The combination of apple cider vinegar and lemon juice in this recipe makes a powerful cleansing drink that helps to cleanse and rejuvenate the body and improve energy. Apple cider vinegar has the capacity to detox the body and cleanse the liver and lymphatic system.
Lemons, on the other hand, are a rich source of vitamin C, one of the most regenerative antioxidants that reduce inflammation and boost immunity that helps to prevent cold, cough and flu. The acids in lemons also boost liver function which is essential for cleansing.
This smoothie helps to purify the blood and reduce the appearance and acne, pimples and skin infections. Apple cider vinegar also aids weight loss by improving protein utilization in the body and boosting the metabolism.
Apple cider vinegar is loaded with minerals such as iron, calcium, magnesium, sodium, copper, phosphorus, manganese, potassium along with probiotics and natural fruit enzymes that have numerous benefits for health.
The fruit enzymes present in apple cider vinegar improve digestion and the soluble fiber called pectin present in it improves nutrient absorption and protein utilization by slowing down digestion. Fiber present in apple cider vinegar also removes toxins and heavy metals from the intestine and reduces the load on the liver.
The acids in apple cider vinegar improve the digestion of protein that leads to the release of growth hormone. Growth hormones play a crucial role in the breakdown of fat cells that aids weight loss. The abundance of potassium in apple cider vinegar helps to lower high blood pressure and balance out the sodium in the diet.
Lemon juice is a rich source of vitamin C, a powerful antioxidant that boosts the immune system function and helps to prevent infections. Vitamin C also supports healthy skin and strong bones. Citric acid found in lemons help to maintain kidney health and reduce the risk of developing kidney stones. Citric acid also helps to maintain pH of the body at an ideal range that helps to prevent fatigue, heart disease, cancer and weight gain.
Honey is a true superfood that not only adds a sweet taste to this smoothie but also provides an instant burst of energy. Potent antibacterial properties of honey help to heal ulcers and prevent bacterial infections.
Antioxidants present in honey prevent the build-up of LDL cholesterol in the arteries and stop tissue damage. Honey has the capacity to prevent free radical damage. Bifidobacteria found in honey helps to improve digestive health and immune health.
Here is the recipe….
Ingredients:
- Apple Cider Vinegar – 2 tablespoons
- Lemon juice – 2 tablespoons
- Honey – 1 tablespoon
- Water – 1 glass
Procedure:
- Pour raw apple cider vinegar, fresh lemon juice, and organic honey in 1 glass of water.
- Stir well till all the ingredients are thoroughly mixed.
- Drink this ACV water in every morning with an empty stomach to get rid of excess weight.
This is an effective natural detox and cleanses smoothie that contains the goodness of apple cider vinegar, lemons, and honey. But while selecting the ingredients, it is best to opt for raw, organic and unfiltered apple cider vinegar and organic honey.
1 glass of water is that 8ozs or more?
Yes, you can drink this smoothie in 8 oz glass daily.
How long should I keep drinking this?
I recommend taking a break from drinking apple cider vinegar for a while why because everything that used by the body regularly will perform less. So, I prefer to take a week or two off after drinking ACV for every 3 – 4 months for best results.
I have fatty liver disease, will this help
You can use ACV and lime separately to get rid of fatty liver. Here are the ways to use this Apple cider vinegar and lemon for treating fatty liver.
Apple cider vinegar helps to get rid of the fat that accumulated in and around the liver. ACV also encourages the healthy functioning of the liver and also reduce the pain and inflammation. Add 1 tablespoon of raw ACV and 1/2 teaspoon of honey in 1 glass of lukewarm water. Stir well and drink this twice daily before meals for few months to get rid of fatty liver.
The vitamin C and antioxidant property of lemon help your liver to produce an enzyme called glutathione, which in turn neutralizes the toxins and detoxifies your liver. It also eases your liver inflammation. Freshly squeeze the juice of 1/2 a lemon in 1 glass of lukewarm water. Stir and drink this 2 – 3 times daily for few months (or) simply prepare lemon detox water by adding 2 – 3 chopped lemons in a jar of water and drink it at regular intervals.
It really tastes bad. I feel like a will need to throw up. I even added more honey
Apple cider vinegar tastes little bitter but this smoothie is very healthy. For starting 3 – 4 times, you may taste bad but you can easily drink it afterward.
If smoothie is needed to take on an empty stomach, how soon after should you eat?
There should be a gap of 45 – 50 minutes after drinking this apple cider vinegar lime smoothie.
How long till you see weight loss in yourself??
It depends on your body type, food which you eat and physical exercises. Regular intake of this smoothie along with drinking more water and consuming a healthy diet with some physical exercises and enough sleep will definitely help you to lose your excess weight. If you follow these things then you may notice your weight loss from 2 – 3 months onwards.
I tried this mixture for the first time this morning with the hopes of helping my digestion become more regular. I honestly thought that it was going to make me throw up just from the smell but it went down really easy in a few chugs and didn’t upset my stomach at all. I will definetly continue to drink this in the mornings.
Can u drink this smoothie on your period ?
Yes, you can drink this smoothie while you are in periods, as it won’t cause any side effects on your health.
Drinking the Apple cider vinegar will it help to bring your hemoglobin a1c levels down and how often should you drink the smoothie
No, it won’t bring down your hemoglobin levels. In fact, it helps to maintain or increase the levels. You can drink this smoothie for once daily for few days.
Are you using Limes or Lemons?
You can use either lemon or lime for preparing this smoothie.