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Easy 3-ingredient watermelon smoothie

alizswonderland — Mon, 20 Aug 2018 14:15:39 +0000

Summer is for watermelon (and other fruits as well). But watermelon is like water, I just start to eat it and it’s hard to stop. I have an upgraded watermelon recipe for you. It’s like red lemonade. This quick and easy 3-ingredient watermelon smoothie is the perfect combination of sweet, sour and fresh tastes. Sweet because of the watermelon, refreshing thanks to the mint and lime juice. And it’s also healthy. I tell you why… The health benefits of watermelon, lime and mint Watermelon Watermelon contains vitamin C, so it has anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties. Moreover, it can improve cardiovascular health and protect you from macular degeneration, diabetes, and cancer. For ripe watermelons look for the heavier ones because the water content increases along the ripening process. Its water weight can be 90%. Lime Lime is a good source of folate and vitamin C, which is one of the most important antioxidants in nature. Contains unique flavonoid compounds that have antioxidant and anti-cancer properties. Vitamin C improves the immune system, it protects you from illness and it increases circulation thanks to its volatile oil content. Mint Mint has many species including peppermint and spearmint. Because of its dynamic flavour, mint […]

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Antioxidant triple berry smoothie

alizswonderland — Sun, 17 Jun 2018 17:57:56 +0000

After my last pinky home decor post, here is a (dark) pinky smoothie recipe 🙂 This antioxidant triple berry smoothie is made of blackberry, blueberry, raspberry and almond milk. It’s super easy to prepare from these 4 simple and healthy ingredients. The season of berries is finally here, so go to the market and buy berries to eat or drink. They are super tasty and have many health benefits. Let’s see why these berries are good for your body! Health benefits of blackberry, blueberry and raspberry All of the 3 berries are rich in vitamin C, which is essential for the manufacturing of collagen, healthy immune and nervous systems. It strengthens blood vessels and has antioxidant properties. It can help reduce blood pressure, protect against heart disease, prevent cancer and improve mental health. Blackberry Blackberry contains a high level of vitamin C, K and has antioxidant properties, as I mentioned before. It contains also both types of fiber: soluble and insoluble. Soluble fiber dissolves in water, and it helps maintain a healthy level of cholesterol and lowers blood sugar level. Insoluble fiber does not dissolve in water, it supports healthy digestion. Are you a fan of blackberry and cakes? Try out the Walnut crust pie […]

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Tasty detox lemonade

alizswonderland — Mon, 02 Apr 2018 17:10:57 +0000

Do you drink enough water and get enough vitamins? Boost your immune system with this lemonade, which has antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties. This refreshing detox lemonade is also called flat belly water, it’s flavoured with lemon, cucumber, ginger and mint. I like to drink this lemonade when I had more food than I should have and during the summer. In summer I prepare it almost every day because it’s so refreshing. I will prepare it after Easter to clean my body. I visited my parents, they always prepare a lot of food: ham, eggs, beetroot and I only mentioned my favourites. Every year I try to control myself not to eat so much, this time I didn’t have that much. I hope you had a Happy Easter! HAPPY EASTER! Sooooo let’s go back to the lemonade. This detox drink is also healthy, thanks to lemon and cucumber, which are rich in vitamin C and antioxidants. This lemonade is also good for people who don’t like to drink as much as required per day. The best thing: it’s tasty!!! So you will want to drink it, you will want more 🙂 Why lemon, cucumber, mint and ginger are good for you? […]

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Strawberry spinach smoothie with ginger

alizswonderland — Sun, 01 Oct 2017 21:02:43 +0000

This creamy green smoothie contains only 4 ingredients and is perfect for any time of the day. This vitamin bomb is a perfect energy-boosting smoothie. Let’s see what I’m talking about! Ingredients guide: Strawberry Strawberry has a lot of health benefits. Contains vitamin A, B and C, moreover potassium, calcium and iron. It is high in antioxidants and anti-inflammatory, which helps to lower risk of cardiovascular disease. It helps to purify your blood, strengthen your nerves, also recommended for weight-loss. 150 g strawberry covers your daily value of vitamin C. Spinach Spinach rich in vitamin K, A and C, contains manganese, folate, iron, minerals, beta-carotene and I mentioned only a few nutrients. It helps to prevent high blood pressure and heart disease. Folate and vitamin K are vital for pregnant women to ensure the baby’s proper development. Ginger Ginger or ginger root is used as spice and medicine. It has antioxidant, anti-inflammatory and antitumor effects on cells. It reduces nausea and vomiting during pregnancy, ginger tea (fresh ginger in a cup of hot water) settles your stomach. Soy milk Soy milk is a plant-based drink produced by soaking dried soybeans and grinding them with the water. Soybeans are rich in […]

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Tropical pineapple smoothie

alizswonderland — Sat, 26 Aug 2017 18:14:14 +0000

This easy and quick tropical pineapple smoothie is made with just 3 ingredients. The coconut milk and unique taste of cardamom make the pineapple very delicious. It’s perfect for any time of the day. One of my colleagues asked me the other day in the morning: Have you ever heard about cardamom? I said: Yes, of course (what a question…). He replied: I knew, you will know it. Because in the morning he bought a pastry with cardamom recommended by the barista of a very good coffee shop in Budapest. He said: I feel energetic 🙂 I added: Yeah because cardamom has mood-elevating properties 🙂 Ingredients guide: Pineapple Pineapple is a tropical fruit. The main agent of pineapple is bromelain. Bromelain helps with breaking down complex proteins and reduce inflammation. It has many health benefits: helps to lose weight, improve digestion, detoxicate, prevent cancer, improve heart health, etc. Beside the fat-burning effect, it decreases the hunger sensation and provides your body with important vitamins (such as vitamin B6 and C) and minerals. Cardamom Cardamom is an Indian spice with a strong flavour and aroma. There are 2 main types. Black cardamom has a smokey and bitter taste. Green cardamom is […]

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