These summer detox recipes with apple cider vinegar are a great way to rejuvenate the system as these are loaded with detoxifying and cleansing agents. These detox water help improve the body’s natural detoxification process, hydrates the body and jump starts the weight loss process. Your body needs the extra water in summers. Apple cider vinegar is rich in natural and healthy vitamins, minerals, antioxidants and enzymes and has numerous uses as a health, wellness and beauty booster.
Benefits of apple cider vinegar in weight loss
- It is known to decrease hunger, increase metabolism and provides a feeling of fullness
- It promotes weight loss by lessening fat stockpiling, increasing fat burning and improving blood sugar and insulin response
- Dilute your apple cider vinegar in water before consuming it
- Common dosage for apple cider vinegar ranges from 1 teaspoon to 2 tablespoons (10-30 ml) per day
Other benefits of apple cider vinegar
- An excellent source of malic acid and lactic acid for skin. It is known for it’s antibacterial and remedial properties
- The malic acid and lactic acid found in apple cider vinegar softens and exfoliates the skin, reduces red spots and gives equilibrium to the pH of your skin
- It is also known for it’s beneficial effects in treating sore throat, improving digestion and maintaining blood sugar levels
Ginger and apple cider vinegar detox water
Ingredients
- 1.5 inch ginger thinly sliced
- 1 tsp fennel seeds
- 2 cardamom
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1/2 tsp mint powder (fresh mint leaves)
- Pinch of pink salt
- 500-1000 ml plain water
Instructions
- Take a glass, jug or bottle
- Add all ingredients in it (Break cardamom pods before adding
- Add water on top and give it good stir
- You can also add 1 tsp honey but it’s completely optional
- Leave for 3 hours to overnight
- Drink it in the morning or in between meals
- Drink it using a straw
Green tea detox water
Ingredients
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 tsp leafy green tea
- Some basil leaves
- Pinch of pink salt
- Pinch of ceylon cinnamon
- 1 tsp pure wild honey
- 500-1000 ml plain water
Instructions
- In a cup, add green tea leaves, add warm water and cover
- Let the green tea infuse for few minutes
- In a glass jar, add basil leaves, salt, apple cider vinegar and honey
- Add cinnamon powder and fill half the jar with water
- Strain the brewed green tea in the jar
- Add more water if required and stir well
- Keep aside for minimum 3 hours to overnight
- Enjoy this detox water in between meals
- Avoid having green tea empty stomach and post sunset
Turmeric ajwain detox water
Ingredients
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- Pinch of pink salt
- 1/4 tsp carom seeds (ajwain)
- Pinch of organic turmeric powder
- 1 tsp honey
- 500-1000 ml plain water
Instructions
- Add all the ingredients at the bottom of a glass jar or bottle
- Add water and stir well
- Leave for minimum 3 hours to overnight
- Consume in the morning or in between meals
Matcha tea detox water
Ingredients
- 1 tsp matcha tea
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- Some basil leaves
- 1 tsp honey
- 500-1000 ml plain water
Instructions
- In a bowl, add matcha green tea and some warm water
- Using a whisker, mix well to break any lumps
- Add all ingredients in a glass jar, add water and stir well
- You can also add any other green super powder like moringa, barley grass etc
- Leave for 3 hours to overnight, consume in between meals
- Avoid with meals and post sunset
Fruity detox water
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup sliced strawberries
- 1/2 cup carrot
- 1 tsp chia seeds
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- Some mint leaves
- 500-1000 ml plain water
Instructions
- Add all ingredients in a glass jar and top it with water
- Leave for 3 hours to overnight
- You can use beets, apple, oranges, mullberries, chopped grapes for this recipe
- If the temperature is warm, fruits may start to ferment
- Hence keep this in fridge and take it out 30-40 minutes before drinking
Benefits of detox water
- Boosts immunity and metabolism
- Fights and prevents accumulation of fat cells
- Supports weight loss
- Helps regulate bloos sugar
- Reduces cravings and hunger pangs
- Makes you feel refreshed and energised
- Reduces stress and anxiety
- Makes water more flavourful and increases water consumption
- Very hydrating and has diuretic effects
- Great for skin health