Smoothie to lose weight and cleanse 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 their body. It is in this drink that you can find a large amount of vitamins and microelements that will improve your skin, body and the functioning of internal organs.

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

Cleansing smoothies

Smoothies for losing weight and cleansing the body are popular among women of all ages, but before drinking and preparing it, you need 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, blended and pureed in a blender.

The base is usually water or milk.. The drink first appeared in the United States in the late 1960s. People of all ages drank it there, but the drink was called fruit or vegetable puree. It appeared on store shelves in 1970.

Most often, smoothies were sold in places specializing in healthy eating. Now it can be found in almost every major store in every country. Smoothie is a completely English word that means viscous and thick consistency.

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

• Useful and natural ingredients.The drink must not contain artificial colors or preservatives. That's why the expiration date is no more than 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 made in 5 to 10 minutes, so it's a good breakfast option.
• Light and low calorie. They are based on 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 just 1 application.
• Many recipes. You will never get tired of smoothies, there are many preparation options, you can try a new smoothie every day.
• Contains many vitamins and essential substances. This smoothie is a great way to consume lots of healthy foods that are difficult to eat alone. If no sugar is added, this drink contains a large amount of fiber and fat.
• Speeds up metabolism. Vegetables, fruits and greens quickly help speed up metabolism. They are easy to digest and fill up.

• 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 smoothie, you can lose up to 1. 5 kg per week.

Contraindications to the smoothie diet

Smoothies for weight loss and cleansing the body are a healthy and correct product. But it also has contraindications.

This is it:

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

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

What foods are suitable for smoothies?

Smoothies for weight loss and body cleansing do not work well 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 every person's life. The physical and moral state of the entire organism depends on it.
2. Dairy products.
   • Yogurts.
   • Kefir.
   • Milk. If you are aiming to lose weight, it is best not to buy high-fat milk. Low-fat foods are also unhealthy, as they contain the amount of essential fats reduced to a minimum. The best option is milk with a fat content of 2. 5%.
3. Plant-based milk.
   • Oat.
   • Coconut.
   • Almond.
   • Rice.
4. Vegetables. It is important to only use products that do not cause allergies.
   • Pumpkin.
   • Celery.
   • Cucumber.
   • Tomato.
   • Beet.
   • Carrot.
5. Fruits. You can add any products here, but it's better to choose seasonal ones. In summer it can be peaches, apricots, melons. In winter, preference should be given to tangerines, oranges and persimmons.
6. Berries. Fresh and natural are only available in summer. To make delicious cocktails in the cold season, strawberries and raspberries can be frozen in portions. Watermelon is also a fruit. It also works well in smoothies.
7. Vegetables. Contains a large number of useful substances. At the same time, the calorie content is close to 0. Basil, dill, spinach, parsley, sage and rosemary are good greens for smoothies.
8. Additional Ingredients. If you are not allergic to nuts, 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 common products. Superfoods include:
   • Açaí.
   • Spirulina.
   • Mulberry or mulberry tree.
   • Physalis berries.
   • Chia seeds.
   • What a bean.
9. Porridge. The most commonly used is pure 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 smoothie lacks concentration and the bright flavor disappears.
• A powerful blender is essential for preparation.. Only in it can you chop frozen fruits, apples and herbs.
• At home, it is best to make smoothies immediately before cooking.This way the pulp will not have time to settle, the taste will be rich and pleasant.
• You should definitely avoid combining incompatible products.For example, apples and kefir, plums and herbs. These cocktails can cause discomfort and abdominal pain.

• All fruits and vegetablesIt's better to peel it.

Smoothie Diet

A diet on this drink should last no more than 5 days, because smoothies do not provide the body with the required amount of energy. Because of this, irritability, hot 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 to cook for a long time and smoothies are made quickly. On weekends, you should return to your normal diet. The main thing is not to eat a lot of fried, fatty and unhealthy foods, otherwise the result will quickly disappear.

Day of the week	Breakfast	To have lunch	To have lunch	Snack
Monday	2 orange smoothie with nuts and sprouted grains (can be replaced with rolled oats)	Smoothie with almond or rice milk, with some kiwis and berries	Smoothie with bran, apricots and unsweetened yogurt	Tomato and carrot smoothie / peach, apple and berry smoothie
Tuesday	Oatmeal or rice porridge 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 berries
Wednesday	"Açaí bowl" with coconut milk with berries and seeds	2-egg omelet, pumpkin smoothie	Boiled or roasted fish, chicken and celery smoothie	Fruit smoothie with almond milk
Thursday	Sandwiches with wholemeal bread, salad and lightly salted salmon. Vegetable smoothie	Coconut milk smoothie with apple and spinach	2-egg omelet and vegetable smoothie	Watermelon and melon smoothie with banana and strawberries
Friday	Oatmeal and smoothie with banana, berries and nuts	Chicken or fish broth with chunks, vegetable smoothie	Kefir smoothie with celery	A handful of nuts/shake 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 training, as without this the body will lack energy.

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

Plant-Based Diet Smoothies for Weight Loss and Cleansing

Plant-based smoothies are lower in calories. The amount of fructose in them is reduced 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 rich in protein.

You can prepare a spinach smoothie in 5 steps:

1. You need to take half a banana.
2. Next you need to peel the kiwi.
3. Then you need to have a glass of spinach.
4. All ingredients are placed in a blender and poured with 150 ml of cold mineral water (ordinary water can be used). Everything is mixed at high speed until smooth.
5. The cocktail is served in a glass, if desired, you can add a few fresh spinach leaves for decoration. If the cocktail is hot, add 2 to 3 pieces of ice.

With celery

Celery is a vegetable known for 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 general fortifying, tonic and cleansing effect.

