In order to lose weight, it is essential to eat a diet that is as natural and unprocessed as possible without GMOs, pesticides or additives. It is also advisable to avoid snacking, whatever it is, and favor really healthy meals based on fresh fruits and vegetables.
And to complement this diet, nothing like fresh juices, smoothies and herbal drinks like ginger that promote weight loss.
Ginger, an excellent ally in losing weight
According to a study from the KS Rangasamy College of Arts & Science in India, administering a daily dose of gingerol, a compound found in ginger, to obese rats enabled a reduction in their weight as well as their blood sugar.
Ingredients of the two ginger drinks:
- 1 liter of water
- 1 piece of fresh ginger about 5 centimeters
- 1 squeezed lemon
- 2 tablespoons honey
Preparation of the ginger infusion:
- Pour the water into a pot and bring it to a boil
- Grate ginger and add it to the water
- Simmer over low heat for about 5 minutes
- Filter your infusion through a sieve or coffee filter and then add the lemon juice and honey.
Preparation of ginger water:
- Grate the ginger or, better yet, put it through a juicer
- Mix water, grated or juiced ginger, lemon juice and honey in a carafe and put everything in the fridge.
There you go, your lemon ginger detox drink is ready.
You don’t even have to buy a detox drink from the pharmacy! This healthy and light drink will make you feel lighter and toned.
You’ll see, it’s delicious… and economical! Serve warm or chilled, depending on your preference.
It is ideal to drink it in the morning on an empty stomach. But it will do you a lot of good throughout the day. And when it’s hot, it’s a pleasure to drink it very cold to quench your thirst.
Don’t forget that staying hydrated is very important, especially in hot weather!