Detox drink recipes to help reduce bloating

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

Smoothie recipes for a bloated stomach
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Smoothie recipes for a bloated stomach

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.

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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