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Yellow Cucumber Smoothie

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Yellow Cucumber Smoothie

This is an extremely healthy and hydrating smoothie made using yellow cucumber, tomatoes, and coriander which makes it absolutely refreshing and loaded with vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants.

High water and antioxidant content of this smoothie not only helps to keep the body hydrated and reduce free radical damage but also detoxify the system thoroughly and flush out toxins, harmful chemicals, and heavy metals from the body and promote healthy and clear skin. An abundance of minerals in this smoothie also helps to restore the pH balance of the body to a healthy alkaline state and maintain electrolyte balance in the body.

Yellow cucumber also is known as lemon cucumber are a good source of water and dietary fiber that aids digestion and helps to relieve constipation, improves satiety and aids weight loss by reducing total calorie intake. Yellow cucumbers also contain a considerable amount of vitamin C, a powerful antioxidant that boosts the immune system increases collagen production and improves the elasticity of the blood vessels.

Vitamin A and folic acids present in yellow cucumbers help to protect the heart and eyes and reduce the risk of cataract and age-related macular degeneration. Minerals potassium, magnesium, sodium, and sulphur present in yellow cucumbers help to regulate blood pressure.

Tomatoes are a rich source of antioxidant lycopene that helps to provide protection against cancer, improve brain function and protect the heart. Tomatoes also contain a generous amount of vitamin A, vitamin C, vitamin K, vitamin B6, folate, thiamin along with minerals potassium, manganese, magnesium, copper and phosphorus. Vitamin C acts as an antioxidant that protects the cells against damaging free radicals.

Potassium helps to maintain nerve health and regulate blood pressure while vitamin K boosts bone mineralization and supports bone clotting. Components coumaric acid and chlorogenic acid found in tomatoes have the capacity to counter the harmful effects of cigarette smoke in the body and provide protection against lung cancer.

Here is the recipe…

Ingredients:

  • Cucumber yellow round (peeled and chopped) – 1 cup
  • Tomato riped (chopped) – ½ cup
  • Cumin powder – ¼ teaspoon
  • Salt – ¼ teaspoon
  • Water – 100 ML

Yellow Cucumber Smoothie

Procedure:

  • Pour cucumber and tomato pieces in the blender.
  • Then add cumin powder, salt, and water to it.
  • Blend all these ingredients at high speed until smooth and transfer it into your serving glass.
  • Enjoy this healthy smoothie to detox your body and also to cut down the excess weight in your body.
  • Regular intake will help to get quick results of losing weight.

This is a refreshing and wholesome smoothie suitable for hot summer days that helps to keep you hydrated and cool without adding any empty calories.

Bitter Gourd Smoothie

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Bitter Gourd Smoothie

Despite the bitter taste, bitter melons are an extremely nutritious vegetable that helps to maintain and improve overall health. The inclusion of raw mangoes and ginger in this smoothie help to balance out the bitter taste of the bitter melons and make it palatable. The presence of dietary fiber in this smoothie makes it extremely satiating and filling and helps to prevent hunger pangs for a prolonged period of time, which in turn aids weight loss.

Bitter gourd also helps to lower high blood sugar and relieve digestive disorders such as irritable bowel syndrome, inflammatory bowel disease and stomach ulcers. Raw mangoes supply wholesome amount of antioxidants to the smoothie that helps to prevent free radical damage and improve immunity.

Bitter melons are extremely effective in treating blood sugar issues. A specific chemical in bitter melon imitates the function of insulin and helps to reduce high blood sugar and manage diabetes. Bitter melons also have the capacity to metabolize sugars which in turn aids weight loss. Bitter melons help to heal gastric ulcers and relieve irritable bowel syndrome, and inflammatory bowel disease.

Certain chemicals present in bitter lemon inhibit the growth of cancerous tumors and reduces the risk of ovarian cancer. The antioxidants present in bitter melons have the capacity to cleanse the liver and prevent inflammation and fibrosis in the liver. Liver cleansing property of bitter melons also helps to reduce skin conditions such as acne, eczema and psoriasis.

