Detox drink recipes to help reduce bloating

Smoothie recipes for a bloated stomach
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Smoothie recipes for a bloated stomach
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A bloated belly can have many different causes... Here are three delicious drink recipes to help you flatten that belly!

It's decided, it’s time to lose those extra stone! Here are three recipes for detox drinks, taken from the Super Smoothies book.

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A grapefruit boost to aid digestion

Ingredients:

  • 1 white grapefruit, peeled (also works with a pomelo)
  • 1 granny smith apple, cored
  • 2 handfuls of kale
  • 5 mint leaves

Method:

Blend all ingredients in a blender with 100 ml of filtered water until smooth. Strain the mixture through a sieve, pressing well with a wooden or rubber spoon.

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Avocado to regulate blood sugar

Ingredients:

  • 1 pitted and peeled avocado
  • Juice of half a lime
  • 2 sprigs of parsley
  • 1 granny smith apple, cored
  • 5 mint leaves
  • ½ cucumber
  • 1 small bunch of deseeded white grapes

Method:

Blend all ingredients in a blender with 300 ml of filtered water.

Juice for the brain: anti-water retention and full of vitamins

  • 1 teaspoon spirulina powder
  • 2 handfuls of spinach
  • 1 granny smith apple, cored
  • ½ cucumber
  • 4 sprigs of parsley

The method of preparation is the same as for the grapefruit boost smoothie.

Detox juices: how to best use them to get a flat stomach?

The key is consistency. To take full advantage of the benefits of these detox smoothies, consume them in the form of a 3 to 5-day treatment, alternating them according to the time of day: the ‘grapefruit boost’ is ideal at breakfast, the avocado smoothie goes with a healthy and balanced lunch, and the ‘brain juice’ will do your body and mind good at around 5 pm. Also, remember to drink plenty of water throughout the day. In addition, celery juice is also a great ally for your flat stomach goal!

Watch the video above to see Naomi Osaka's post-workout smoothie recipe!

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