Recipes
Layered Berry Smoothies
INGREDIENTS: 1 cup frozen strawberries 1 cup frozen blueberries15 ounce can coconut milk1 cup plain silken tofuMaple syrupINSTRUCTIONS: In a blender, place the frozen strawberries with ½ cup coconut milk and ½ tablespoon maple syrup. Blend until smooth and no chunks. Divide the mixture between two cups and set in the freezer for 5 minutes while creating the next layer. Rinse the blender. Add ½ cup coconut milk along with the silken tofu. Blend until smooth. Carefully pour the mixture over the first strawberry layer and return the cups to the freezer for 20 minutes. Add the frozen blueberries with the remaining coconut milk into the blender. Blend until smooth and no chunks. Carefully pour the mixture over the strawberry and coconut layer. Serve and enjoy!
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Dragon Fruit Lemonade
INGREDIENTS: 2-3 cups of water 1/2 cup honey 1-2 cups of fresh dragon fruit peeled 1 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice Extra dragon fruit lemon wedges and mint for garnish INSTRUCTIONS: Place the dragon fruit in a blender until desired consistency is reached. Add the cold water, lemon juice and honey to the blender. Garnish with a slice of lemon and mint. Pour over ice and enjoy!
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Butterfly Pea Latte
INGREDIENTS: 10 butterfly pea flower 1/2 cup Almond milk 2 tablespoon maple syrup 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract Ice cubes INSTRUCTIONS: Place 10 flowers of butterfly pea in a teapot. Pour one cup hot water into the flower and let it steep for 5 mins so the color will turn deep purple in shade. Keep the flower aside. Fill the serving glass with ice cubes. Then pour in the maple syrup, milk, and vanilla extract over the ice. Next, pour the brewed blue butterfly pea tea slowly over the ice or using a spoon. Take a sip and enjoy!
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Vegan Pumpkin Cold Brew Coffee
Ingredients For the vegan pumpkin cream: 1 14-ounce can lite coconut milk 3 tablespoons pumpkin puree 3 tablespoons pure maple syrup 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract Pinch sea salt For one glass of Vegan Pumpkin Cream Cold Brew: Cold brew coffee Ice Pumpkin cream Pinch pumpkin spice mix for garnish Instructions Fill your glass 3/4 of the way full of ice. Pour coffee in about 2/3 full. Give your pumpkin cream a good shake Spoon pumpkin cream over the top until glass is filled. Sprinkle a bit of pumpkin spice mix over the top and serve.
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Ultimate Gazpacho
Ingredients 4 large red tomatoes 1 small yellow onion, cut 1″ chunks 1 small cucumber, peeled and seeded 1 medium red bell pepper, cored and seeded ¼ cup fresh basil leaves 1 large garlic clove, peeled ¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar ¾ teaspoon fine sea salt Freshly ground black pepper Instructions Place veggies in your blender bowl. Cut the tomatoes into 1″ chunks. Add all of the tomato chunks to the blender Add all of the onion chunks to the blender. Add all of the cucumber chunks to the blender. Add all of the pepper chunks to the blender. To the blender, add the basil, garlic, olive oil, vinegar, salt and about 10 twists of black pepper. Securely fasten the lid and blend, starting on low and increasing to high speed, until the mixture is completely smooth, about 2 minutes. Chill the soup for at least 2 hours, or up to 24 hours. Before serving, taste, and add additional salt and black pepper. To serve, divide the soup into small bowls or cups. Top with reserved cucumber, bell pepper, or a few torn basil leaves and lightly sprinkle of pepper.
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Coffee Lover's Smoothie
Ingredients ¾ cup brewed coffee, cooled in the fridge 1 frozen medium ripe banana 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1 tablespoon natural peanut butter ¾ cup frozen cauliflower (or ½ cup ice) 1/4 cup unsweetened coconut or almond milk 1/2 tablespoon cacao powder 1 serving collagen peptides or your favorite protein powder Instructions In a large high-powered blender, add in all ingredients and blend on high for 1-2 minutes or until all ingredients are well combined. If necessary, add in more almond milk to thin the smoothie.