Antioxidants such as vitamin A and vitamin C present in raw mangoes help to protect the body cells against free radical damage and improve immune system function. They also prevent DNA damage and protect the eyes against cataract and age-related macular degeneration.

Raw mangoes contain a type of soluble fiber known as pectin that aids digestion and prevents gastro-intestinal disorders such as diarrhea, constipation, indigestion, chronic dyspepsia, etc. Vitamin C present in mangoes provides protection against cancer and cardiovascular diseases. The natural acids present in mangoes boost the production of bile acids that improves liver function and helps to relieve liver disorders.

Coriander leaves are a wonderful source of vitamin C, vitamin K, manganese, iron, magnesium and dietary fiber. Dietary fiber present in coriander helps to lower the level of harmful LDL cholesterol in the blood while increasing the level of healthy HDL cholesterol. Coriander supports digestive system health and promotes liver function.

Vitamin K present in coriander supports healthy and strong bones and teeth by boosting bone mineralization. Antioxidant vitamin A present in coriander protects the lung and heart and reduces the risk of cancers. Anti-inflammatory properties of coriander helps to relieve pain and discomfort associated with arthritis.

Here is the recipe…

Ingredients:

  • Bitter gourd chunks – 1 cup
  • Mango (raw) pieces – ½ cup
  • Coriander leaves (chopped) – 2 tablespoons
  • Ginger piece – ½ inch
  • Salt – ¼ teaspoon
  • Water – 150 ML

Bitter Gourd Smoothie

Procedure:

  • Pour bitter gourd, raw mango pieces and coriander leaves in the blender.
  • Then add ginger piece, salt and water to the blender.
  • Blend all these ingredients well on high speed until smooth.
  • Drink this smoothie to prevent hungry pangs, detox your system and to reduce your excess weight.

Regular intake will help to maintain your blood sugar naturally and manage diabetes efficiently with this healthy bitter gourd smoothie.

Bottle Gourd Green Smoothie

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Bottle Gourd Green Smoothie

The combination of bottle gourd, spinach and raw mangoes in this recipe make a powerful detox smoothie that helps to improve the function of the liver and kidneys and provide clear and healthy skin. Dietary fiber and water present in this smoothie helps to flush out toxins, harmful chemicals and heavy metals from the system and chlorophyll helps to lower acidity and maintain the pH of the body at a healthy alkaline state.

This is an extremely filling and wholesome green smoothie that helps to keep you satiated for a prolonged period of time and aids weight loss by reducing total calorie intake throughout the day.

Bottle gourd is an extremely nutritious vegetable loaded with water and dietary fiber that has numerous benefits for health. Abundant fluid content of this vegetable helps to cool the body and keep it hydrated during hot summer days. Fiber and water present in bottle gourd helps to keep you full for longer and aids weight loss. Water and fiber content also aids digestion and helps to treat constipation and diarrhea.

Vitamin A and vitamin C found in bottle gourd act as powerful antioxidants that protect the cells against free radical damage and reduces the risk of chronic diseases. Bottle gourd helps to flush out excess water and fluids from the urinary tract and helps to treat urinary tract infections (UTI).

Spinach is one of the healthiest of leafy greens that is loaded with vitamins, minerals and antioxidants. Spinach contains abundant amount of vitamin K and vitamin A. Vitamin K helps to maintain strong and healthy bones by booting bone mineralization. Vitamin K also supports proper blood clotting.

Vitamin A is a powerful antioxidant that protects the cells against free radical damage and helps to protect the eyes against cataracts and age-related macular degeneration. Mineral manganese present in spinach prevents DNA and cell membrane damage by free radicals and supports the breakdown of carbs and protein from foods.

Raw mangoes contain abundant amount of vitamin A, vitamin C, calcium, iron and magnesium that helps to maintain optimum health. Soluble fiber pectin present in raw mangoes helps to treat gastro-intestinal disorders and treat diarrhea, constipation, indigestion, etc.

