and more affordable alternative.

One thing people don’t realize when they workout is that their body becomes very acidic after an
intense workout. Lemon is a great neutralizer of that high acidity inside your body. [1]

Update (Nov. 12, 2014): I just read in FoodBabe’s site that lemon is rich in electrolytes and an
be used in combination with apple and celery to replace a store bought energy drink like
Gatorade.

Tip: You can also replenish loss fluids during workouts by drinking lemon water instead of just
plain water to improve muscle endurance (particularly for running).

2. Alkalizes the Body

Nutritionists like Gareth Edwards say that has a great alkalizing effect on the body because
“minerals in it disassociate to make it alkaline” as it gets absorbed by the body.

Here’s a video explaining this in detail…

Even though lemon is acidic by nature, when it enters the bloodstream, “the alkalizing salts
override the presence of acids” during the metabolic processes that happens when it enters the
bloodstream. [2]

Tip: Avoid adding honey, maple syrup or any type of sweetener because doing so will just have
the opposite effect which is to raise the body’s acidity levels.

3. Asthma Treatment
Lemon has been listed in countless home remedies lists as one of the best natural treatments for
asthma that’s because it is rich in vitamin C, an antioxidant that fights free radicals which causes
smooth muscle contraction and airway constriction, both symptoms of asthma. It also helps clear
out mucus from air vessels. [3]

Tip: Don’t just rely on lemon for treatment, if your doctor prescribes an inhaler by all means use
it just in case you have asthma attacks. Lemon is only meant to provide you with the dietary
supplement you need to fight this condition.

4. Balances Blood Sugar Levels

Lemon is rich in a compound called Bioflavonoids which gives this fruit its yellow color. This
same compound also naturally stimulates the production of insulin in our body that in turn
balances our blood sugar levels which can help people who have diabetes. [4]

Tip: If you juice try using lemon as the only sweetener in your recipes, it has very little sugar and
calories. It takes takes a little bit to get used to but the results will be well worth it. If it’s too
bitter or sour, add one apple to the mix.

5. Balances pH levels
When our pH level increases it means our body is becoming more acidic which makes it more
prone to diseases such as high cholesterol and diabetes. A great way of balancing pH levels is
drinking water infused with fresh lemon juice to alkalize the body and lowering acidity levels.
[5]

6. Brain Food
This little yellow fruit is rich in potassium which is considered brain food. [6]

7. Caffeine Replacement
Lemon is a natural energy booster, even more so if you add honey to it. I’ve said earlier in this
article that I was a chain coffee drinker who gulps down 2 large mugs a day and I’ve replaced it
lemon water with no regrets whatsoever. [7]

8. Detoxifies
If you’re haven’t heard about “The Master Cleanse”, this is basically a diet that consists of only
drinking lemon water mixed with honey, cayenne pepper or maple syrup for an extended period
of time.

This method may not work for everyone but I’d like to point out that this method takes
advantage the citric acid present in lemon that will help flush toxins from the colon, gallbladder
and liver that otherwise would be absorbed by the body.

A similar effect can be had by drinking this first thing in the morning before any meals. [8]

9. Dissolves Phlegm
Citric acid present in lemon will dissolve phlegm. In addition to that it is rich in antioxidants like
Vitamin C and K that help fight off cough and colds.
The traditional concoction involves combining lemon with warm water and honey. Warm water
in a way sooths irritation (at the same time is a decongestant) caused by cough. William Sears
says that honey is a very effective at dissolving phlegm, more effective than cough syrups. [9]

Tip: Remember that if your cough does not improve a few days after drinking this mixture,
consult a physician and take proper medication. This only serves as a natural first aid
alternative.

10. Fights Cancer Cells

Remember about the compound Bioflavonoids I was talking about earlier, it turns out that this
also works as an antioxidant that fights cell oxidation and free radical damage which are the
main culprits of cancer. Theresa Chung who wrote “The Lemon Juice Diet” went as far as saying
that it can help prevent cancer. It also contains pectin that according to Vijaya Kumar have been
known to protect the intestines from cancer.

11. Heart Food

Potassium found in lemon is vital for the function of our heart, it does not treat any ailment but it
helps in preventing heart related illnesses like high blood pressure, high cholesterol and irregular
heartbeat.

12. Helps Hydrate Our Lymphatic System

According to Dr. John Douillard, the lymph system largest circulatory system in our body, twice
as large as the arterial system, it is responsible for flushing out waste and toxins out of our
system. Keeping it hydrated is important to our overall health.

