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Ingredients
- 3 carrots
- 1 stick of celery
- 1 handful of alfalfa
- 1 clove of raw garlic
- ½ glass of water (125 ml)
Preparation
- First, pass the carrots through a juice extractor and, after obtaining the juice, add it with the rest of the ingredients, previously washed, in the blender.
- Finally, process for a couple of minutes or until you obtain a homogeneous drink.
- Note : you can replace the celery with a green apple.
2. Apple, fennel and flaxseed smoothie
This smoothie stands out for its significant contribution of dietary fiber (pectin) and anti-inflammatory compounds that, after being assimilated, contribute to purifying the colon to control abdominal inflammation.
Its slight laxative effect promotes the elimination of waste and, in the process, helps regulate stomach functions in case of constipation.
Ingredients
- 2 apples.
- 1 glass of fennel infusion (250 ml).
- 1 tablespoon of flax seeds (10 g).
- Optional: a teaspoon of chia seeds (5 g).
Preparation
- Cut the apples into several pieces and then blend them in a blender with the fennel infusion and flax seeds.
- After obtaining a homogeneous drink, serve it without straining.
3. Papaya, mango and flaxseed smoothie
The ingredients that we mix in this healthy smoothie have properties that help restore digestive functions to avoid inflammation and pain.
Its natural enzymes, in addition to fiber and antioxidants, help break down waste that is retained in the colon and, after facilitating its elimination, reduce swelling.
Ingredients
- Water (250 ml).
- 1 ripe mango.
- 2 slices of fresh papaya.
- 1 tablespoon of flax seeds (10 g).
Preparation
- Place the papaya in the blender and, after cutting the mango, combine all the ingredients at maximum speed.
- Lastly, make sure you get a smooth drink and serve it without straining.
4. Aloe vera, apple and lemon smoothie
This homemade smoothie is ideal for reducing belly inflammation, as it helps eliminate waste from the colon and, in turn, feeds the intestinal flora or microbiota.
Likewise, its high fiber content promotes the digestion of food and reduces the accumulation of gases and toxins.
Ingredients
- 1 green apple
- The juice of 1 lemon
- 1 glass of water (250 ml)
- 1 tablespoon liquid chlorophyll (10 ml)
- 4 tablespoons of aloe vera gel (60 ml)
Preparation
- Clean the apple and cut it into pieces. There is no need to peel it.
- Squeeze the lemon juice and reserve.
- Wash the aloe vera gel with plenty of water until all the sage (yellow layer) is removed.
- Put all the ingredients in the blender and process until smooth.
- Serve and consume immediately.
5. Pineapple, strawberry and cucumber smoothie
Ingredients
- 4 strawberries
- ½ cucumber
- Water (250ml)
- 3 slices of pineapple
- Optional: lemon slices, fresh parsley.
Preparation
- First, put all the ingredients in the blender glass and blend them with a glass of water.
- To finish, serve it freshly prepared, without straining.
What else should you do to reduce belly inflammation?
To reduce belly inflammation, in addition to drinking the proposals that we have mentioned here, the ideal is that you include a greater amount of fiber in your diet and improve your lifestyle habits. Regulating intestinal transit will help you reduce inflammation in this area of the body and feel better.
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