Diuretic juices help to increase urine production during the day and, therefore, can be used to reduce fluid retention and promote weight loss, which occurs due to the accumulation of water in the body.
There are several diuretic foods and fruits, such as celery, asparagus, apples, tomatoes or lemons, for example, which can be combined into various types of juices to obtain this effect, according to each person’s tastes. However, below are some ready-made recipes:
1. Apple juice with pear, melon and ginger
All the ingredients in this juice have diuretic properties, making it a great way to reduce swelling in the body. This juice is recommended for swollen legs, postpartum swollen legs and swelling throughout the body.
Ingredients
- 1/2 pear
- 1/2 apple
- 1 slice of melon
- 2 cm of ginger
- 1 glass of water
Preparation mode
Blend all the ingredients in a blender or pass the fruits and ginger through a centrifuge or food processor. Drink afterwards to make the most of its medicinal properties.
It is recommended to take this juice twice a day, once on an empty stomach and once at the end of the day.
2. Celery, cucumber and orange juice
Celery, parsley, cucumber and orange are foods that help increase urine production, in addition to allowing the elimination of toxins. This juice can also be used by those who have kidney stones, to try to eliminate them.
Ingredients
- 1 said
- 1 large cucumber
- 1 handful of parsley
- Juice of 1 large orange
Preparation mode
Wash all vegetables and cut them into pieces. Add them to a blender or pass them through a centrifuge and, finally, add the orange juice, stirring until you obtain a homogeneous mixture. 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, as spinach is an excellent source of lutein, a pigment that has been shown to prevent the accumulation of cholesterol inside the arteries. Ginger and lemon also help to strengthen the immune system.
Ingredients
- 4 to 5 spinach leaves
- 1 medium apple
- Juice of 1 medium lemon
- 2 cm of ginger
Preparation mode
Place all the ingredients in the blender and blend until you obtain a homogeneous juice. This juice should be drunk after it is ready to avoid losing some important minerals and vitamins.
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