Actually, water alone is enough to hydrate the lymph system but I added lemon here because it
helps in alkalizing thus balancing acidity levels.

13. Helps Treat Constipation

This combo is great as a home remedy for constipation. Water helps lubricate the digestive
system and soften stool. Citric acid found in lemon induces bowel movement that will flush out
undigested waste from the colon. [10]

14. Helps Treat Scurvy

Scurvy for those who don’t know is a disease that is a direct result of vitamin C deficiency.
Sailors are most prone to this disease because of their extended mission trips on sea that often
outlast their produce supply. Lemon water is the treatment of choice for this ailment because it is
rich in vitamin C. Water is great as masking the sharp flavor thus allowing them to drink this
concoction in large amounts.
15. Improves Digestive Health
A cup of warm water before any meal in the morning will help break down waste and flush out
to toxins from the gut. That’s because at a molecular level, lemon is similar to your saliva that
encourages the liver to produce bile – a fluid needed by our intestines to dispose waste and
toxins. [11]

Tip: Warm lemon water should be the first thing that goes in your stomach in the morning,
before having breakfast or any other liquid.

16. Improves Eyesight

Being rich in vitamin C also has a positive effect on your eyesight as this will help prevent eye
conditions like macular degeneration and cataract. [12]

It also contains a tiny bit of vitamin A (1% per 244 grams), another key nutrient for good vision.

17. Improves Our Immune System

Lemons is rich in nutrients like bioflavonoids, vitamin C, potassium, magnesium, citric acid,
folate and pectin that boost our body’s immune system and immobilize free radicals –
the cause of most ailments.

18. Increases Metabolism and Promotes Weight Loss

It is a little known fact that drinking 8 glasses of water (8 ounces per glass) each day actually
boosts your metabolism or how much your body burns calories by 30%. This is based on a study
done by Michael Boschmann of the Franz Volhard Research Center. Lemon adds some flavor to
water which will help you drink more plus it has pectin which suppresses appetite. [13]

Tip: Most of the pectin and dietary fiber is found in the white pity part under the skin, make sure
to eat this as well.

19. Keeps Our Body Hydrated

If drinking pure water is a chore for you consider adding a few slices of lemon in there to add a
bit of flavor and sharpness to it. It’ll help hydrate your body and replenish lost vitamin and
minerals you lose when you get stressed. [14]

20. Kills Free Radicals

Per 100grams of lemon juice, you’ll get 77% of your daily vitamin C requirements which is
known to neutralize free radicals in our body.
21. Kills Worms
Parasites like worms thrive in an acidic environment by drinking something bitter like lemon
mixed in water helps in flushing them out.

22. Lowers High Blood Pressure

A citrus fruit, like lemon is rich in vitamin C that helps in thinning the blood, in addition to its
antioxidant properties. Another mineral found in this fruit that helps lower blood pressure is
potassium that flushes out excess sodium. [15]

Tip: if you suffer high blood pressure it is important that you keep yourself hydrated throughout
the day because the lack of water tells your body to go into preservation mode which means it
will hang on to every last drop of water your body has, the effect of that is thickening of the
blood – another cause of high blood pressure.

23. Lowers Stress Levels

One thing that gets depleted when you’re stressed is vitamin C so the next time your stress levels
go up, take a break and replenish that lost vitamin C with a cup of warm lemon water. [16]

24. Prevents Bad Breath

It helps two ways here. First by killing the bad-breath-causing bacteria in your mouth and
second, by flushing away toxins in your liver that when overworked releases bad smelling
substances to the bloodstream, lungs then out the mouth. [17]

25. Radiant Skin

Its antioxidant properties help you get more radiant skin from the inside out by repairing
damaged cells, flushing out toxins and killing free radicals that can ruin our skin. [18]

26. Reduces Uric Acid and Inflammation

Lemon is rich in potassium and citrate that prevent the crystallization and buildup of uric acid
inside the body which also causes swelling. Since it is a diuretic it will help flush out excess fluid
from the body and that includes the uric acid thus reducing inflammation. [19]

Tip: To get the maximum benefit, drink a glass after every meal and avoid adding any
sweeteners in there like honey because this is a byproduct of fructose metabolism. [20]

27. Treats Kidney Stones (and Prevent It)

Dr. Hoffman said in this article that the citrate present in lemon help inhibit oxalate crystals from
forming, one of the most common kidney stones. He recommends mixing 4 ounces of lemon
juice to two liters of water to increase urinary citrate levels. Oh, avoid adding any sugar or honey
for the maximum benefit.

