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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

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.

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.

The combination of apples, chia, oats, and cinnamon in this recipe make a perfect breakfast smoothie loaded with dietary fiber and protein. This is a simple and easy breakfast on the go that helps to keep you satiated till lunch and prevents unhealthy snacking which in turn aids weight loss.

Almond milk used in this smoothie is a smart and healthy substitute for whole milk which makes it suitable for people following a vegan diet or those who are allergic to lactose. Cinnamon adds a spicy kick to this smoothie and makes it taste almost like a flavourful apple pie.

Apples are an extremely nutritious fruit that contains a wholesome amount of dietary fiber along with vitamin C, vitamin A, and copper. Apples contain both soluble and insoluble fiber that helps to increase satiety, improve digestion, control blood sugar levels and lower cholesterol in the blood.

Apples also contain a generous amount of vitamin C, a powerful antioxidant that boosts collagen production in the skin and prevents wrinkles and fine lines. Vitamin C also boosts the immune system and prevents cold and flu. Vitamin A present in apples protects the cells against free radical damage and reduces the risk of cancer and degenerative eye diseases such as cataract and macular degeneration.

Omega-3 fatty acids found in chia seeds help to improve heart health and reduce the risk of diabetes. Chia seeds are a good source of calcium that helps to maintain strong bones and teeth and aid nerve transmissions.

Rolled oats are a rich source of nutrients, fiber, and phytochemicals that improve overall health. Rolled oats are a whole grains food that reduces the risk of diabetes, heart disease and certain types of cancer. Rolled oats contain both soluble and insoluble fiber that aids digestion, prevents constipation, lowers cholesterol level in the blood and aids weight loss and improving satiety and reducing total calorie intake.

Oats also supply a considerable amount of protein to the body that boosts energy production and helps to maintain and repair muscles and tissues. Oats are a rich source of thiamin and folate that supports energy metabolism, maintain nervous system health and supports the synthesis of red blood cells and DNA.

Dates not only add a mellow sweet taste to the smoothie but also supply a generous amount of dietary fiber, antioxidants and essential minerals such as potassium, magnesium, and iron. An abundance of dietary fiber (soluble fiber pectin) in dates helps to reduce the risk of diabetes and high blood cholesterol.

Minerals potassium and magnesium help to reduce high blood pressure, support energy metabolism and maintain healthy and strong bones. Iron present in dates boost hemoglobin production and prevent anemia.

Cinnamon is a widely used spice that has amazing benefits in case of blood sugar management. Cinnamon has the ability to lower fasting blood sugar levels. Cinnamon helps to lower the total cholesterol in the blood while raising the level of healthy HDL cholesterol.

Almond Milk is used as a thinning agent in this smoothie and it is a healthy low calorie substitute for whole milk. Almond milk is loaded with vitamin E along with protein, calcium and vitamin D that helps to build strong bones and muscles and provide healthy skin.

Here is the recipe…

Ingredients:

• Apple – 1
• Cinnamon – 1/2 teaspoon
• Chia seeds – 1 tablespoon
• Dates – 4
• Rolled oats – ½ cup
• Almond milk – 1 cup

Procedure:

• Chop apple and toss them in the blender.
• Then add oats, dates, chia seeds and cinnamon powder to it.
• After that, pour unsweetened almond milk in the blender and blend all these ingredients at high speed until smooth.
• Pour this smoothie into your serving glass and enjoy this smoothie to get rid of your excess weight and to stay healthy.

This is a 100% vegan smoothie that does not contain cow’s milk or any dairy product which makes it suitable for people with lactose intolerance and those following a restrictive diet.

The combination of kiwi, carrots, beetroot and celery in this recipe make a powerful antioxidant smoothie loaded with vitamin C, vitamin A, phenolic phytonutrients, polyphenols, etc. that help to neutralize the damaging free radicals and reduce the risk of cancer and other chronic diseases.

High level of dietary fiber in this smoothie also helps to cleanse the digestive tract and promote complete detox. Anti-inflammatory benefits of this smoothie help to reduce chronic inflammation and reduce the pain, stiffness, and discomfort associated with arthritis and gout. Tomatoes used in this smoothie provide a wholesome amount of lycopene, a powerful antioxidant that helps to protect the heart, maintain eye health and reduce the risk of cancer.

Kiwis are packed with a number of health-benefitting nutrients such as vitamin C, vitamin E, folate, vitamin K, and potassium. Vitamin C is a powerful antioxidant that helps to treat asthma and boost the immune system which in turn reduces the likelihood of developing cold and flu. The antioxidants also prevent DNA damage through oxidative stress and reduce the risk of colon cancer.

Antioxidants zeaxanthin and lutein present in kiwi provides protection against macular degeneration, which is one of the leading causes of vision loss. Vitamin K present in kiwi supports bone mineralization and reduces blood clotting which in turn helps to manage blood pressure effectively.

Carrots are one of the healthiest of vegetable loaded with carotenoids that help to reduce the damage caused by free radicals and provide protection against cancer. Beta-carotene present in carrots has the capacity to lower the risk of lung cancer, colon cancer, colorectal cancer and prostate cancer.

Polyacetylenes found in carrots are especially effective in providing protection against leukemia. Alpha-carotene and lutein present in carrots help to protect vision and reduce the risk of age-related macular degeneration and cataracts.

Beetroots contain a unique phytonutrient called betalains – betanin and vulgaxanthin that provide powerful antioxidant, anti-inflammatory and detoxification support to the body. Beetroot has the capacity to slow down the development of certain types of cancer (colon cancer, lung cancer, prostate cancer and testicular cancer) and prevent liver disorders by stimulating the detoxification process of the liver. Anti-inflammatory properties of beetroot help to reduce the risk of chronic inflammatory conditions such as heart disease, type 2 diabetes, etc.

Tomatoes are one of the best sources of lycopene, a powerful antioxidant that reduces the risk of cancer and heart disease. Lycopene has the capacity to protect your body from damage caused by pesticides. Lycopene also protects the eyes from oxidative stress and reduces the risk of developing cataracts and age-related macular degeneration. Lycopene lowers high blood pressure levels and prevents coronary heart disease and atherosclerosis.

Celery is a rich source of antioxidant flavonoids and polyphenol phytonutrients that improve liver function and helps to protect the skin, eyes, and brain against oxidative stress. The polysaccharides in celery reduce inflammation and reduce the risk of developing chronic diseases such as heart disease, arthritis, cancer, etc.

Phenolic acids as caffeic acid and ferulic acid along with flavanols like quercetin help to relieve joint pain caused by gout and arthritis; relieve irritable bowel syndrome and treat urinary tract infections.

Here is the recipe…

Ingredients:

• Kiwi – 2
• Carrot – 2
• Beetroot – 1
• Tomatoes – 2
• Celery – 2 Sticks
• Lemon – 1

Procedure:

• Peel and chop kiwi, carrot, and beetroot into pieces.
• Toss them in the blender and chop tomato and celery to add in the blender.
• Then squeeze the juice of a lemon and pour it.
• Blend all these ingredients at high speed until smooth and transfer it into your serving glass.
• Enjoy this healthy antioxidant smoothie to counteract the attack of free radicals and helps you to stay healthy.

This is a 100% vegan fruit and vegetable smoothie made using fresh and whole ingredients suitable for people with a restrictive diet.