Flavored Infused Water - Refreshing Aroma Water With Fruits And Herbs

Flavored Infused Water - Refreshing Aroma Water With Fruits And Herbs

What is refreshing and healthy vitamin water?

Effectiveness of electrolytes on the organism

Why is water so important for the metabolism?

Aroma water with fruits - Drink yourself healthy...this is how it works!

Aroma water with herbs - Drink yourself healthy...this is how it works!

Detox recipes for losing weight - Drink yourself healthy...this is how it works!

Vitamin water especially for the athlete

Useful tips for drinking water properly

Healthy Smoothie Recipes To Detoxify And For More Vitality

Simple Smoothies

Peach and Raspberry Smoothie

Banana Strawberry Smoothie

Strawberry-Apricot-Smoothie

Plum and Passion Fruit Smoothie

Mango and Passion Fruit Smoothie

Blackberry Raspberry Smoothie

Blueberry and Strawberry Smoothie

Papaya and Mango Smoothie

Melon and Kiwi Smoothie

Blackberry and Blackcurrant Smoothie

Breakfast Mixes

Apricot Breakfast Smoothie

Blueberry, Raspberry, Peach and Orange Smoothie

Banana, Peach and Strawberry Smoothie

Caribbean Smoothie

Energy Booster Banana

Wake-Up Juice

Apple and Orange Juice

Nectarine and Raspberry Juice

Mocha Breakfast Smoothie

Land Breakfast Smoothie

Flavored Refinements

Mandarin, Lemongrass, Chili and Mint Juice

Lychee, Raspberry and Rose Water Spray

Mango, Coconut and Lime Smoothie

Pineapple, Lemongrass and Cardamom Mixture

Nectarine, Clementine and Orange Blossom Water Juice

Papaya, Strawberry and Pistachio Smoothie

Orange, Dates- and Orange Blossom Water Smoothie

Green Tea, Apple and Grape Juice

Grapefruit, Basil and Strawberry Crush

Watermelon and Strawberry Juice

Healthy Tonics

Ultimate Fit Maker with Vitamins

The Energizer Super Juice

Hangover Cure

Diabetic Juice

Purifying Juice

Cold Remedies

Healthy Juice for Expectant Mothers

Power Smoothie

Digestive Smoothie

Fat Burner Smoothie

Power Juices

Green Goddess

Rise and Shine!

Root sap

Pure Juice

Melon Mixture

Orange, Mango and Lime Juice

Cranberry, Apple and Orange Juice

Carrot, Apple, Celery and Beetroot Juice

Autumn Juice

Vegetable Juice

Mixtures For Children

Apple, Currant and Elderflower Juice

Citrus Blessing

Peach Melba Smoothie

Peanut Butter and Jam Smoothie

Chocolate Marshalow Cloud Shake

Banana and toffee smoothie

Pineapple Lemonade

Strawberry and Nectarine Shower

Strawberry cheese cake smoothie

Monster Juice

Colourful Milkshakes

Banana Milkshake

Raspberry and White Chocolate Milkshake

Mixed Berry Milkshake

Pear, Chocolate and Ginger Milkshake

Chocolate and Orange Milkshake

Strawberry-Mint-Lassi

Mango and Cardamom Lassi

Watermelon and strawberry milkshake

Viscous & Ice-Cold

Mango, Pineapple and Papaya Ice Cream Smoothie

Chocolate and Pistachio Smoothie

White Chocolate and Apricot Smoothie

Mint Chocolate Pieces Smoothie

Mocca Frosty

Banana, Pineapple and Coconut Frosty

Raspberry and Pineapple Granita

Watermelon and Mint Granita

Coffee Granita

Papaya and Lime Granita

A Taste Of The Tropics

Tropical Island Smoothie

Mango-Coconut-Mint-Smoothie

Blueberry-Mango-Smoothie

Raspberry-Pina-Colada-Smoothie

Lava-Flow Smoothie

Mojito Smoothie

Green & Slim

Green and Slim Cleaner

Peach Pear Refreshment

Ginger Berry Mojito

Detox Starling

The Green Field

Vegetable Cocktail

Agua Fresca Detox

Mint Julep Sweet Tea

Violet Power Healer

Crazy Drinks, but Nice

Strawberry Cream Smoothie

Black Forest Smoothie

Mango, Mandarin and Coconut Smoothie

Tiramisu Smoothie

Strawberry-Trifle Smoothie

Banana, Cream and Chocolate Smoothie

Ginger and Pear Pudding Smoothie

Apple Crumble Smoothie

Buddha Bowls: A Bowl Of Happiness

Buddha Bowls: These are your advantages

Buddha Bowls: Small disadvantages for great enjoyment

Buddha Bowls: What awaits you in the cookbook

Buddha Bowls: How is this cookbook structured?

