Fruit Smoothies To Cleanse The Body

These fruit smoothies are ideal drinks, as they complement the diet providing valuable health benefits such as a greater feeling of fullness and a high dose of vitamin C. Taste them!

Detoxifying fruit smoothies are a great start to the day. They help us take care of our body because they contain ingredients whose nutrients help prevent certain health problems.

Factors like poor diet, stress, pollution, and even medications end up affecting our gut and liver. And when the bowels and blood are affected, digestion is heavier, we feel more tired, and we accumulate more fluids.

The fruit smoothies we offer below are not a miracle cure for these health problems, but they are an easy and delicious way to get beneficial nutrients to relieve these annoyances. Find out now how to prepare them. Take notes !

Pineapple and flaxseed smoothie

In addition to being refreshing, this drink provides fiber. Pineapple is a tropical fruit that provides, among other things, an enzyme known as bromelain. According to a study by  Biomedical Reports, if ingested regularly, this enzyme can be of help when it comes to treating intestinal disorders.

As for flax seeds, a study by Nutrients suggests that these seeds have anti-inflammatory activity and that they contain fiber. They can therefore also constitute a complementary aid when it comes to treating gastrointestinal diseases.

Now that you know the benefits of this smoothie, it’s time to make it!

Ingredients

• 2 pineapple rings
• 1/2 lemon for its juice
• ½ cucumber
• 1 tablespoon of ground flax seeds (10 g)
• 1 glass of water (200 ml)

Preparation

• Put the pineapple, cucumber and water in your blender.
• Mix everything well so as to obtain a homogeneous drink, then add the juice of half a lemon and the spoonful of flax seeds. Mix well again. All you have to do is enjoy this delicious smoothie.

Apple, lemon and oat smoothie

This smoothie with a citric touch is ideal to consume between meals, because the consumption of apples would promote the feeling of fullness, as reported by this study published in the journal  Appetite.

As for oats, it is popularly known to be a complete food that is very beneficial for the body thanks to its fiber and carbohydrate content.

A study published on Nutrition Reviews  found a link between oat consumption and decreased appetite. Like apples, oats allow you to consume fewer calories during the day, which can be beneficial when it comes to weight control.

As the lemon taste can be strong, we recommend that you add only a few drops. However, keep in mind that this fruit contains vitamin C. It is therefore worth incorporating this ingredient into your fruit smoothies.

Ingredients

• 1 green apple
• 1/2 lemon for its juice
• 2 tablespoons of oats (20 g)
• 1 glass of water (200 ml)

Preparation

• Do not peel the apple, because its skin because it helps speed up the metabolism. Cut it in 4 and remove the seeds.
• Squeeze half a lemon.
• In the food processor, put the water, apple and spoonfuls of oats. Get a smoothie without lumps and add the juice of half a lemon.

Orange, papaya and carrot smoothie

The yellow or orange colored fruits are rich in beta-carotenes, a plant pigment that helps the body produce vitamin A. According to a publication from the National Institutes of Health ,  this vitamin is important for vision, the immune system and reproduction.

In addition, orange and papaya are known fruits and popularly used to improve digestion.

Ingredients

• 1 cup of papaya (200 g)
• 1 orange
• A carrot
• 1 glass of water (200 ml)
• 1 teaspoon of honey (25 g)

Preparation

• Squeeze the orange juice and set it aside for later.
• Cut the papaya into pieces, then do the same with the carrot after washing it well.
• Mix all the ingredients together well and you have a perfect drink to start the day!

Strawberry, watermelon and lemon smoothie

This smoothie is ideal for mid-afternoon. With a few ice cubes, it becomes an ideal refreshing drink to beat the hot days.

Watermelon not only has a delicious taste, it also has diuretic properties, as reported by this study published on Biomedicine & Pharmacotherapy which analyzes the compounds and benefits of this fruit in the body.

As for strawberries, this sweet and juicy fruit is known for its fiber. This WebMD post explains that strawberries contain 3-4 grams of fiber, which is why they increase feelings of fullness and promote good digestion.

Ingredients

• 1 cup of watermelon (200 g)
• 1/2 lemon for its juice
• 8 strawberries
• 1 glass of water (200 ml)

Preparation

• Cut the watermelon into pieces and set aside for later.
• Squeeze the juice from half a lemon, then wash and cut the strawberries in half.
• Mix all the ingredients together.
• Remember to add ice cubes if it’s hot.

Blueberry and mandarin smoothie

Blueberries have become very popular in recent years, not only for their delicious taste but also for their antioxidant content.

This WedMD post  explains that blueberries contain salicylic acid, a substance that is believed to help prevent bloating and fluid retention.

As for the mandarin, just like the organ, it is a source of vitamin C and fiber.

Ingredients

• 2 mandarins
• 10 blueberries
• 1 teaspoon of honey (25 g)

Preparation

• To prepare it, just peel the mandarins, put them in the blender and add the blueberries and the glass of water.
• Mix for a few seconds until you obtain a homogeneous juice. Sweeten with honey and drink this smoothie in the morning or mid-afternoon. You will see that it will do you the greatest good.

What should you keep in mind about fruit smoothies?

Keep in mind that these fruit smoothies can be eaten regularly to supplement the daily diet. However, to get the most of their benefits, they must above all complement regular physical activity and a balanced diet.