As the summer heat intensifies, our appetite tends to decrease while our thirst increases. This phenomenon, combined with the humidity, makes the summer season an opportune time for weight loss. The association between summer and shedding pounds prompts many of us to turn to chilled and delicious shakes and smoothies as aids in our weight loss journey. However, according to Shweta Shah, a Holistic Nutritionist, milk should be consumed on its own without mixing it with other fruits or foods for weight loss purposes.
The combination of milk with fruits, especially melons, sour fruits, and bananas, is considered incompatible . This combination may disrupt the digestive system, leading to poor digestion, accumulation of toxins (ama), imbalance in bodily tissues (dhatus), and obstruction of bodily channels. Given this, we sought advice from Shweta Shah for some of the best smoothie recipes suitable for the hot summer months to aid in quick weight loss.
Smoothies are indeed an excellent way to absorb the nutrients from fruits and vegetables effortlessly. They are not only delicious but also serve as a quick and energizing breakfast option. Moreover, they can contribute to improving skin health while supporting weight loss goals. Here are some refreshing smoothie recipes that you should consider trying this summer.
1.Papaya Smoothie
1 cup Papaya (chopped)
1 tsp Flax Seeds (ground)
Water, as required
Some Ice cubes
Methods
Take a mixer jar and add papaya, some crushed ice, ground flaxseed with a little water. Combine them together and process for about 30 seconds, or until smooth and frosty. Have it immediately.
Ingredients
1/2 cup shredded bottle gourd
1/2 cup chopped cucumber
1/4 cup chilled water
1 tbsp lemon juice
A pinch of Himalayan pink salt
Method
Toss the shredded bottle gourd and chopped cucumber into a blender and give it a spin. Add the chilled water and lemon juice and stir well. Pour the smoothie into a glass and add a pinch of Himalayan pink salt and stir well before drinking.
3.Green Boost Smoothie
Ingredients
1/4 cup Pineapple
1 Orange (peeled)
1/2 cup raw spinach
1 cup almond/coconut milk
Method
Add all the ingredients to a blender jar and blend until smooth. Transfer in a glass and enjoy.
4.Banana Mint Smoothie
Ingredients
1 Banana (medium)
10-15 Nos Mint leaves
2-3 Lime Drops
1 Date (seedless)
1/4 cup water
Method
Add all the ingredients in a blender jar and blend them all together until smooth. Enjoy it fresh!
5.Mix Fruit Smoothie
Ingredients
1 cup Mixed Fruits (apple, papaya, pear, mango, banana etc.)
3-4 Nos Strawberry
50 ml Coconut Milk
1 tsp Honey
Method
Put all the ingredients in a blender and process until smooth. Pour into glasses and serve immediately.
Ingredients
1 cup Papaya (sliced)
1 cup Orange
1 tsp Lemon Juice (optional)
2 soaked Figs
1 tsp Flax Seeds
Method
In a blender jar, add figs, orange juice, and flax seeds, blend until smooth. Add the papaya and blend further. Once done, pour in a glass and pour lemon juice in it and enjoy!
7.Hunger Pang Smoothie
Ingredients
1 cup Mint Leaves
1 cup Coriander Leaves
1/2 tsp Lemon Juice
Water
Method
Start by washing and blanching the coriander leaves in warm water. Add mint leaves, coriander leaves, and lemon juice in a blender jar and blend well. Sieve the juice. Pour the mint coriander smoothie in a tall glass and enjoy! This mint coriander smoothie helps in weight loss as well as detoxification.
Ingredients
1 Sweet Potato (medium)
1 Carrot (small)
1 handful of Spinach
1-Inch Ginger
Black Salt (a pinch)
½ cup Water
A few drops of Lemon
Method
Wash and peel the sweet potatoes and carrots. Cut them into medium-sized cubes and then chop spinach and ginger. Add all the constituents in the food processor along with ½ cup of water. Add a pinch of black salt and a few drops of lemon. Blend for a few minutes to form a smooth paste. Pour in a serving mug and enjoy. Best served chilled and fresh in between breakfast and lunch daily.
Ingredients
1 Indian Gooseberry (chopped)
1/2 Beetroot (chopped)
1 Carrot (chopped)
Methods
In a blender jar, and add all the ingredients. Blend them well and strain them afterward. Drink it fresh to get the most out of it.
Ingredients
1/2 Apple
1 Orange (halved, peeled, and seedless)
1 Carrot (small)
1/4 Cucumber (peeled)
1-inch Ginger
1/4 Lemon (peeled)
Water to dilute, if needed
Method
Take a juicer jar and add the fruits in it, Juice them all! Add water if you think the juice has to be diluted. Also, add a little stevia to it to enhance the taste or if you can, drink it without any sweetener, as it is already sweet enough. Enjoy!
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