Smoothie to lose weight and purify the body. Recipes, menu of the week.

One type of drink that has become especially popular lately is smoothies. Many girls use it to lose weight and cleanse the body. It is in this drink where you can find a large amount of vitamins and microelements that will improve the skin, the body and the functioning of internal organs.

It is important to remember that smoothies are a way to diversify and balance the diet, they cannot replace all meals for a long time.

Cleansing shakes

Smoothies for weight loss and body cleansing are popular among women of all ages, but before drinking and preparing them, you should be sure to familiarize yourself with what the drink is, what beneficial properties and characteristics it has. A smoothie is a thick cocktail that uses herbs, fruits and vegetables, mixed and pureed in a blender.

The base is usually water or milk.. The drink first appeared in the United States in the late 1960s. There it was drunk by people of absolutely all ages, but the drink was called fruit or vegetable puree. It appeared in stores in 1970.

Most of the time, smoothies were sold in places specializing in healthy eating. It can now be found in almost all major stores in all countries. Smoothie is a completely English word that means thick, viscous consistency.

Compared to regular juices, this drink has a large number of advantages and features:

• Useful and natural ingredients.The drink should not contain artificial colors or preservatives. That is why the shelf life does not exceed 48 hours. If this number is higher on the packaging of a store-bought drink, we can conclude that the manufacturer used harmful substances.
• Quick to prepare. At home, smoothies can be prepared in 5-10 minutes, so this is a good option for breakfast.
• Light and low in calories. They are made from water or milk, which do not have many calories. They are complemented with fruits and vegetables whose energy value does not exceed 100. That is why this drink will always be a good option for a light dinner.
• Normalizes the functioning of the digestive tract.. The result can be seen after only 1 application.
• many recipes. You will never get tired of smoothies, there are many preparation options, you can try a new smoothie every day.
• It contains many vitamins and essential substances.. This smoothie is a great way to consume many healthy foods that are difficult to eat alone. If no sugar is added, this drink contains a large amount of fiber and fat.
• Accelerates metabolism. Vegetables, fruits and vegetables quickly help to speed up the metabolism. They are easy to digest and satiating.

• Stabilizes glucose levels.. Thanks to the absence of artificial sugar, hormones return to normal.
• Helps you lose weight. If you replace 1 meal with a shake, you can lose up to 1. 5 kg per week.

Contraindications of the smoothie diet.

Smoothies to lose weight and purify the body are a healthy and correct product. But it also has contraindications.

And that:

• The pregnancy. In this case, smoothies cannot become the basis of the diet. You can drink them 1-2 times a week as a source of vitamins, fiber and beneficial microelements. The ban is explained by the fact that the child needs a basic and varied diet, including fish, meat and cereals.
• Diseases of the digestive tract. Smoothies are a source of vegetables and fruits that can irritate the walls of the stomach and intestines. If a person has diseases of these organs, it is better to consult a specialist before introducing shakes into the diet.
• Digestive problems based on psychological problems.The appearance and texture in such cases can trigger a gag reflex.
• Breast-feeding. Breastfeeding women should consume these types of drinks with caution, the vegetables or fruits they contain can cause allergies.

• Decreased performance and fatigue.. Most of the time, these side effects occur when girls only drink smoothies. Due to their low calorie content, they cannot provide the body with the necessary amount of energy. If abused, it can cause a slowdown in metabolism and the onset of diseases.

What foods are suitable for smoothies?

Smoothies to lose weight and cleanse the body do not work effectively with all ingredients. Some of them can aggravate digestive tract problems, cause constipation or allergies.

The following products can be used in smoothies:

1. Water. This is the most important and irreplaceable liquid in the life of every person. The physical and moral state of the entire organism depends on it.
2. Dairy products.
   • Yogurts.
   • Kefir.
   • Milk. If your goal is to lose weight, it is best not to buy high-fat milk. Low-fat foods are also not healthy, they contain the amount of essential fats reduced to a minimum. The best option is milk with a fat content of 2. 5%.
3. Vegetable milk.
   • Oatmeal.
   • Coconut.
   • Almond.
   • Rice.
4. Vegetables. It is important to only use those products that do not cause allergies.
   • Pumpkin.
   • Celery.
   • Cucumber.
   • Tomato.
   • Beet.
   • Carrot.
5. fruit. You can add any products here, but it is better to choose seasonal ones. In summer it can be peaches, apricots, melons. In winter, it is advisable to give preference to tangerines, oranges and persimmons.
6. Berries. Fresh and natural are only available in summer. To prepare delicious cocktails during the cold season, strawberries and raspberries can be frozen in portions. Watermelon is also a berry. It also works well in smoothies.
7. Greenery. It contains a large amount of useful substances. At the same time, the calorie content is close to 0. Basil, dill, spinach, parsley, sage and rosemary are good vegetables for smoothies.
8. Additional ingredients. If you are not allergic to nuts, then cashews, macadia, hazelnuts, pumpkin and sunflower seeds are suitable. Many nutritionists recommend trying superfoods. These are products where the concentration of nutrients is much higher than in the usual ones. Superfoods include:
   • Acai Berries.
   • Spirulina.
   • Mulberry or mulberry tree.
   • Physalis berries.
   • Chia seeds.
   • What beans.
9. Porridge. The most used is natural oats.

