Smoothies are one of the best ways to get important nutrition into easy, delicious, and convenient drinks. They are also a great way to detox.
The human body is exposed to toxins every day, through environmental factors, food, water, and more. These toxins can enter the body and the bloodstream, where they slow digestion, cause weight gain, and promote chronic diseases. This is why it is crucial to detoxify and get rid of toxins in the body.
This detoxifying lime mint smoothie is packed with natural ingredients that detox the body and promote overall health. Let’s take a look at the ingredients.
Apples:
They are packed with antioxidants, which are important for our overall health. They also help with the bodies natural detoxification process. Don’t forget to eat one a day to keep the doctor away!
Kale:
It is an excellent source of two powerful antioxidants called carotenoids and flavonoids. These antioxidants protect our bodies from harmful oxidative stress. They also contain important flavonoids like kaempferol and quercitin, which it thought to kill certain types of cancer cells.
Limes:
They are high in pectin fiber, which helps suppress food cravings. Fiber also helps the body eliminate waste products by cleansing and detoxifying it. By maintaining a more alkaline diet, the immune system is allowed to thrive. Organic limes help regulate the body’s pH.
Mint:
Mint helps aid in digestion and metabolism, helping the body remove wastes.
Process the following ingredients in a blender:
2 green apples
Juice from one lime
4 mint leaves
1 handful of kale, chopped and ribs removed
Make sure ingredients are organic
Enjoy this detoxifying lime mint smoothie!
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REFERENCES:
1. “Nutrition Facts and Analysis for Spearmint, Fresh [mint].” Self Nutrition Data. Self Nutrition Data, n.d. Web. 31 Aug. 2015.
2. “Nutrition Facts and Analysis for Limes, Raw.” Self Nutrition Data. Self Nutrition Data, n.d. Web. 31 Aug. 2015.
