We are constantly fighting against food and environmental toxins and because of this, it is important to help the body in its self-cleaning. Fortunately nature is spoiling us with its natural and available products that can help us eliminate toxic waste from our colon. In this article, you will discover a recipe based on ginger, lemon, parsley, apple cider vinegar, flax meal and kefir, an array of ingredients that only promote the health of your body!
Body detoxification should always be accompanied by physical activity, good nights sleep and a healthy diet. In an article on the Mayo Clinic website, we also show the impact of alcohol on the liver, which is the essential organ of body purification! Not to mention smoking also considered a habit that harms liver health according to several research.
The recipe for the multi-ingredient drink
You can juggle the quantities of ingredients according to your taste and preferences! Mix them and drink the drink in the morning when you wake up, you will quickly notice its impressive effects on your body.
Ingredients :
- The juice of a lemon, bio
- A handful of parsley, bio
- 1 teaspoon of cinnamon powder, organic
- 1 tablespoon of grated ginger, organic
- 1 teaspoon of apple cider vinegar, organic
- 1 tablespoon flax flour, organic
- 100 ml of kefir
The benefits of the ingredients:
Lemon for vitamin C and pectin
Vitamin C found in lemon, boosts your immune system and attacks free radicals that protect you from toxins. As for the pulp of lemon, it is rich in pectin that will allow you to feel full and improve digestion. Do not forget to add lemon pulp to the mixture. Thus, lemon juice that is full of vitamin C would help cleanse the colon.
Parsley for iron
This plant is often used in our dishes to raise the taste but not only, because parsley also contains a battery of nutrients including vitamins C, and K and iron. Dehydrated parsley contains even more iron which is essential for the proper functioning of the body. Not forgetting apigenin, lutein and beta-carotene that parsley contains and that act as powerful antioxidants.
Cinnamon and fresh ginger for antioxidants and inflammation
Cinnamon contains a compound called cinnamaldehyde that has excellent antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties that can reduce stomach upset and ease digestion. And if you add ginger, the result is even more impressive because it contains gingerol, a bioactive compound with antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effects according to many studies.
Apple cider vinegar for digestion
Apple cider vinegar is an excellent natural product to aid digestion and stabilize blood glucose levels according to science. It contains acetic acid that helps the body absorb more easily the nutrients you consume. In addition, it is considered a fermented food containing probiotics that would help clean the colon.
Flaxseed for Omega-3s
It has been proven that flaxseed is an excellent source of omega-3, manganese and copper. This food is also a good source of alpha-linolenic acid (ALA) that prevents cholesterol from depositing in the blood vessels of the heart and reduces artery inflammation according to animal studies. In addition, according to a research in Researche Gate, flaxseed would help fight constipation and maintain good intestinal transit.
Kefir for probiotics
Kefir is a drink obtained from the fermentation of kefir seeds. This product is rich in probiotics that are known to promote the health of intestinal flora.
You have noticed that all these ingredients are natural and promote good health of the body. Do your shopping and prepare this drink as soon as possible to enjoy its benefits!
Warnings :
Lemon is not recommended for people with heartburn, stomach ulcers, kidney and biliary disorders.
Apple cider vinegar could cause digestive discomfort because of its acidity. Also, it would be important to dilute it before consuming it.
It would be best to seek the advice of your doctor before taking this drink. If you are following a specific treatment, check with your doctor that the components of this drink will not interact with your treatment.
