GET YOUR BODY ADDICTED TO THE GOOD STUFF!
It's been three years since I started talking about my green smoothie obsession.
While I'm not perfect - the days I get it in are always my best. I've shaved off extra pounds, I've cut my cravings for junk and processed sugar, and I simply feel better - my skin is bright and clear, and my gut feels amazing. The key to this drink is that the fiber is intact - keeping you full, satisfied, and satiated. Looking back on my blog post I realize how relevant this daily habit still is and how valuable it can be for all of you. So many of you ask about this drink - but have you taken the time to make it a habit in your own life?
This drink is such a great way for me to get my greens in easily. It's also a great source of fiber because it is technically a smoothie and not just juice. It fills me up so that I'm not seeking out junk. If you can, drink it on an empty stomach. Try to use the ingredients below or any combination. The key is the pineapple (cleans your gut), the cucumber, and the celery. All the rest is bonus.
Here's the recipe again for those who want it and want to be on their way. You do want to lean towards as much organic product as possible. If not, then soak in a bath of water + 1 tablespoon of baking powder for 10 minutes and then rinse well. Can't find something? No worries, just leave it out until you do.
A few tips: I like to buy frozen pineapple OR cut it up and freeze it so the blend is frostier. I also like to cut and core my apples, peel my clementine, wash, prep my karela if I have it and put it all into one bag in the freezer. The karela can go bad fast so having it prepped and frozen helps a ton. In my last version I added frozen green grapes. I left them out this time, but if you have a few add them. Frozen grapes on their own are an absolute treat.
Start with a small portion and then work your way up. Did you know that pineapple has bromelain that will clean your gut and help with anti-inflammation? Pair that with cucumber and celery and it's incredibly healthy for you. You will be cleansing your digestive system if you get my gist. It's awesome!
Karela, or bitter melon is one of those Indian secrets that I like to sneak in when I have it. Not the easiest to find, this is a very bitter vegetable found in most Indian and Chinese grocers. It is known to be a blood cleanser that helps with weight loss and reduces diabetes. H Mart or Devon Ave. is where I get mine. You'll find wrinkly Indian varieties and smoother Chinese varieties. Either works. Just get rid of the seeds and slice them into 1-inch pieces. You don't need much and you don't need it at all if you can't find it.
Want to take this up a notch? Add a nob of fresh turmeric and/or ginger or even a few cloves of garlic.
THIS DRINK IS SUCH A GREAT WAY FOR ME TO GET MY GREENS IN EASILY. It's also a great source of fiber because it is technically a smoothie and not just juice. It fills me up so that I'm not seeking out junk. If you can, drink it on an empty stomach. Try to use the ingredients below or any combination. The key is the pineapple (cleans your gut), the cucumber, and the celery. All the rest is bonus.
Recipe is by Anupy Singla, Indian As Apple Pie.
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Keywords: smoothie, juice, greens, drink
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