Preparation and consumption rules.

To make the smoothie delicious, you must follow some cooking rules:

• Most of the ingredients should be cold.. A cold drink is much more pleasant to drink.
• Water or milk should not exceed 150 ml per glass.. With a large amount of liquid, the shake turns out to be unconcentrated and the bright taste disappears.
• A powerful blender is essential for the preparation.. Only in it you can chop frozen berries, apples and herbs.
• At home, it is best to prepare smoothies immediately before preparing them.This way the pulp will not have time to settle, the flavor will be rich and pleasant.
• You should definitely avoid combining incompatible products.For example, apples and kefir, plums and vegetables. These cocktails can cause abdominal discomfort and pain.

• All fruits and vegetablesIt is better to peel.

smoothie diet

A diet with such a drink should last no more than 5 days, because shakes do not provide the body with the necessary amount of energy. Because of this, irritability, bad temper and dizziness appear. To make the diet stress-free, you can start it during the work week.

Usually during this period there is no time for long cooking and smoothies are obtained quickly. On weekends it is advisable to return to your usual diet. The main thing is not to eat a lot of fried, fatty and unhealthy foods, otherwise the result will quickly disappear.

Weekday	Breakfast	Dinner	Dinner	Sandwich
Monday	Smoothie of 2 oranges with walnuts and sprouted grains (can be replaced with oat flakes)	Smoothie with almond or rice milk, with some kiwis and red fruits	Bran, apricots and sugar-free yogurt smoothie	Tomato and carrot smoothie/peach, apple and red fruit smoothie
Tuesday	Porridge or rice with water/milk, fruit smoothie	Fish or chicken broth in small pieces, vegetable smoothie	Smoothie with cottage cheese, fruits and herbs.	Vegetable puree soup and smoothie with herbs and red berries
Wednesday	"Acai bowl" with coconut milk with red fruits and seeds	2-egg omelette, pumpkin smoothie	Boiled or baked fish, chicken and celery smoothie	Fruit smoothie with almond milk
Thursday	Whole wheat bread sandwiches, salad and lightly salted salmon. vegetable smoothie	Coconut milk smoothie with apples and spinach	2 egg omelet and vegetable smoothie	Watermelon and Melon Smoothie/Smoothie with Banana and Strawberries
Friday	Oatmeal and smoothie with banana, berries and nuts	Chicken or fish broth with pieces, vegetable smoothie	Kefir smoothie with celery	A handful of nuts/smoothie with peaches, berries and almond milk

In 5 days of this diet you can get rid of at least 4 kg. If you add physical activity, the number will increase.The main thing is not to do complex workouts, since without them the body lacks energy.

Light evening walks and morning exercises will help you lose 1 kg more. After returning to a normal diet, the weight does not increase by more than 2 kg. This will be the result if you do not exceed the daily amount of calories.

Diet vegetable smoothies to lose weight and purify

Vegetable-based smoothies are the lowest in calories. The amount of fructose they contain is kept to a minimum, which is why they are considered the healthiest.

with spinach

Spinach contains a large amount of beneficial vitamins C, A, B1, B2, B6, PP, P, E, D2, K. In addition, its leaves are packed with many proteins.

You can prepare a smoothie with spinach in 5 steps:

1. You need to take half a banana.
2. Next you have to peel the kiwi.
3. Then you should have a glass of spinach.
4. All ingredients are placed in a blender and poured with 150 ml of cold mineral water (you can use regular water). Everything is mixed at high speed until smooth.
5. The cocktail is poured into a glass, if desired you can add some fresh spinach leaves to decorate. If the cocktail is warm, add 2-3 pieces of ice.

With celery

Celery is a vegetable that is characterized by the presence of oxalic acid, vitamins A, B1, B2, B6, E, K. In addition, it contains calcium, magnesium, pectin, phosphorus and iron. Thanks to its rich composition, celery has a strengthening, tonic and general cleansing effect.

To prepare this smoothie you will need:

• Celery. This recipe requires 100 g of product, which is approximately 3 stalks. In order for the celery to mash better, it must first be cut into several parts.
• kefir. You can take any fat content; For people who are losing weight, 1% is better. You need ½ cup of kefir.
• Water. It should be cold, you need ¼ cup.
• Banana. It is better to choose the most mature and largest ones.
• Honey. Necessary for sweetness, if the banana is ripe, you can do without this sweetener.
• Parsley.
• Cinnamon. It is important not to overdo it. For one serving of cocktail you literally need the tip of a teaspoon.

