This recipe barely needs an introduction. It's green, it's loaded with nutrients, and it's delicious. It's the perfect way to start your day or refuel after a workout.
The Alkalizing Green Booster was created by Dr. Oz in 2009 as a way to help people alkalize their bodies and improve their overall health. Dr. Oz believes that eating alkaline foods can help to counteract the effects of acid-forming foods, such as meat, dairy, and processed foods.
Prep time: 5 | Cook time: 0 | Serves: 2
Ingredients
1 cup spinach
1/2 cup kale
1/2 cup cucumber
1/2 celery stalk
1/4 cup cilantro
1/2 tablespoon lemon juice
1/4 teaspoon sea salt
1 cup water
Instructions
Wash all produce thoroughly.
Add all ingredients to a blender and blend until smooth.
Enjoy immediately.
Why It Works
The combination of spinach, kale, cucumber, cilantro, and lemon juice provides a wide range of vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants.
The fiber in the vegetables helps to cleanse the digestive system and promote regularity.
The alkaline nature of the ingredients helps to neutralize acids in the body and reduce inflammation.
The water helps to hydrate the body and flush out toxins.