The minerals in raw mango helps to maintain electrolyte balance in the body and prevent dehydration. The acids present in raw mango boosts bile production and improve liver function. Abundance of vitamin C in raw mangoes boosts the formation of new blood cells and improves iron absorption which in turn reduces the risk of anemia.

Here is the recipe…

Ingredients:

  • Bottle gourd chunks – 1 cup
  • Spinach (chopped) – 1 cup
  • Raw mango – 2 tablespoons
  • Water – 200 ML

Procedure:

  • Toss bottle gourd chunks, spinach and raw mango pieces in the blender.
  • Then add water and blend it on high speed until smooth.
  • Drink this healthy green smoothie regularly to detox your body and thereby to reduce your excess weight.
  • Make sure to drink the smoothie immediately, as time lasts they will be a loss of nutrients in it.

This is a simple and refreshing green smoothie that contains the goodness of bottle gourd, spinach and raw mangoes. It is a 100% vegan smoothie that does not contain milk or any dairy products which makes it suitable for people with lactose intolerance and those following a restrictive diet.

Cucumber Smoothie

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Cucumber Smoothie

This is a refreshing and delicious summer smoothie that contains the goodness of juicy cucumbers along with flavourful coriander and tangy lemon juice. High water content of cucumbers helps to quench your thirst and keep your body hydrated during hot summer days and prevent heat strokes. Abundance of minerals in cucumber helps to maintain the electrolyte balance in the body.

Addition of curd to this smoothie provides a rich and creamy texture and makes it all the more filling. Antioxidant vitamins such as vitamin A and vitamin C present in cucumber helps to provide healthy and glowing skin while its potassium content helps to lower high blood pressure and protect the heart.

Cucumbers are one of the healthiest of fruits that contain high level of water and dietary fiber along with vitamins A, C and K. Cucumbers contain both soluble and insoluble fiber that lowers the risk of high blood cholesterol and blood sugar, prevents digestive disorders, treats constipation and aids weight loss by improving satiety and reducing total calorie intake. Vitamins A present in cucumber supports the immune system health and protect the skin and eyes against damaging free radicals.

It also reduces the risk of vision disorders such as cataracts and age-related macular degeneration. Vitamin C found in cucumbers acts as a powerful antioxidant that prevents free radical damage and reduces the risk of chronic diseases such as heart disease, high blood pressure, diabetes, osteoarthritis, etc. Cucumber also contains abundant amount of vitamin K that supports bone mineralization and helps to maintain healthy and strong bones.

Coriander is one of the healthiest of herbs that is loaded with health-benefitting nutrients such as vitamin K, vitamin K and antioxidants. Vitamin A helps to maintain kidney and lung function and improve skin, hair and heart health. It also prevents the development of cataract and age-related macular degeneration.

Vitamin K, a rare nutrient found in coriander helps to maintains strong and healthy bones and booting bone mineralization. Vitamin K also supports healthy blood clotting. Antioxidant polyphenols present in coriander helps to protect the liver cells from toxins and improve liver function.

Curd added to this smoothie provides a rich and creamy texture and supplies a wholesome amount of protein that makes it all the more filling and aids weight loss by boosting metabolism. Calcium and vitamin D present in curd helps to strengthen the bones and teeth and provide protection against osteoporosis. Being a fermented food, curd contains abundant amount of probiotic bacteria that supports digestive health and boosts the immune system.

Lemon juice is one of the best sources of vitamin C, a powerful antioxidant that helps to protect the cells against free radical damage and improve immune system function. Citric acid present in lemons help to maintain the pH of the body at a healthy alkaline state and helps to prevent various chronic diseases.