All ingredients must be placed in a blender and mixed. Smoothies are best served in tall glasses.

Of avocado

Avocado is a healthy source of essential fats and vitamins. The flavor is quite neutral, so it fits well in both fruit and vegetable smoothies.

The most interesting and unusual recipe is considered to be cucumber:

• Peel the ripe avocado and add half to the blender.
• The cucumber is cut into cubes and added to the avocado.
• For greens, you need fresh spinach. You will need 1 glass.
• The ingredients are poured with almond milk and mineral water. Its total quantity is 300 ml.
• The smoothie should be whipped in a blender until smooth and poured into a beautiful glass.
• You can add lime juice and sea salt to the cocktail to taste.

Pumpkin

A quick and easy way to cook and eat delicious pumpkin.

This smoothie option is perfect for fall dinners:

• Add the chopped pumpkin pulp to the blender.

• Add 1-2 cups of yogurt.
• For sweetness and improved taste, you can add persimmon.
• All ingredients must be beaten. If the smoothie is thick, you can add a little water.

with basil

The Melon and Basil Smoothie is a refreshing and healthy summer snack.

To prepare it you will need:

• 250 g of ripe melon. You can buy the fruit in advance and leave it in a warm place for 1-2 days. This will make the pulp sweeter and softer.
• Basil. The best is a green plant. To prepare 1 glass of smoothie you need 10 to 15 leaves.
• Lime. You need to squeeze the juice out of it.
• Orange. The peeled pulp of 1 fruit should be added to the blender.
• Water. Both regular and mineral water go well with this smoothie.

It is necessary to beat all the ingredients. The finished smoothie is decorated with basil leaves and served with 1-2 ice cubes.

Cucumber-parsley

This smoothie is a quick and healthy snack with a large amount of fiber and vitamins:

• The cucumber is cut into cubes and placed in a blender. If the skin is bitter, it is better to get rid of it.

• Next, add a bunch of parsley and lettuce leaves.
• You have to beat the ingredients well. It is not necessary to add water, there is enough liquid in the cucumber.
• Add cilantro and chili to the finished drink with the tip of a knife.

"Metelka" shake for cleansing and weight loss

An ideal product to cleanse the intestines, rejuvenate the skin and promote health. All vegetables are used raw. The shake has a pronounced laxative effect, so it is best to drink it on weekends in the morning or evening.

To prepare you will need:

• ½ part beet.
• ¼ part of a small fork of white cabbage.
• ½ carrot.
• Water.
• 1 drop of lemon juice.
• 1 drop of olive oil.

The vegetables are finely chopped and mixed with oil and lemon juice in a blender. The dough turns out to be quite thick, so it must be diluted with water until the desired consistency is obtained.

With ginger

This smoothie has a powerful strengthening and anti-inflammatory effect.

Additionally, pineapple and ginger improve and accelerate metabolism and eliminate toxins:

• A pineapple. It can be used fresh, frozen or canned. You will need about 1 cup of pineapple.
• 1 cup of coconut milk and unsweetened yogurt.
• ¼ teaspoontablespoons of turmeric.
• 1 tablespoon. l. grated ginger root.

All ingredients must be mixed in a blender. If the smoothie is warm, you can add ice.

Fruit and berry smoothies

Fruit smoothies have a more pleasant flavor and can be used as a dessert. Its calorie content is 40% higher than that of vegetable smoothies.

With banana

Banana smoothies are the most common and popular. They have a pleasant taste and aroma, fill you up quickly and give you a boost of energy.

This smoothie can be prepared in 5 steps:

• Wash 10 to 15 strawberries, cut the leaves and put them in a blender.
• Add 1 ripe banana to the berries.
• Almond, coconut or cow's milk is usually used as a base.
• All ingredients should be beaten until a soft, light foam forms.
• If you wish, you can add cinnamon, honey and mint.

Milky

Milk shakes have a lighter and more delicate consistency. The flavor becomes less rich and creamier. It is worth remembering that with the addition of milk, the calorie content of the drink increases by 60-80 calories.

For the milk and pear smoothie you will need:

• 1 ripe pear.
• Baked apple with honey. It can be prepared in 1. 5 minutes. in the microwave.
• Milk. If you are lactose intolerant, cow's milk can be replaced with rice or almond milk.
• Peach. It is best to choose sweet and ripe varieties, fig varieties work well.

All products must be blended in a blender at maximum speed and poured into a tall glass.

If the smoothie is warm, you can add ice.

With oats

A delicious and delicate smoothie that will be an ideal dessert for people with sensitive stomachs. Oatmeal normalizes work and calms the intestines, eliminates toxins and excess fluid.

