Mint Lemonade Liver Cleanser

The Veggie Shake Team

Tired of the same old orange juice and coffee in the morning? Looking for a sweet, tart treat to help get you out of bed? Combining the clean, crisp taste of mint with the zesty zing of fresh lemonade, our Mint Lemonade Liver Cleanser will prove a tempting delight for the tastebuds. This easy-to-prepare mint lemonade is packed full of nutritious ingredients, such as apples and celery. Plus, the hint of cayenne pepper gives this health-enhancing beverage a serious boost. Blend one up for breakfast or pack some in a travel mug to enjoy with a healthy lunch. Your liver will thank you.

  •  Servings: 1
  •  Ready In: 5 minutes
Ingredients

  • 3 lemons

  • 2 cups mint leaves

  • 3 green apples

  • 2 celery stalks

  • Pinch of cayenne pepper

Instructions

  1. Add the juice of 3 lemons to your blender or food processor.

  2. Add 2 cups fresh mint leaves, taking care to remove the stems.

  3. Add 3 green apples cut into small pieces. You can leave the peel in place.

  4. Add 2 celery stalks, chopped crudely.

  5. Add a pinch of cayenne pepper. You can use slightly more or slightly less depending on your taste preference and tolerance for spice.

  6. Blend ingredients together until smooth. If desired, add a few ice cubes to chill contents.

  7. Pour juice into a tall glass.

  8. Drink and enjoy.

Health Benefits

  1. Lemons: this tart fruit lightens the liver’s load by helping to break down food in your stomach.

  2. Mint: got a sluggish liver? Mint helps boost liver function.

  3. Apples: an apple a day helps remove toxins and cholesterol from the blood, which makes the liver’s job way easier!

  4. Celery: research suggests celery can help support liver health, and it’s great for detoxification!

  5. Cayenne pepper: capsaicin in cayenne pepper may help improve liver health. Spice it up!

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