Here is the recipe…

Ingredients:

  • Cucumber – 1 cup (peeled and sliced)
  • Coriander Leaves – ½ cup (chopped)
  • Cumin powder – ¼ teaspoon
  • Curd – ½ cup
  • Lemon juice – 2 teaspoons
  • Coriander powder – ¼ teaspoon
  • Ginger – 1/2 inch
  • Water – 150 ml

Procedure:

  • Pour cucumber pieces, coriander leaves and ginger slices in the blender.
  • Then add curd, cumin powder, coriander powder to the blender.
  • After that, toss fresh lemon juice and water to it and blend all these ingredients.
  • Blend it on high speed until smooth and transfer it into your serving glass.
  • Enjoy this healthy green smoothie to detox your body and to lose your overweight.

This is one of the healthiest summer smoothies that help to hydrate the body and restore the electrolyte balance in the body without adding any empty calories. The addition of cumin and coriander powder helps to add a spicy kick to the smoothie and make it all the more appetizing.

Pear Smoothie

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Pear Smoothie

The combination of pears and yogurt make a rich, creamy and delicious smoothie that makes a wholesome and healthy breakfast on the go. Crunchy and juicy pears make a perfect smoothie base for all fruit and vegetable smoothies. Dietary fiber present in pears makes it a filling smoothie and keeps you satiated for a prolonged period of time and aids weight loss by reducing total calorie intake throughout the day.

Dietary fiber also aids digestion and relieves constipation. The addition of ginger to this smoothie adds a refreshing flavor and also improves digestion. Ginger is especially effective for reducing inflammation of relieving upset stomach and nausea. Yogurt and milk used in this smoothie add a rich and creamy texture and provide a wholesome amount of protein. Honey adds a mellow sweet taste to the smoothie and provides an instant burst of energy.

Pears are one of the healthiest of fruits that contain a high level of dietary fiber, antioxidants, vitamins and minerals that support optimum health. Most of the dietary fiber found in pears is non-soluble polysaccharides that add bulk to stool and act as a laxative that regularizes bowel movement and help to remove cancer-causing toxins and chemicals from the colon. Pears are extremely low in calories which also aid weight loss.

Pears contain an abundant amount of vitamin C, a powerful antioxidant that protects the body against harmful free radicals and reduces the risk of chronic diseases. Pears are one of the least allergenic of fruits, which makes this smoothie suitable for people who are allergic to mangoes and pineapples.

Yogurt and milk used in this smoothie help to provide a rich and creamy consistency. Milk and yogurt provide a wholesome amount of protein to the smoothie that makes it all the more satiating and aids weight loss by boosting the growth of lean muscle mass. Calcium present in milk and yogurt also aids weight loss by speeding up the fat burning process in the body.

Calcium and vitamin D found in milk and yogurt supports strong and healthy bones and teeth and reduces the risk of osteoporosis. Yogurt is a fermented food that contains an abundant amount of probiotic bacteria that supports digestion, helps to relieve diarrhea and irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) and boost the immune system.

Ginger is one of the most popular spices that are especially effective for relieving digestive disorders. Volatile oils and pungent chemicals such as gingerols and shogaols present in ginger help to relieve digestive disorders by boosting the production of bile and enzymes in the stomach. Anti-inflammatory properties of these compounds help to reduce inflammation and relieve the pain and discomfort associated with arthritis and rheumatism.

Here is the recipe…

Ingredients:

  • Pear pieces – 1 cup
  • Ginger – ½ teaspoon (peeled and chopped)
  • Honey – 1 tablespoon
  • Yogurt – ½ cup
  • Milk – ½ cup

Pear Smoothie

Procedure:

  • Toss pear. yogurt and ginger in the blender.
  • Add raw honey and milk to this blender and blend it well till it becomes smooth.
  • Drink this smoothie regularly to cleanse your body, remove toxins and thereby to get rid of excess weight.

This is a delicious and healthy fruit smoothie that contains the goodness of pears. The recipe of this smoothie can be modified to suit a vegan diet by substituting yogurt and whole milk with coconut or almond milk and leaving out the honey.