28. UTI Prevention

My wife has had her battles with UTI and a recent bout with it left her weak and unable to work
for almost a week. Her friend’s sister had it much worst, the UTI she had led to septic shock
which almost took her life fortunately she was able to overcome it.

Studies have shown that lemon has antiseptic properties that prevent sepsis – a condition when
left untreated may lead to septic shock.

If you have UTI, drink lots of water to flush out toxins and facilitate the healing process. Lemon
juice is a natural antibiotic that kill the bacteria inside the bladder and urethra so adding this to
water will help in naturally relieving the pain. [21][22]

29. Your Liver Will Love It

Vitamin C, which is abundant in lemon, is needed by our body to produce glutathione which is
needed to detoxify the liver. Also its antiseptic properties stimulate the liver in flushing out uric
acid and other impurities. [23]

Some tips
1. The best time to drink lemon water would be in the morning 15 to 30 minutes before
having any type of meal because your body will be able to absorb more nutrients on an
empty stomach.
2. Avoid any type of bottled/concentrated lemon juice as these are already pasteurized and
contain artificial sweeteners that we don’t want. Remember adding sugar to a citrus fruit
raises the body’s pH level. Using fresh lemon is always the best.
3. I’ve read some articles that go as far as saying to drink this even before brushing your
teeth, I say that’s going overboard but it’s worth a shot
4. Lifehack recommends that you use half a lemon if you weigh 150 pounds or less and a
whole lemon if you weigh over 150 pounds
5. You can use a straw to drink this since the acids found in lemon can eat away at the
teeth’s protective enamel coating
6. You could follow up with a glass of water to wash away those acids

Looking to add more lemon to your diet?

1. You could squeeze lemon on meat, seafood or salad dishes to add a contrasting flavor to
these dishes
 2. Add lemon zest on drinks or desserts
3. It could be used as a base for cakes, cookies and other desserts

Don’t throw away the skin

Don’t throw away the skin as it is a rich source of nutrients like potassium, dietary fiber, vitamin
A and C, calcium, beta carotene and iron. It is known to be a great anti-cancer agent because it
flushes away carcinogenic stuff from our body.

You could eat the skin but I’d prefer to grate it on your desserts, food or drinks. It will all boil
down on your preference. Remember if you’re planning on eating the skin make sure that you
are using organic, that way you don’t have to worry about pesticides going into your system.

But

Avoid eating the rind if you have kidney or gallbladder stones avoid eating the skin as it contains
high amounts of oxalates that can crystalize and become stones.

How to prepare?
You can do what I do and squeeze it on a cup of warm water but that’s messy and you’ll need to
exert some effort. To get more juice out of lemon that you could use on lemon water or as a part
of juice recipes you can use a lemon squeezer or juicer.
Another way to prepare lemon water is chopping them off in slices and soaking them in a pitcher
of water. This will help add to the flavor of water and help you drink more. Just make sure to
wash it thoroughly and scrub the rind.

If possible, avoid using the microwave

I’d avoid using the microwave to heat this because of the radiation that could possibly kill the
nutrients in this drink, if possible use a thermos and fill up 3/4’s of the cup with water (at room
temp) and the other 1/4 with hot water, that should do the trick. If you need to use the microwave
cover the cup with a small ceramic (not plastic) plate so it shields the drink from radiation

Can pregnant women drink this?

Dietitian Julie Redfern says that drinking lemon water can provide some relief from dizziness,
headaches, endema, and cramps. The American Pregnancy Association says that even lemon
scent helps provide relief to morning sickness. Only avoid this when you have allergies to citrus
or if you have ulcer. Make sure to consult with your gynecologist before making any diet
changes during pregnancy.

Finally, avoid lemon if

You have an ulcer or if you’re by chance allergic to it. It would be best to consult your physician
before consuming lemon if you think you may have these conditions.
The Bottom Line: It Promotes Healing and Improve Our
Health
This magical fruit from the rind all the way to its juices is a rich source of nutrients, antioxidants
and enzymes that help flush out toxins, prevent diseases and promote healing in our bodies.
You’ll notice that all the benefits listed maybe redundant but that’s I’m trying to point out – they
are related to one another.

Adding this drink to your diet will do a great deal in balancing your body’s pH levels that
prevents it from being too acidic. It’s in an acidic environment where bacteria, parasites and
cancer cells thrive.

Remember to drink at least 8 glasses of water every day to keep your body hydrated.