~ Staying Hydrated in Style ~Detox and Homemade
Electrolyte Water
Key Ingredients and Their Benefits
1. Raw Apple Cider Vinegar:
- Puts the good bacteria back in your gut for a flat belly and less bloat! This apple cider vinegar (AVC) drink contains strand-like chains of protein enzyme molecules that help regulate bacteria in the gut. Think of your gut as your second brain. It is a powerhouse that controls your organs and you want to make sure it stays healthy and is rich in good-for-you bacteria to fight off the bad bacteria. Not only does AVC contain good bacteria, it is also rich in calcium, magnesium, potassium and other vitamins and minerals.
- Drinking 1 teaspoon in water three times a day helps to maintain blood sugar levels and aids in digestion.
- Kills bacteria in the mouth and removes stains. Whiter teeth!
- Assists weight loss! Raw apple cider vinegar such as this one contains acetic acid. Acetic acid, when consumed regularly, decreases abdominal fat and build-up of body and liver fats.
2. Cayenne Pepper:
- Helps digestion. Cayenne pepper stimulates the digestion enzymes which boosts the metabolism by increasing body temperature.
- Heals the gut.
- Detoxes and Improves poor circulation. It stimulates circulation to reduce blood clots and remove bacteria and toxins from the body.
- Supports weight loss. When eaten for breakfast, cayenne pepper can decrease the appetite, therefore consuming less food. It is an anti-inflammatory food which is known to soothe bloating, infections and food allergies.
3. Fruit Water:
- Blackberries aid to build elasticity in the skin for a more vibrant look, ohhh la la. Blackberries are responsible for strengthening collagen formation to tighten and tone the skin, helping you to look younger. They also are packed with fiber for weight loss and is a lower calorie fruit.
- Lower sugar. Natural sweetness comes from fruit.
- Boost immunity from antioxidants from fruit.
- Aids in weight loss since it is lower in calories than juice and contains fiber to flush toxins and curbs cravings
4. Homemade Electrolyte Water:
- (4″) piece ginger, peeled
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
- 2 teaspoons agave nectar or honey
- 1/8 teaspoon fine sea salt
- 2 3/4 cups mineral or coconut water