Sapota Banana Smoothie

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Sapota Banana Smoothie

This is a delicious, rich and creamy fruit smoothie that contains the goodness of sapodilla and bananas along with the richness of peanut butter. Flaxseeds and oats used in this smoothie add some volume and thickness due to their dietary fiber content and make it a filling snack that aids weight loss by improving satiety and preventing unhealthy snacking between meals.

The antioxidants in this smoothie help to maintain healthy and youthful skin while honey used as a sweetener in this smoothie also induces restful sleep. This is a simple smoothie made using a few ingredients which make it suitable even for kids and toddlers.

Sapodilla, also known as sapota or chikoo is a delicious tropical fruit loaded with numerous nutrients. It is rich in antioxidant vitamins such as vitamin A, vitamin C, niacin, and folate. It also contains minerals such as calcium, magnesium, iron and phosphorus. An abundance of vitamin C is sapota boosts the immune system and helps to prevent common illnesses such as cold, cough and flu.

Dietary fiber present in sapota aids digestion and alleviates digestive disorders such as constipation, diarrhea, indigestion, etc. Antioxidants present in sapota prevent cell damage by free radicals and reduces the risk of cancer and heart disease. Antioxidants also help to maintain younger and youthful looking skin. Minerals such as calcium, manganese, and zinc present in sapota help to maintain healthy bones and muscles.

Bananas are a rich source of dietary fiber and potassium. Bananas contain both soluble and insoluble fiber that help to regulate bowel movement and aid digestion, reduce inflammation, lower cholesterol levels in the blood and promote weight loss by enhancing satiety.

Mineral potassium present in bananas helps to maintain normal heart function, prevent irregular heart rhythm and lower high blood pressure. Vitamin A found in bananas help to protect the eyes and maintain healthy vision. It reduces the risk of night blindness, cataracts, and age-related macular degeneration.

Peanut butter is a rich source of healthy fats and protein along with a wholesome amount of mineral manganese that has numerous benefits for health. The healthy unsaturated fats in peanut butter lower the level of harmful cholesterol in the blood and reduce the risk of heart disease.

The abundance of manganese in peanut butter helps to remove toxic ammonia from the body and aids the breakdown of nutrients from the foods. It also supports healthy tissue growth and bone development. Vitamin niacin present in peanut butter supports metabolism and energy production in the body.

Flax seeds are a rich source of fiber and essential fatty acids that aid weight loss, reduce inflammation and aids digestion. Both soluble and insoluble fiber present in flax seeds helps to control blood sugar and cholesterol levels in the blood, aid digestion and prevent constipation. Omega-3 fatty acids present in flax seeds support blood, nerve and cell function and help to protect the heart and brain. Vitamin B1 supports metabolism and aids cell growth and production of new DNA.

Oats are a rich source of dietary fiber (soluble and insoluble fiber) that helps to lower cholesterol level in blood and helps to maintain a healthy weight by increasing satiety and preventing overeating. It is a whole grains that helps to balance the release of hormone insulin and reduces the risk of diabetes.

Here is the recipe…

Ingredients:

  • Sapodilla – 4 (peeled and deseeded)
  • Banana – 1 (peeled and sliced)
  • Peanut butter – 1 tablespoon
  • Almonds – 6 to 8
  • Flax seeds – 1 tablespoon
  • Honey – 1 tablespoon
  • Oats – 2 tablespoons
  • Milk – 2 cups

Sapota Banana Smoothie

Procedure:

  • Pour sapota and banana pieces in the blender.
  • Then add flaxseeds, peanut butter, oats, almonds, honey and milk in it.
  • Blend all these ingredients at high speed until smooth.
  • Transfer this smoothie into your serving glass and have this healthy smoothie to get detox your body and thereby to get rid of the problem.

This is a healthy and nutritious smoothie loaded with dietary fiber, healthy fats and antioxidants that aids weight loss and provides an instant boost of energy. This recipe can be modified to suit diabetics by leaving out the honey.