The holidays are over, which means the constant and easy access to overindulgent turkey, stuffing and allllll the potatoes has come to an end. With all the food went through your mouth, Thanksgiving can be tough on your body. But don’t worry. You will get your line back.
This doesn’t mean you must turn to a fast diet to restore your balance. Here, I have some detox drinks you won’t mind drinking, as it is extremely delicious and can help you back to track!
Holiday detox water recipe (four servings or two tall glasses)
This drink has just four ingredients, which is easy to make and can help you refresh after heavy holiday meals over Thanksgiving.
Ingredients
4 sprigs of fresh mint
1 cup of pomegranate seeds
1 tablespoon of honey
4 cups of water or coconut water
Instructions
First, add mint to a pitcher.
Gently muddle the mint with the end of a wooden spoon to release some minty oils.
Then, add pomegranate seeds, honey and water.
Stir to combine.
Add a bit of ice if you want it cold.
Nutrition
Serving: 1glass
Calories: 50cal
Carbohydrates: 12g
Sodium: 14mg
Potassium: 96mg
Fiber: 1g
Sugar: 9g
Vitamin A: 40IU
Vitamin C: 4.5mg
Calcium: 12mg
Iron: 0.2mg
Holiday green smoothie recipe (two servings)
Another drink I want to introduce is the holiday green smoothie! Some people may be too scared to try because they are unsure about its taste. But I assure you it is way delicious and can help you detox after the holiday!
Ingredients
1 cup of milk or juice
1 cup of spinach or kale
½ cup of banana or ½ cup of plain yogurt
1 cup of kiwi and pear
1 tablespoon of topping chia, flax, or hemp seeds
1 teaspoon of cinnamon, vanilla, honey
Instructions
Combine all the liquid, vegetable and fruits in a blender until smooth.
Add the rest of the ingredients.
Continue blending until smooth.
Serve immediately.
Nutrition
Serving: 1smoothie
Calories: 210cal
Carbohydrates: 42g
Protein: 6g
Fat: 3g
Saturated Fat: 1g
Cholesterol: 5mg
Sodium: 71mg
Potassium: 591mg
Fiber: 5g
Sugar: 29g
Vitamin A: 2030IU
Vitamin C: 11.7mg
Calcium: 206mg
Iron: 1.4mg
Now, try the two detox drinks and back to your healthiest self!
