Recipe # 3 INFUSION FOR DETOXIFICATION

Recipe # 3. Minty Grapefruit
This delightful delicious combination of citrus spiced with mint and ginger makes the perfect thirst-quenching recipe for detoxification success! The lemon and lime in this recipe help relieve the pain and pressure of inflammation, and combine to combat toxic buildup and irritation that can otherwise prevent the organs from functioning as designed. 

Ingredients│ Yields 1 liter infused water.

1 liter water
½ medium pink grapefruit, peeled and sliced
½ large lemon, peeled and sliced
½ large lime, peeled and sliced
1 tablespoon mint leaves, crushed
1 inch piece ginger, peeled and sliced

1. Prepare a pitcher or water infuser product with 1 liter water.

2. Place the grapefruit, lemon, lime, mint leaves and ginger inside the pitcher or water infuser's canister.

3. Allow mixture to steep in the refrigerator or a cool, dark place for 4-8 hours. For best flavor and health benefits, consume within 24-48 hours.


The Key Ingredients
The vitamin C-rich grapefruit contain lycopene, which not only acts a potent antioxidant for cell health regeneration but also helps to regulate blood pressure. The lemon and lime contribute limonoids, which help to combat free radical damage to cells and help relieve inflammation, one of the major causes of pain in the body's joints and extremities, hands and legs. The mint and ginger contribute enzymes, oils, and polyphenols that help the functioning of the cardiovascular system, immune system, and nervous system. 

Papaya Leaves Juice Can Cure

The leaves of papaya are very useful in healing and curing cancer and dengue fever, and for good health. According to researchers the phytonutrients in the leaves are great antioxidants, greatly boosting the blood flow. This is due to the papain, phenolic compounds, and alkaloids in them. The first two catalysts are dynamic segments of papaya and can assist in the assimilation of proteins and are utilized to treat acid reflux, digestive problems, and bloating. Also, the alkaloid mixes named carpaine, pseudocarpaine, and dehydrocarpine provide chemo-preventive impacts.

These are the benefits of papaya leaves:


Blood platelet production – it is highly important to keep the blood platelet when you are seriously ill. Papaya leaves are the best in improving its production in the agreement with Asian Pacific Journal of Tropical Biomedicine.

Support the liver – the leaves are used as a base for treating problems with the liver like liver cancer, liver cirrhosis, and jaundice.

Prevents diseases – the papaya leaves juice is packed with acetogenin, a compound able to prevent from dengue fever, cancer, and malaria. It is a back-up for the immune system and can fight bacteria and viruses in the body.

Boosts energy levels – drinking papaya leaves juice each day can help you boost your energy levels and assist you with chronic fatigue.

Supports the digestive system – the leaves are packed with protese, amylase, chymopapain, and papain compounds that separate carbs, protein, and also enhance your processing. Those who have problems with digestion can make a great use of the juice, controlling their digestive framework. It can also help in mending the stomach lining and peptic ulcers through dispensing with microscopic organisms. The procedure can help in diminishing colon irritation which is brought on by IBD.

Soothes inflammation – inflammation causes allergies and diseases, and the juice provides anti-inflammation properties that can reduce it without any further problems to be caused.

Regulates the period – the juice can help you with PMS symptoms and will balance the cycle.

Protects the cardiovascular health – the leaves are rich antioxidants that will boost the immune system, protect the heart health, and dilate the vessels.

Lowers blood sugar levels in a natural way – the juice enhances insulin affectability and directs the glucose levels. It also contains cancer-prevention agents which diminish the auxiliary entanglements of diabetes like greasy liver and kidney harm, lessening the oxidative anxiety as well.

How to prepare the leaves:

Papaya juice – place some clean papaya leaves in a juices and mix it in order to extract the juice from it. Store it in a small bottle in the fridge for 4-5 days. In order to make it more palatable, mix it with another juice if you want to. You can also place 1- papaya leaves in a blender and add a cup of water. String the mixture through a cheesecloth, and the juice is ready.

Papaya tea – take 2 liters of water and 10 medium-sized papaya leaves, placing them on fire and boiling them until the water is half left. Let the mixture cool off and take the tea in small doses. Store it in a fridge for 5 days. Drinking it fresh is the best.

Leaf extract – you can find it in capsule form, tea leaves, and tincture, but opt for organic. Those in the market are mostly GMO.

CURRY LEAVES OR SWEET NEEM

 The leaves of the curry tree are called curry leaves or Sweet Neem leaves.

Kadi patta or curry leaves is a staple in Indian dishes.

Commonly used as seasoning, this leaf adds a special flavour to every dish. But there is more to the humble curry leaf than simply flavour. Packed with carbohydrates, fiber, calcium, phosphorous, irons and vitamins like vitamin C, vitamin A, vitamin B, vitamin E, curry leaves help your heart function better, fights infections and can enliven your hair and skin with vitality. 

