10 smoothie recipes for body cleanse

Author: Vera Kobchenko - certified trainer-nutritionist.
2017-03-07

Smoothies aren’t just a tasty drink, as many believe. They are beneficial, nutritious, low-calorie cocktails made from various fruit and vegetable ingredients blended into a homogeneous mass. Such mixtures not only provide a delicious snack but can also fully replace some meals, like dinner. This is especially relevant for those looking to enhance their physique and shed a few extra pounds, as smoothies help curb hunger and reduce irritability during diets.

Moreover, smoothies are very filling and rich in dietary fibers, especially cellulose. That's why including smoothies in your diet positively affects both digestion and metabolism, cleansing the intestines.

10 Detoxifying Smoothie Recipes

#1 – Refreshing. Ingredients: Kiwi, banana, and spinach.

The spinach used replenishes necessary minerals and vitamins and cleanses the body of toxins. Adding kiwi and banana beautifully enhances the taste of the drink. The result is a nutritious breakfast with an amazing taste, energizing and invigorating.

#2 – Nutritious. Ingredients: Apple, cucumber, avocado, and ginger.

Avocado contains monounsaturated fats, which rival animal fats in nutritional value. This makes the smoothie highly nutritious. Apple and cucumber bring freshness, while a couple of pieces of ginger add a unique aroma. This resulting drink will boost immunity and keep hunger at bay for at least a couple of hours.

#3 – Low-Calorie. Ingredients: Apple, kiwi, lettuce leaves, and avocado.

In addition to being nutritious, this drink is rich in iron. It is low-calorie, aids in body cleansing, and normalizes metabolism.

#4 – Refreshing. Ingredients: Cucumber and parsley greens.

The cucumber is composed of a very high percentage of water, about 90%. Therefore, a cucumber drink is excellent for quenching thirst. The parsley in it makes it incredibly beneficial, rich in carotene and vitamin C. As a result, you get a refreshing and healthy combination in one drink.

#5 – Easily Digestible. Ingredients: Cabbage, avocado, and spinach.

The combination of filling and nutritious avocado with spinach is perfectly complemented by easily digestible protein and a large amount of fiber from the cabbage. They will delight you not just with their health benefits but also with their flavor.

#6 – Smiley. Ingredients: Apple, cucumber, and lime.

This smoothie gets its name from lime. It helps detoxify the body, improving overall well-being and mood. This calming, refreshing, and invigorating drink will be appreciated by many.

#7 – Mood Booster. Ingredients: Green pepper and lemon juice.

At first glance, this may seem like a strange combination, but many of us dress vegetable salads with lemon juice, including sweet peppers. Green pepper is rich in B vitamins, which are good for combating stress, improving memory, and are essential for people with chronic fatigue.

#8 – Evening. Ingredients: Apple, lime, and broccoli.

Broccoli removes heavy metal salts from the body and contains a lot of protein, making it especially valuable for vegetarians and those who don’t want to overload their stomachs with heavy foods like meat. It’s suitable for consumption in the evening.

#9 – Vitamin-rich. Ingredients: Cucumber, lemon, kiwi, and pineapple.

This is a true vitamin cocktail. Thanks to the high content of biologically active substances in pineapple, this drink improves digestion, promotes weight loss, and rejuvenates the body. By increasing serotonin levels in the blood, it dulls the feeling of hunger.

#10 – Antitoxin. Ingredients: Apple and celery.

Celery has a toning effect. Combined with apple, it has a calming effect and low calorie content, as well as helping to eliminate toxins. This is the simplest and most commonly used smoothie, suitable for consumption both in the morning and in the evening.

Secrets for Making the Perfect Smoothie:

1. To achieve an aesthetically pleasing color for the drink, do not mix dark berries with dark greens.

2. Combine no more than 5 components; the key here is not to overdo it.

3. If you want something sweet, add fruits, honey, syrup, or cocoa.

4. The smoothie should have a consistency similar to a milkshake, so blend until it reaches a homogeneous mass.

5. Do not add too much water. The cocktail should be thick and vibrant in color.

6. It's better to drink smoothies cold but not icy. To chill, use a small amount of cool water or frozen berries.

And the final tip for those trying to lose weight: Don’t drink smoothies! It’s better to eat them with a small spoon so that the feeling of fullness arrives more quickly.

Best regards, Vera Kobchenko, trainer-nutritionist.