Water is used in the production of our Hormones and Neuro-
transmitters. Prolonged dehydration can lead to problems
with your Brains thinking. Water regulates body temperature,
that is stored in the middle layers of the skin and comes
comes to the skin’s surface as sweat when the body heats up.
As water evaporates, it keeps us cool during activity & sports.
The Digestive system depends on water, as the Bowels needs
water to work properly. Water makes the minerals and nutrients
in your body, more accessible. Nutrients dissolve in water, which makes it possible for them to reach all the parts of the body.
Water is essential in filtering waste products and toxins from your body. Mint aids the digestive process, allowing your body to eliminate waste more efficiently.
Water helps to keep your Liver and kidneys good shape.
The body relies on the liver to pick up toxins from the bloodstream and convert them into water-soluable substances that can be excreted in urine.
Water forms saliva and mucus. Saliva helps us digest
our food and keeps the mouth, nose, and eyes moist.
This prevents friction and damage. Drinking lots of water also keeps the mouth clean. Consuming water instead of sweetened drinks, will also reduce risks Tooth decay.
The airways need water. Dehydration causes airways to be restricted by the body, in an effort to minimize water loss. Dehydration makes asthma and allergies far worse.
Water delivers oxygen throughout the body. Blood is more than 90 percent water, and carries oxygen to different parts of the body. Water boosts skin health and beauty, because dehydration causes our skin to become more vulnerable to skin disorders and premature wrinkles. Water cushions the brain, spinal cord, and other sensitive tissues. Dehydration can affect brain structure and function.
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Tangerine allows your body to process glucose more efficiently, instead of turning it into fat. Grapefruit boosts your metabolism, and cucumber stimulates your body to feel fuller for longer. Mint aids the digestive process, allowing your body to eliminate waste efficiently.
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We all know water is a diuretic and it’s great for the entire body. Combine water with Cranberry juice, and becomes a great Fat Flushing drink. The Cranberry juice contains high levels of organic acids, when consumed regularly will help your body dissolve fatty deposits.
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Grapefruits contain high amounts of Vitamin C, which helps your body to detoxify naturally. Grapefruit helps the liver do the job it was meant to do, Detoxify & Metabolise your body!
Caution if you take medications, Grapefruit may affect them!
Here are some Great Detox Water H2O Recipes :
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Cucumber and Mint.
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Lemon and Ginger.
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Blackberry and Orange.
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Lemon and Cayenne pepper.
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Watermelon and Mint.
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Grapefruit and Rosemary.
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Orange and Lemon.
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Orange and Tangerine.
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Lemon, Apple and Lime.
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Strawberry, Cranberry and Raspberry
Here are some great Detox Fruits and their beneficial properties:
Cranberries are high in Antioxidants.
The nutrients in cranberries lower risks
ofurinary tract infection (UTI), and the prevention of certain types of cancer. It improves immune function; decreases blood pressure (Improving heart health). Cranberry fights age-related damage, supporting digestive health, prevents infection and supports post-menopausal health.
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Tangerines are packed with Vitamin C.
They are a good source of dietary fibre. Tangerine fibre in your diet is a great
way to lose weight and cleanse.
A whole tangerine has a high water
content of (85%)
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Thiamin.
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Vitamin A
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Copper.
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Potassium.
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Pantothenic acid (vitamin B5)
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Vitamin B1, B2, B3, B5, B6, B9
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Potassium, calcium, magnesium
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Lemon is a great source of vitamin C & fibre.
Lemons contain many plant compounds, minerals, and essential oils. Lemons aid weight loss, reduce your risk of Heart disease, Anaemia, Kidney stones, Digestive issues, and Cancer. Lemons also contain vitamins B5, B6, B1 and B2, Calcium, Copper & Iron.
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Limes are high in vitamin C & antioxidants,
both of which offer health benefits. Drinking the juice may improve immunity, reduce heart disease risk factors, prevent kidney stones,
aid iron absorption, and it promote healthy skin. The antioxidant properties in limes promote healthy cell growth.
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Apples are good for Weight Loss.
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Apples are good for your Heart.
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Apples lowers the risk of Diabetes.
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Prebiotic promote good Gut Bacteria.
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Apples may help prevent Cancer.
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Apples Contain Compounds for Asthma.
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Lowers High Cholesterol and Blood Pressure.
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Apples contain pectin, a soluble fibre.
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Apples regulates our blood sugar levels.
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Protects your Heart Health.
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Boosts your Brains Health.
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Boosts your metabolism.
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Watermelon Improves Heart Health.
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Hydrates the body, replacing lost fluid.
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Contains Compounds that prevent Cancer.
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Lower Inflammation and Oxidative Stress.
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May Help Prevent Macular Degeneration.
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Reduces the risk of prostate Cancer.
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Help relieve muscle from soreness.
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Lowers blood cholesterol.
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Helps balance gut bacteria.
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Lowers blood sugar levels.
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Encourages Weightloss.
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Watermelon is a diuretic that helps increase
the flow of urine but doesn't strain the kidneys.
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Watermelon is rich in electrolyte potassium;
a great electrolyte replenisher for the body.
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Watermelon is low in calories but high in age- defying, organ protecting antioxidants.
Tangerine
Apple
Watermelon
Enzyme Rich Fruit
Enzyme rich fruit help cleanse & detox the digestive system. Enzymes provide an abundance of energy (in the form of ATP). Enzymes are active catalysts that speed up energy release, from the oxidation of Glucose in the blood. Digestive Enzymes aid Weightloss by enhancing your bodies ability
to break down, digested or undigested food.
Citrus Acid Fruit
Citrus fruit irrigates the flow of blood,
cleansing your Heart and arteries, of plaque.
Citrus delivers juicy flavor and low glycemic fructose. Rich in nutrients Vitamin C, flavonoids, and fibre that aid vascular protection. Reducing inflammation, improving gastrointestinal function; preventing Diabetes, Cancer and Neurological diseases. Vitamin C builds immune system, to produce white blood cells to fight off infections.
Citrus fruits are linked to Weight loss, and
Detox because of their low calorie content.
Watermelon lowers blood pressure, improving the
circulation of blood plasma. It protects the Heart
and Joints from degeneration. Watermelon is
rich in vitamin C, great for the immune system.
Watermelon is high in the Cancer fighting Lycopene compound. Lycopene is a powerful antioxidant with many health benefits, including Sun protection, improving heart health and lowering the risks of certain types of Cancer. Lycopene has a chemopreventive effect against Prostate Cancer.
Watermelon helps the liver to process ammonia waste from protein digestion, which eases the strain on kidneys while getting rid of excess fluids.
Watermelon is a good source of Pantothenic acid, Biotin, Magnesium, and solable dietary Fibre.
Cranberry
Lemons &
Lime