Here are few health benefits of kadi patta.

Helps keep anaemia at bay.
Curry leaves are a rich source of iron and folic acid. Folic acid is mainly responsible for carrying and helping the body absorb iron, and since kadi patta is a rich source of both the compounds it is your one-stop natural remedy to beat anaemia.

Fights diabetes

Not only does kadi patta help lower the blood sugar levels, but also keeps in check for a few days after the administration of curry leaves. Curry leaves help your blood sugar levels by affecting the insulin activity of the body and reduces ones blood sugar levels. Also the type and amount of fiber contained within the leaves play a significant role in lowering blood sugar levels. So, if you suffer from diabetes, kadi patta is the best natural method to keeping your blood sugar levels in check.

Improves digestion

Curry leaves is known to help improve digestion and alter the way your body absorbs fat, thereby helping you lose weight. Since weight gain is one of the leading causes of diabetes, kadi patta treats the problem right at the root.

Lowers cholesterol
Many research shows that curry leaves have properties that can help in lowering one's blood cholesterol levels. Packed with antioxidants, curry leaves prevent the oxidation of cholesterol that forms LDL cholesterol (bad cholesterol). This in turn helps in increasing the amount of good cholesterol (HDL) and protects your body from conditions like heart disease and atherosclerosis.

Prevents greying of hair

Kadi patta has always been known to help in preventing greying of the hair. It is also very effective in treating damaged hair, adding bounce to limp hair, strengthening the shaft of thin hair, hair fall and treats dandruff. The best part about this benefit is that you can either choose to eat the curry leaves to help with your hair woes or apply it to your scalp as a remedy.

HEALTH BENEFITS OF CURRY LEAVES OR SWEET NEEM LEAVES:

~ Digestive Disorders.

~ Kidneys Disorders.

~ Treatment of morning sickness, nausea and vomiting.

~ The juice of the curry tree root can be taken to relieve pain associated with the kidneys.

~ Preventing premature graying of hair.

~ Stimulate hair growth.

~ Treat burns, bruises and skin eruption.

~ Prevent Diabetes.

~ External application in stings and bites of poisonous creatures. 

CURRY LEAVES: DETOX WATER

BEETROOT CURRY LEAVES DETOX WATER

 

PREP TIME

10 mins

COOK TIME

6 hours

TOTAL TIME

6 hours 10 mins

A healthy, detox drink with beetroot, curry leaves, lemon and ginger.

Author: Priya Shiva

Recipe type: Drinks

Serves: 8

INGREDIENTS

Beetroot- 1 (peeled and sliced)

Curry leaves - ½ cup

Lemon - 1 (thinly sliced)

Ginger - 2 tbsp (grated)

Water - 8 glasses

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Boil 2 glasses of water with curry leaves in it. Let it cool down completely.

2. Now add this curry leaves water along with sliced beetroots, lemon, ginger and remaining glasses of water in a glass jar. Mix it well.

3. Close the jar and leave it overnight or for minimum 6 hours.

4. Strain the infused water and enjoy.

NOTES

Refrigerate if you stay in a warm place.

I prepared beetroot curry leaves detox water for this week’s detox and hydration. The plan is to prepare this drink every day for the whole week and drink to flush out the toxins. Beetroots are extremely good for health as raw beetroots contain folic acid, iron and many other essential nutrients. They help in natural detox as it contains antioxidants. Did you know that eating raw beetroots can help boosting stamina? So, be sure to include this vegetable in your salads. Curry leaves are very helpful to fights infections. You can simply brew some curry leaves water and drink every day for healthier skin and hair. I include curry leaves regularly in my diet in various forms. I include them in chutney, curry, soup etc.

Your health is more important than anything else. So, make sure you eat healthy, exercise and spend time for yourself. I’m not a health freak but I do believe in healthy living. so, sharing the recipe for beetroot curry leaves detox water. Try it out and share the feedback.

Herbal remedies to treat premature grey hair.

1. Curry Leaves:

It is a very good herb that helps in curing the premature greying of hair. It can be used in various ways.

~ Curry Plant : The main reason for hair greying is due to a deficiency of iron in one's diet. And curry leaves are the rich source of iron and thus it settle down the problem of iron deficiency and helps in the prevention of premature graying of hair. 

~ Curry leaf oil : You can also use curry leaf oil on your hair. Just take a few leaves and crush them (use pounder) to form a paste.

Dry the paste in the sun until it becomes hard. Take coconut oil and dried curry paste and boil. Remain it for at least half an hour. Use this oil twice or thrice a week. 

The buttermilk drink is filled with various nutrients like calcium and hence proves to be very nutritive. Hence consuming this coolant daily greatly helps in preventing us from getting ill. Buttermilk refers to a number of dairy drinks. Originally, buttermilk was the liquid left behind after churning butter out of cream. This type of buttermilk is known as traditional buttermilk.