Mix 1 Lemon With 1 Tablespoon Of Olive Oil And You Will Use This For The Rest Of Your Life!
Discover a surprising natural remedy that transforms health and beauty with simple ingredients.
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If the Mediterranean region were to nominate two ingredients to represent them as ambassadors, it would undoubtedly be lemon and olive oil!
Indeed, just the idea of slicing a lemon and smelling its wholesome freshness is motivating enough to want to cleanse your system or make a recipe that stars lemon as an ingredient.
Lemon is an incredibly nourishing fruit. It contains vitamin C, vitamin A, vitamin B6, vitamin E, elements such as folate, niacin, thiamine, riboflavin, and even little amounts of protein (1).
Olive oil, on the other hand, as the fatty fruit of the olive tree, is rich in its own set of nutrients. Considered as one of the best sources of monounsaturated fats, it also contains omega 3 and omega 6 acids, vitamin E, vitamin K and is rich in antioxidants (2). Fun fact: One of the reasons olive oil is so rich in nutrients is because it necessitates only superficial processing, thereby allowing the final product to have preserved almost all the naturally occurring nutrients.
Can you imagine the benefits when these two superfoods are combined together?
No? Well, let us tell you!
The Benefits Of Olive Oil And Lemon Juice
The following are four powerful benefits you can harness when your combine the wonder foods, olive oil and lemon juice together:
1. Eases Constipation
A combination of lemon and olive oil works to cleanse and purify your blood and act as a powerful lubricant for digestive mucus, which is necessary to ease the passage of stools. The richness of antioxidants and vitamin C helps re-energise your liver and gall bladder by helping eliminate toxins and improving digestion.
2. Fights Inflammation
The flavonoids and antioxidants present in lemon and olive oil helps soothe inflammation – and hence the pain – leading to a revitalization of your joints. The antibacterial and antimicrobial qualities of lemon juice also help in calming the digestive tract thereby reducing gas and bloating. All of this subsequently aids in reducing the occurrence of stomach-aches, cramps and indigestion.
3. Liver And Gallbladder Cleanse
Drinking a solution of lemon, olive oil and water on an empty stomach at least an hour before breakfast will serve as a natural flush for your kidneys, gallbladder and liver. It also works to discourage the growth of gallstones. You could also try drinking a teaspoon each of olive oil and lemon juice an hour before your meal to help prevent ulcers and irritation of the gastrointestinal tract.
4. Healthy Heart
Both olive oil and lemon are powerful nourishers for a healthy, happy heart. The richness of fatty acids in olive oil – liquid gold as deemed by the Greeks – and the cleansing and purifying properties of lemon will kickstart your circulation and lower the bad cholesterol levels.
The high monounsaturated fat content in olive oil will not only help lower your bad cholesterol levels (LDL) but it also helps boost good cholesterol (HDL) levels. The vitamin E content in both olive oil and lemon prevents oxidation of cholesterol, which is the process that leads to arterial clogging.
When Going On A Lemon & Olive Oil Detox
There are many ways to consume this powerhouse of goodness. You can consume the 2 ingredients in the form of lemonades, salad dressings or even detox cleanse solutions.
If you do choose to undergo a lemon-olive oil detox, please read the below instructions to understand its requirements.
DOs:
- Eat only apples for at least 24 hours before starting the cleanse.
- Add a clove of garlic or a few segments of grapefruit to your cleanse for added fibre and vitamin C content.
- Consult your doctor before you start any new regime. This is especially the case if you happen to be suffering from a chronic condition and/or are on prescribed medication. Discuss with your doctor if the detox could potentially interact with any of your medication.
DON’Ts:
- Avoid solids and cooked food for about 24 hours after your cleanse
- Avoid the cleanse on days, or even weeks, when you have a lot of responsibilities. A slow weekend might be the best time so that you are completely rejuvenated on Monday.
DIY Detox Drink Recipe:
- Squeeze the juice out of half a lemon in a glass.
- Add 1 tablespoon of olive oil to your glass.
- Now add 8 oz. of water and stir well till you get a solution of seemingly uniform consistency. Alternatively, you could always pour all the ingredients into a blender and blend for 1 minute.
- Once you’re done, consume this drink immediately.
These two ingredients are a nutrition powerhouse and can be used for internal as well as external purposes. You might find that you feel less tired or bloated and your hair and skin looks a little less oily once you start consuming this magic potion. This effective combination is sure to detoxify you inside out!
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