Fruits and vegetables are a powerful combination to change everything about your mood, skin and improve your health. Juicing is very popular right now because it's another yummy way to consume vegetables. Drinking greens is way easier than chewing bitter cooked flavors. The best thing about juices is that they are low calorie and if you make them right, you don't have to eat and you will feel satisfied.
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We are going to show you some recipes that are fantastic to give you more energy, accelerate your metabolism, help you sleep, improve your skin and keep you young and healthy. Check out my favorite 10 recipes!
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For the brain
A healthy brain means great memory. Tomatoes, avocados, blueberries are just the perfect ingredients to make a powerful brain drink. They are all rich in Omega-3, fatty acids and antioxidants to boot memory. Blend one cup of tomato juice, half a cup of blueberries, half avocado and one tablespoon of honey together. Add some mint for a crispier taste!
For more energy
When you lack energy, you can’t exercise and you’ll end up gaining weight. When we are tired, our bodies crave sugar and sugar turns into fat. It’s a vicious cycle. Drink your energy with a juice made with kale, blueberries and beets. All these foods are rich in antioxidants, which help clean the blood.
For your libido
Asparagus, bananas and celery are great for boosting your desire. These vegetables and fruit are rich in vitamin B, E and potassium which help get rid of toxins in the body and enhance your libido. Blend two cups of coconut water, one banana, one carrot, two celery stalks and three figs for sweetness. Enjoy and feel the difference in bed!
For the immune system
Broccoli is very rich in vitamin C which has anti-inflammatory properties. Ginger and garlic have a high concentration of sulfur, which helps boost the immune system and fight infections. Mix one cup of coconut water, four broccoli florets, one clove of garlic, two beets and one tablespoon of honey. Play with the ingredients until you reach the consistency you like.
For stress
To relieve stress naturally without the help of pills the best thing is comfort foods. Make a cup of chamomile tea and let it cool completely. To the tea you are going to add one tablespoon of honey and the juice of one grapefruit. You can garnish it with a sprig of mint or rosemary. Chamomile has soothing capabilities which will relax your muscles and slow your heart rate.
For better digestion
Papaya is the best choice because it has a powerful enzymes that help the digestive system. Papaya also works great to eliminate heartburn and gas. Ginger is also wonderful for the stomach because it helps clean the intestines and move your bowels. Blend half a small papaya, three large kale leaves, a few cabbage leaves, a thumb-sized piece of ginger root and one wedge of lemon. You can add agave for a little sweetness.
For your nerves
Folic acid is wonderful to control the nerves and it’s found in high quantities in orange juice. Calcium and vitamin B6 are great to create proper nerve function. Leafy greens like chard and cruciferous vegetables like cauliflower and Brussels sprouts are perfect for this healing juice. Blend one cup of fresh squeezed orange juice with a couple of leaves of red chard, five strawberries and a tablespoon of honey.
For clear skin
Cucumber is the best thing you can drink for your skin because it is full of water and rich in minerals like potassium, magnesium and silica. All you need is one cucumber, one red apple for sweetness and 8 ounces of water. Blend all the ingredients and hydrate your skin.
Faster metabolism
Ginger is one of those ingredients that are good for everything, but we seldom eat. If you want to speed up your metabolism, you should make a smoothie with apples, ginger and a little of agave nectar for sweetness. Have it right after breakfast to get your machine working.
Better sleep
Who doesn't want to get a better night of sleep after a stressful day? If you want to sleep soundly without taking any medicine, beets are the answer for you. They have natural properties that increase melatonin that aids sleep. One glass of beets with ginger and honey is enough to make you have sweet dreams!