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Best Detox drink to lose weight fast
If you're looking to lose any excess fat from your body and if you're looking to embark on a ship-shape diet and exercise regime, here's something that might prove to be as effective. Welcome to infused waters or waters of detox. Detox water helps remove toxins and other unsavory build-up substances from the gastrointestinal system, which slows down the metabolic system, increases fatigue and weight gain, and contributes to various diseases. They can improve metabolism, flush out toxins, help the body release fat cells, and keep the mood bright. For a detox, the digestive system and liver are necessary, and these infused waters assist them both. Being hydrated reduces constipation as well. Detox Drink with Lemon And Ginger: If consumed rightly and at the perfect time, this wonder drink will display impressive results in the weight loss process. This detox water, made with the goodness of lemon and ginger, should preferably be consumed on an empty stomach early in the morning. It provides a kick-start to your body and also improves your metabolism. In lukewarm water (about one glass), squeeze in half a lemon and add 1 inch of grated ginger. Drink two glasses of lemon and ginger detox drink for 1-2 months for significant results. Detox Drink with Cinnamon: Delightful cinnamon has a distinct taste and a piquant fragrance. In the weight loss journey, this wonder spice will demonstrate productive outcomes. As it improves metabolism and has fat-burning abilities, you can eat it in the form of a detox drink. The main ingredient needed for it is cinnamon if you want to have a flat tummy. Only take a container and fill it with lukewarm water. Add a tablespoon of cinnamon spice and let it ferment in the water for some minutes. The more nutrients get leaked into the water, the longer you infuse them. Consume it for more significant benefits at bedtime (a cup or so). Detox Drink of Cucumber And Mint: This is the perfect drink for detoxification. It will not only help flush out toxins from the body, but it has a good taste and fragrance as well. When infused into water, the cucumber and mint release their nutrients, which help to facilitate digestion. Only take a big jug and put in a few slices of cucumber and fresh mint leaves. Let it infuse and keep sipping during the day for some time. Detox Drink with Cucumber Mint: Another joy of the season, another occasion to rejoice! Traditionally, mint is known to be the best ingredient for a calming and upset stomach. Mint also stimulates bile flow into the stomach, speeding up the process of digestion. This cooler is as much a respite from the bustling heat as from the poisonous overload, combined with antioxidant-rich cucumber and lemon. Ingredients: One cucumber (peeled) 8-10 Leaves of Mint 2 tbsp of lemon juice Ice cubes Chilled water Lemon and mint leaves. Turmeric Tea Detox: Turmeric (Haldi) tea, a natural blend of antioxidants and anti-inflammatory ingredients, has many health advantages. Turmeric is a beneficial spice for liver washing, thereby enhancing immunity by improving the liver’s function. The ginger addition doubles the anti-inflammatory effects. Detox Turmeric Tea Ingredients: Turmeric 1/2 tsp. Ginger 1/2 tsp, (chopped) Black Pepper 1/4 tsp one tsp of honey 2 cups of water Strawberry Kiwi Detox Water: For healthy weight loss and glowing skin strawberry and kiwi, Detox water is beneficial. Results can be seen in a month. By mixing all ingredients and leaving to cool for 1-2 hours in the refrigerator before serving. After 24-48 hours, discard, or when the fruit begins to taste sour. Ingredients: Approximately 1 to 2 liters of water 1 of a lemon Five sliced strawberries one sliced apple Any new leaves with mint One teaspoonful of cinnamon Ice cubes Apple Cider Vinegar Detox for weight loss: To rid the body of unhealthy bacteria, a zesty mix of apple cider vinegar, lemon juice, and water. For a delicious taste, it is slightly sweetened with liquid Stevia. To boost the gastrointestinal health associated with a fermented beverage, place healthy bacteria in your body. It helps to maintain a flat belly and less bloat in the performance. Drinking 1-2 tablespoons a day helps control the level of blood sugar and aids digestion. To assist with weight loss, drink three tablespoons a day. Bottom Line: Add fruits, vegetables, and herbs to the water to make detox water, and then let it stand. Crushing fruits and herbs or bruising may help to release some of their flavors. To eliminate toxins from the body, and help with weight loss, balance your pH and strengthen your immune system, detox water has been reported to support. It could help you lose weight, have improved digestive health, and make you happier by drinking detox water. You will get all of these advantages, however, from drinking normal water as well.
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Holiday Smoothie Bowl
Ingredients SMOOTHIE 1/4 ripe avocado 2 medium ripe bananas (previously sliced and frozen) 1 cup fresh or frozen mixed berries 2 large handfuls spinach 1 small handful kale 1 1/2 - 2 cups unsweetened almond milk/oat milk/coconut milk 1 Tbsp flaxseed meal 2 Tbsp salted creamy almond or peanut butter (optional) TOPPINGS (optional) Banana's Raspberries Chia seeds Kiwi Granola Raw or roasted nuts (almonds, pecans, walnuts, etc.) Shredded unsweetened coconut Instructions Add all smoothie ingredients to a blender and blend until creamy and smooth. Add more almond milk (or water) to thin. Taste and adjust flavor as needed, adding more ripe banana (or maple syrup) for added sweetness, more spinach for a bright green hue, or almond milk for creaminess. For more protein, add nut butter Divide between 2 serving bowls and top with desired toppings! Best when fresh, though leftovers can be kept in jars in the fridge for up to 1-2 days.
