Diuretic juices help increase urine output during the day and therefore can be used by decreasing fluid retention and promoting weight loss, which happens due to the accumulation of water in the body.
There are various diuretic foods and fruits, such as celery, asparagus, apple, tomato or lemon, for example, which can be combined in various types of juices to achieve this effect, according to the tastes of each person. However, the following are some ready-made recipes:
1. Apple juice with pear, melon and ginger
All the ingredients of this juice have diuretic properties, being a great way to reduce the swelling of the body. This juice is indicated for cases of swollen legs, swollen legs in postpartum and in case of swelling throughout the body.
Ingredients
- 1/2 pear
- 1/2 apple
- 1 slice of melon
- 2 cm ginger
- 1 glass of water
Method of preparation
Beat all the ingredients in the blender or pass the fruits and ginger through the centrifuge or food processor. Drink the following to take full advantage of its medicinal properties.
It is recommended to take this juice 2 times a day, once fasting and another at the end of the day.
2. Celery, cucumber and orange juice
Celery, parsley, cucumber, and orange are foods that help increase urine output and allow the elimination of toxins. This juice can also be used by those who have kidney stones, to try to eliminate them.
Ingredients
- 1 celery
- 1 large cucumber
- 1 handful of parsley
- Juice of 1 large orange
Method of preparation
Wash all the vegetables and cut them into pieces. Add in a blender or pass through the centrifuge and finally add the orange juice stirring until a homogeneous mixture is obtained. Drink this juice 2 to 3 times a day.
3. Spinach, apple, lemon and ginger juice
In addition to being a great diuretic, this juice can also help fight high cholesterol because spinach is an excellent source of lutein, a pigment that has been shown to be able to prevent the build-up of cholesterol inside the arteries. Ginger and lemon also help strengthen the immune system.
Ingredients
- 4 to 5 leaves of spinach
- 1 medium apple
- Juice of 1 medium lemon
- 2 cm ginger
Method of preparation
Put all the ingredients in the blender and beat until you get a homogenous juice. This juice should be drunk after it's ready, to avoid losing some important minerals and vitamins.
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