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If you are on your journey of transformation, we have an amazing recipe to share with you that you will absolutely love. This recipe is not only low-glycemic, it will also make you feel full.
So what ingredients do you need for this recipe? Here is your shopping list below.
Cucumber
Cucumbers are mainly composed of water (about 95%). Cucumbers help digestion and moving waste out of the body. The skin of cucumbers are composed of many important minerals like silica. Silica is critical for maintaining healthy bones, cartilage, and connective tissues.
Parsley
Parsley is packed with magnesium, calcium, and potassium that are essential for maintaining a healthy body. Parsley is also packed with antioxidants like luteolin. Luteolin prevents the oxidations of cells. Parsley also has beta-carotene and vitamin C. Beta-carotene is an antioxidant which helps prevent diabetes, colon cancer, and heart disease.
Red Pepper
Sliced red sweet pepper is not only an excellent source of carotenoids, but it’s also a source of over 30 different members of the carotenoid nutrient family. It contain many phytochemicals which are naturally occurring compounds found in plants. Red peppers are nutrient-dense, and one of the richest sources of vitamins A and C. Just a cup a day can provide more than 100% of your daily needs.
Turmeric
Turmeric is one of the most versatile spices. It has almost a sweet and tangy taste. Turmeric contains antioxidants that fight and neutralize cancer causing free radicals. Turmeric can increase detoxification enzymes which help eliminate toxins. Turmeric also helps increase the liver’s ability to decrease LDL (bad) cholesterol. Turmeric also improves circulation, promotes blood formation, and purifies the blood.
Jalapenos
Jalapenos contain a negligible amount of calories, with only 4 calories in one pepper. They also have less than a gram each of protein and fat and just 0.91 gram of carbohydrates. Jalapenos are a rich source of vitamin C that helps prevent damage from free radicals.
Lime
Lime is the sweeter cousin of the lemon. They contain imagescalcium and folate, two nutrients that are important for post-menopausal women and women of child-bearing age. The limonoid compounds in limes have been shown to prevent cancers of the colon, stomach, and blood. Though the exact mechanism is unknown, scientists have observed that antioxidant limonoids also cause cancer cell death in test tubes. It is also a natural inhibitor of kidney stones made of crystallized calcium. Go for fresh lime juice squeezed into water, as opposed to commercial limeades, for maximum benefits.
Pink Himalayan Salt
Himalayan salt is made of the same components as table salt but since the crystal structure is larger than refined salt, this salt has LESS sodium per 1/4 t. serving. It packs a hearty 80+ minerals and elements. Himalayan salts are mineral packed crystals that balance electrolytes and regulate water content both inside and outside of cells. It also helps in preventing muscle cramping, aids in proper metabolism functioning, strengthens bones, lowers blood pressure, and improves circulation.
Chia Seeds
Chia seeds are also popular for weight loss. They help you feel full and help with digestion as well. Chia seeds absorb 10 times their weight in water, forming a bulky gel. They contain Omega-3 Fatty Acids that are essential in decreasing heart disease risks and triglycerides and boost brain power. Since chia seeds form a “chia-like gel” when exposed to liquid, they actually can help hydrate the body and reduce blood pressure.
To kickstart your weight loss journey, you can do a 3 day juice fast with these ingredients. The amount below is for 5 juices/day.
Ingredients
- 15 Cucumbers
- 20 pieces Turmeric
- 15 Limes
- 4 Handfuls of Parsley
- 1 pinch Himalayan Pink Salt
- 2 cups Chia Seeds
- 2 Jalapenos
- 15 Peppers (Red or Green)
Instructions
- Put Chia in 10 minutes before you drink it. Do not store with Chia seed in juice.
- Juice all vegetables and fruits.
- Put all juice into large container.
- Add in chia seeds.
- Add in pink salt.
- Mix.
- Store and Serve chilled.
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