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Apple Cider Vinegar and Cinnamon Drink
Apple cider vinegar is used in salad dressings, marinades, vinaigrettes, food preservatives, and chutneys produced from fermented apple juice. It is made by crushing apples; then, the liquid is squeezed out. There are numerous healthy properties in Apple cider vinegar, including antimicrobial and antioxidant benefits. Moreover, evidence indicates that it may provide health benefits, such as losing weight, reducing cholesterol, lowering blood sugar levels, and improving diabetes symptoms. Benefits of Apple Cider Vinegar: Due to its high content of tannin, ACV has generally recognized astringent properties. It may potentially have a cleansing effect on the skin, as stated by some users. ACV also includes antimicrobial-acting acetic acids. It will minimize skin bacteria, including bacteria that cause acne, making ACV good for acne. Possible advantages of Apple cider vinegar: Astringent formulation Purification Eliminates impurities Skin tightens (astringent) Skin bacteria kill acetic acids. Weight loss Apple Cider Vinegar and Cinnamon Drink Tonic: Apple cider vinegar helps regulate your body's pH, tells your gut to secrete the acid that your food requires to be adequately digested and disposed of, and nurtures your microbiome. At least in part, your microbiome is responsible for your weight. Suppose you get the cold around your workplace, so cinnamon and honey make it taste fantastic, and minerals are added with a pinch of sea salt. You can make this hot or cold, but I certainly prefer a warm-my favorite way to consume it is after dinner, where it makes me feel better instantly, regardless of what I've eaten (and it's sweet enough to remove any dessert craving). Combine cinnamon powder with apple cider vinegar for weight loss, bloating stomach, digestion, and immunity booster: In a glass of warm water combined with organic apple cider vinegar, add half a teaspoon of cinnamon powder, as this helps regulate blood sugar levels and curbs your appetite. Ingredients: One tablespoon raw apple cider vinegar, One teaspoon of raw honey, 1/4 tsp cinnamon ground, Salt to taste or pinch, 1 cup of water By making a tasty and relaxing detox drink, you can get your daily dose of detoxifying ACV in the perfect way to boost your metabolism and get you energized for the day. After drinking this, you may also feel more energized than the energy rush that your morning cup of coffee gives you. We have another tonic for your healthy weight loss and detox for your gut, Apple cider vinegar with Cinnamon, Turmeric, and raw Ginger Natural Detox Drink: One cup of water, filtered. 1 Tbsp of raw vinegar for apple cider. 1 Tbsp of lemon juice, freshly squeezed. 2 tsp of raw honey (use manuka honey for added immune-boosting benefits) One pinch of turmeric from the ground. One pinch of ginger, freshly grated. Apple cider Vinegar and cinnamon for maintaining blood sugar level: People with diabetes can significantly decrease blood sugar levels by eating half a teaspoon of cinnamon a day and Apple cider vinegar together. There are salicylates in cinnamon that lower the elevated temperature and heal inflammation. Cinnamon is an excellent source of manganese, iron, calcium, copper, zinc, and minerals that are less common in most foods. It contains vitamin C, K, pyridoxine (B6), and riboflavin when it comes to vitamins (B2). In addition to the above, Apple cider vinegar has a positive impact on the level of fat. It is proposed that apple vinegar should still be part of the diet of people with diabetes. CINNAMON + APPLE CIDER VINEGAR should be part of your regular diet if you have any of the above symptoms or are susceptible to gaining weight. By making a tasty and relaxing detox drink, you can get your daily dose of detoxifying ACV in the perfect way to boost your metabolism and get you energized for the day. After drinking this, you may also feel more energized than the energy rush that your morning cup of coffee gives you. In a large glass of water, dilute 1–2 tbsp of apple cider vinegar. With half a teaspoon of cinnamon powder. When it has the highest decreasing effect on blood sugar, drink it before meals or just before bedtime. As with most kinds of vinegar, undiluted apple cider vinegar should not be consumed by a person. Bottom Line: Apple cider vinegar and cinnamon seem healthy as long as it is not taken in excessive quantities. The vinegar can cause stomach irritation on its own or damage the tooth's enamel, and cinnamon's excessive amount of cinnamon may cause liver damage.
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