To prepare this smoothie you will need:

• Celery. This recipe requires 100 g of product, which is equivalent to approximately 3 stems. In order for the celery to be crushed better, it must first be cut into several pieces.
• Kefir. You can consume any fat content; for those who are losing weight, 1% is better. You need ½ cup of kefir.
• Water. It must be cold, you need ¼ cup.
• Banana. It is better to choose the largest and most mature ones.
• Honey. Necessary for sweetness, if the banana is ripe you can do without this sweetener.
• Parsley.
• Cinnamon. It's 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.

From avocado

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

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

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

From pumpkin

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

This smoothie option is perfect for fall dinners:

• The chopped pumpkin pulp is placed in a blender.

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

With basil

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 to 2 days. This will make the pulp sweeter and more tender.
• Basil. A green plant is better. 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 must be placed in a blender.
• Water. Regular and mineral water go well with this smoothie.

All ingredients need to be beaten. The finished smoothie is garnished with basil leaves and served with 1 to 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 peel is bitter, it is best to get rid of it.

• Then add a bunch of parsley and lettuce leaves.
• The ingredients must be well beaten. There is no need to add water, the cucumber has enough liquid.
• Add coriander and pepper to the finished drink on the tip of a knife.

Smoothie "Metelka" for cleansing and weight loss

An ideal product to cleanse the intestine, rejuvenate the skin and promote health. All vegetables are consumed raw. The smoothie has a pronounced laxative effect, so it should be drunk on weekends, in the morning or in the evening.

To prepare you will need:

• ½ part beetroot fruit.
• 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 ends up being quite thick, so it must be diluted with water to the desired consistency.

With ginger

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

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

• A pineapple. Can be used fresh, frozen or canned. You will need about 1 cup of pineapple.
• 1 cup of coconut milk and unsweetened yogurt.
• ¼ teaspoon. spoons of saffron.
• 1 Tbsp. I. grated ginger root.

All ingredients must be mixed in a blender. If the smoothie is hot, 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, quickly fill you up and give you a boost of energy.

This smoothie can be made in 5 steps:

• Wash 10-15 strawberries, cut off the leaves and place in a blender.
• Add 1 ripe banana to the fruits.
• Almond, coconut or cow's milk are often used as a base.
• All ingredients must be beaten until a smooth, light foam forms.
• If desired, you can add cinnamon, honey and mint.

With milk

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

For pear smoothie with milk 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's best to choose sweet, ripe varieties, as fig varieties work well.

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

If the smoothie is hot, you can add ice.

With oatmeal

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

For the smoothie you will need:

• Cereals. It is better to choose those with the inscription "long cooking" on the box. You need 2 large spoons of cereal.
• Milk 1 glass. You can use either one.
• Ripe pitted cherries. 20-30 berries.
• Honey for sweetness to taste.
• 1 pack of yogurt.
• Optional cinnamon.

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. Then the remaining ingredients are added and the mixture is remixed.Pour the finished smoothie into glasses and add ice if necessary.

With cottage cheese

This smoothie has the lightest, airiest texture. It is also a good source of protein, making it a great post-workout snack or dinner.

This will require:

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

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

Coffee shake

A coffee smoothie with berries is a healthy snack and a delicious dessert with a slight sourness. All ingredients are mixed in a blender until foamy, and the finished cocktail is served in tall glasses. It can be decorated with fresh fruits and coconut flakes.

For the smoothie you will need:

• Assorted frozen or fresh berries 150-200 g.
• 2 cups of fresh Americano.
• 1 fresh or frozen banana.
• 1 teaspoon. cocoa.
• 100g of natural yogurt.
• Coconut flakes for decoration.

With pineapple pulp, peach and grapefruit

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

To make this drink you need:

• Peel and chop 1 grapefruit.
• Place in the blender along with 100 g of pineapple, melon and peach.
• A sprig of parsley is also added to the fruit.
• The product is blended in a blender until smooth, poured into glasses and decorated with lemon slices. To make the drink cold, you can add ice.

From pineapple and kiwi

A smoothie for weight loss and cleansing the body with pineapple strengthens 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 ripe kiwis, peeled.
• Honey for sweetness (optional).
• Lemon 3-5 slices.
• 5-6 mint leaves.

All ingredients must be blended in a blender until smooth and placed in glasses. It's best to use water from the refrigerator to keep the smoothie fresh.

Tibetan smoothie

This smoothie is known all over the world for its pleasant texture and unusual flavor. It helps you lose weight faster and fixes your body.

This drink contains:

• Fennel. Reduces cravings for sweets, removes harmful toxins and excess water.
• Mangosteen. Suppresses hunger and speeds up metabolism.
• Tamarind. The main advantage is to block the functioning of enzymes responsible for the accumulation of fat deposits.
• Langsat. Source of vitamins, calcium and iron.
• sapodilla. This product contains substances that accelerate metabolism and strengthen the body's protective function.
• Bail. Stabilizes the gastrointestinal tract and controls appetite.

These products are difficult to find in a regular store, so you can buy ready-made mixtures online that just need to be mixed 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 flavor with slight acidity lifts the mood.

This smoothie contains:

• Water 1/3 cup.
• 1 apple. If it is imported, it is better to remove the peel, 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.

The ingredients are added to the blender and mixed. The finished smoothie is poured into glasses with ice and decorated with mint.

Citrus smoothie

A smoothie with citrus fruits gives a boost of vivacity and energy. Furthermore, it is good for losing weight and cleansing 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.
• Lemonade.
• Lemon juice.
• ½ grapefruit.
• 5-10 hawthorn berries.
• Water ¼ cup

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

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

After all, you can add a lot of vegetables and fruits to this drink, which is rich in essential fats, proteins, carbohydrates and vitamins. In addition, it can be used to lose weight and cleanse the body in a short time before or after vacation.