For the smoothie you will need:

• Cereals. It is better to choose those that have the inscription "long cooking" on the box. You need 2 large tablespoons of cereal.
• Milk 1 glass. You can use any.
• Ripe pitted cherries. 20-30 berries.
• Honey to give sweetness to the taste.
• 1 package of yogurt.
• Cinnamon optional.

Pour hot milk over the cereal and leave for 10 minutes. After that, you need to transfer them to a blender, add the cold yogurt and blend. The remaining ingredients are then added and the mixture is mixed again.Pour the finished smoothie into glasses and add ice if necessary.

With cottage cheese

This smoothie has the lightest and most airy texture. It's also a good source of protein, making it a great post-workout snack or dinner.

will require:

• 1 glass of any milk.
• Ice cream or fresh raspberries 4 tablespoons.
• Honey to taste.
• Nuts and seeds 1 tablespoon.
• 100 g of cottage cheese of any fat content. For people who are losing weight, it is best to use 3% or 6%.

The ingredients are blended until smooth in a blender and poured into glasses. If you want a cold cocktail, you can put it in the refrigerator for 10-15 minutes. or add ice.

coffee shake

A coffee smoothie with berries is both a healthy snack and a delicious dessert with a slightly bitter taste. All ingredients are mixed in a blender until foamy and the finished cocktail is served in tall glasses. It can be decorated with fresh red berries and coconut flakes.

For the smoothie you will need:

• Frozen or fresh assorted berries 150-200 g.
• 2 cups of cold Americano.
• 1 fresh or frozen banana.
• 1 teaspooncocoa.
• 100 grams of natural yogurt.
• Coconut flakes for decoration.

With pineapple, peach and grapefruit pulp

A smoothie with these ingredients is a delicious and healthy breakfast option that will give you strength and energy and accelerate your metabolism.

To make this drink you need:

• Peel and chop 1 grapefruit.
• Add it to the blender along with 100 g of pineapple, melon and peach.
• A bunch of parsley is also added to the fruit.
• The product is beaten in a blender until smooth, poured into glasses and garnished with lemon slices. To cool the drink, you can add ice.

Pineapple and kiwi

A smoothie to lose weight and cleanse the body with pineapple reinforces the protective function and has an anti-inflammatory effect.

To prepare you will need:

• 200 g fresh, frozen or canned pineapple.

• 1/3 glass of mineral water.
• 2 peeled ripe kiwis.
• Honey for sweetness (optional).
• Lemon 3-5 slices.
• 5-6 mint leaves.

All ingredients should be mixed in a blender until smooth and poured into glasses. It is best to use water from the refrigerator to keep the smoothie fresh.

tibetan shake

This smoothie is known all over the world for its pleasant texture and unusual taste. It helps you lose weight faster and corrects your figure.

This drink contains:

• Fennel. Reduces sweet cravings, eliminates harmful toxins and excess water.
• mangosteen. Suppresses hunger and accelerates metabolism.
• Tamarind. The main advantage is to block the work of enzymes responsible for the accumulation of fatty deposits.
• Langsat. Source of vitamins, calcium and iron.
• Sapodilla. This product contains substances that accelerate metabolism and strengthen the protective function of the body.
• Bail. Stabilizes the gastrointestinal tract and controls appetite.

These products are difficult to find in a normal store, so you can buy ready-made mixtures online that you only need to mix with water.

with apple

The main advantage of this drink is its refreshing and pleasant texture. In addition, the apples included in the composition normalize digestion. The sweet taste with a slight acidity lifts the mood.

This shake contains:

• Water 1/3 cup.
• 1 apple. If imported, it is best to remove the shell, on which preservatives are applied for long-term storage.
• A handful of berries. You can take raspberries, strawberries and currants.
• Honey to taste.
• 2 peaches or apricots.

Add the ingredients to the blender and mix. The finished smoothie is poured into glasses with ice and garnished with mint.

citrus smoothie

A smoothie with citrus fruits gives you a boost of vivacity and energy. In addition, it is good for losing weight and purifying the body. The pineapple included in the composition accelerates metabolism and removes excess moisture. Orange replenishes the lack of vitamin D.

To prepare this drink you will need:

• 3-4 feijoa fruits.
• 10 pieces of fresh pineapple.
• ½ orange.
• Lime juice.
• Lemon juice.
• ½ grapefruit.
• 5-10 sea buckthorn berries.
• Water ¼ cup

All ingredients should be mixed in a blender until smooth. The finished smoothie is poured into glasses with ice.

A quick, tasty and safe way to lose weight is to introduce smoothies into your diet.

After all, many vegetables and fruits, rich in essential fats, proteins, carbohydrates and vitamins, can be added to this drink. In addition, it can be used to lose weight and purify the body in a short time before or after vacation.