Considering the weather we've been having I thought I'd add this post right after the new one I just put up(see below). Thanks to Dr. Rawls of The Vital Plan for the recipe. The better we nourish our body with what we eat and drink the better it will perform mentally and physically.
"A detox water with cucumber and citrus is hard to beat in this warm weather heat. And besides just serving as a refreshing way to add some zing to plain water, this beverage boasts some powerful health benefits too. Best after soaking overnight, our recipe makes multiple servings that store well in the fridge and pack a flavorful punch.
Cucumbers are a good source of B vitamins. They are also known to contain lariciresinol, pinoresinol, and secoisolariciresinol, which have been linked to reduced risk of several cancer types, including breast cancer, ovarian cancer, uterine cancer and prostate cancer. Citrus fruits have an abundance of vitamin C, potassium, pectin, and phytochemicals that benefit numerous conditions including allergies, asthma, cancer, cataracts, heart disease, stroke, and the common cold. And mint, which adds a tasty zest to any dish, has been used to relieve abdominal pains, bad breath, and sore throats.
Detox Water with Cucumber and Citrus (makes 4-6 servings)
8-10 cups of filtered water
1 cucumber
1 lemon
1 large navel orange
1 lime
~15 mint leaves
4-6 glass jars with lids
Cut the cucumber and fruits into slices and distribute evenly among the jars. Add 3-4 mint leaves to each jar and seal. Refrigerate. Enjoy your detox water with cucumber and citrus after the jars have soaked for at least several hours or overnight (and preferably while sitting on a porch in a rocking chair."
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