The accumulation of toxins we are exposed to daily, through our food, environmental pollution and stress, can lead to various health problems. Therefore, we can improve the functioning of the whole body and prevent such health problems by cleaning the colon. Here's a recipe for a pineapple and cucumber juice to clean the colon in 7 days and help you lose weight!
Although the body is very well equipped to eliminate toxins, it is possible to improve its natural detoxification system. Some fruits and vegetables are more conducive to helping the body eliminate waste, promote weight loss, and improve overall health.
Antioxidants Vs toxins
According to an article in Lefigaro magazine, a diet rich in antioxidants can help your body fight the oxidative stress caused by an excess of free radicals and other toxins that increase the risk of disease. Vitamins A, C, and E, selenium, lycopene, lutein and zeaxanthin are all antioxidants to promote in your diet.
A Norwegian research confirms that berries, fruits, nuts, cocoa, vegetables, spices and beverages such as coffee and green tea are among the richest antioxidant foods. Today's recipe is indeed a natural juice made from fruits rich in antioxidants and able to clean the colon and improve digestion and why not lose weight.
Ingredients:
- ½ cucumber
- A slice of pineapple
- 1 orange (juice)
- a glass of water
- An apple (green or red)
- Gel of half a leaf of aloe-vera
Preparation
Rinse the cucumber and apple, cut into small pieces and put in a blender. Add the pineapple slice, the orange juice, the glass of water and the gel of the aloe-vera leaf, then mix everything to obtain a homogeneous juice. Drink this drink twice a day, in the morning, on an empty stomach and in the afternoon.
Also be sure to drink at least 8 glasses of water during the day. After a week, you will feel much better and lose weight!
Here's how to extract the gel from an aloe-vera leaf: Using a knife, cut the edges of the leaf and divide it in half. Gently slide the knife along the bottom edge of the skin over the entire length of the leaf to get the most gel possible.
The benefits of components
Cucumber: Cucumbers contain antioxidants, including flavonoids and tannins, which prevent the accumulation of harmful free radicals and may reduce the risk of chronic disease.
Pineapple: Low calorie, this fruit is particularly rich in vitamin C and manganese, providing respectively 131% and 76% of daily recommendations. Vitamin C is known to help growth and development, the health of the immune system and the absorption of iron in the diet. Meanwhile, manganese is a natural mineral that promotes growth, maintains a healthy metabolism and has antioxidant properties.
Orange: Orange juice is a good source of antioxidants such as flavonoids, carotenoids and ascorbic acid according to several researches. It is also a concentrated source of vitamin C, a water-soluble vitamin that also plays a powerful antioxidant role and plays a central role in immune function.
Apple: Researchers believe that apples are more hearty because they are less energy dense while still providing fiber and volume. The type of fiber in apples feeds the good bacteria and may be why they protect against obesity, heart disease and type 2 diabetes.
Aloe Vera: Aloe vera is a rich source of antioxidants, it contains important vitamins and minerals such as vitamins B, C, E and folic acid. The enzymes in this plant help break down sugars and fats and maintain good digestion. However, this plant is not recommended for pregnant or breastfeeding women, or people who suffer from appendicitis, hemorrhoids, intestinal obstruction or chronic inflammation of the intestines. It is also not recommended for children under 12 years old.
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