Main Dishes

Sweet Potato Buddha-Bowl with Quinoa

Millet Buddha-Bowl with Zucchini

Chicken Quinoa Bowl

Salmon Bowl with Noodles

Tofu Bowl with Brown Rice

Buddha Bowl in Mediterranean Style

Buddha Bowl with Chicken Skewers and Radishes

Falafel Bowl with Pomegranate

Soban Noodles-Bowl with Chickpeas

The Rainbow Bowl with Chicken Fillet

Avocado Bowl with Quinoa

Vegan and Vegetarian Recipes

Vegan Bowl with Superfoods

Vegan Pesto Bowl

Sweet Potato Bowl with Turmeric

Protein-Rich Vegan Bowl

The Colourful Vegan Buddha Bowl

Vegan Mangold Bowl with Tofu

Millet Bowl with Falafel

Lentils-Egg-Bowl

The Vegan Fruit Dream

Vegetarian Feta Bowl with Nuts

Breakfast Bowls

Egg and Lentils Bowl with Vegetables

Bean Bowl with Hummus

Acai Bowl for Power

Berry Acai Bowl

Exotic Breakfast Bowl

Vitamin Bowl for more Energy

Couscous Bowl with Eggs

Amaranth Bowl with Fruits

Bacon Eggs Bowl with Rice

Avocado Bowl with Eggs

Healthy Bowl Desserts

Peanut-Banana-Bowl

Tropical Mango Bowl

Happy Pink Buddha Bowl

Fruity Mango Bowl with Chia Seeds

Banana Chocolate Bowl with Vanilla

Strawberry Chocolate Bowl with Cream

Orange Chocolate Bowl

Strawberry Vanilla Bowl with white Chocolate

Chocolate Banana Bowl with Smarties

Oreo Cookie Bowl

Smoothie Bowls

Coconut Bowl with Raspberries

Green Smoothie Bowl

Chia Pudding Bowl with Berries

Mango Bowl with Blueberries

Acai Banana Bowl

Strawberry Bowl with Bananas

The Matcha Power Bowl

The Pinky Energy Bowl

The Power Bowl for an Energetic Start into the Day

The Spirulina Superfood Bowl

Freshly Power Fruits - Tasty Recipe Ideas For Power Fruits In A Small Bowl

Choosing the right fruit

Tips for processing fruit

Dressing for the fruit salad?

Fruit salad with carambola and orange liqueur cream

Fruit salad with vanilla quark and almonds

Fruit salad with pistachio nuts and maple syrup

Buttermilk waffles with fruit salad and lemon yoghurt

Fruit cocktail with mascarpone chocolate foam

Winter fruit salad with coconut yoghurt cream

Crêpes with fruit salad and chocolate sauce

Fruit salad with stracciatella mascarpone cream

Fruit salad with vanilla mascarpone cream

Waffles with fruit salad and chocolate sauce

Apricot salad with oat flake brittle and lime yoghurt

Stuffed baby pineapple with melon, currants and kiwi under meringue hood

Tropical fruit salad with coconut yoghurt

Colorful fruit salad with elderberry yoghurt

Exotic fruit salad with Piña-Colada-Granita

Orange bulgur with fruit salad

Creamy yoghurt rice with fruit salad

Cream of soured milk and almonds with fruit salad

Quinoa quark casserole with fruit salad

Coconut rice pudding with fruit salad

Low Carb Food - Delicious Healthy And Easy Recipes For More Vitality

Chicken Chilli pan, boiling pan with spicy yoghurt sauce

Sauerbraten of chicken with cranberries and pumpernickel

Roulades on Moroccan style with sultanas and almonds

Mustard eggs with spinach and tarragon

Spicy chicken curry with ginger and tomatoes

Asparagus and tomato salad with shrimps and dill

Roast beef rolls with pumpkin curd and Chinese cabbage

Fish fillets with almond crust on melted cherry tomatoes

Fried plaice fillets with crab, spinach and crispy croutons

Grilled zucchini flowers with pecorino and chili

Marinated mozzarella with olives and dried tomatoes

Marinated Clams with chilli pepper and parsley

Mushrooms in balsamic vinegar with garlic and parsley

Sardines Venetian style with onions and sultanas

Feiner fennel salad with thinly sliced salami

Marinated green olives with fennel and orange

Braised chicken in red wine with shallots, mushrooms and herbs

Salmon and cucumber frying pan with dill and anise liqueur

Stuffed turkey rolls with celery and apple salad with avocado

Chicken cutlets with roasted tomatoes and Marsala

Monkfish cutlets with yellow tomatoes

Calamari Skillet with baby aubergines

Mexican pumpkin seed sauce with coriander

Stuffed chicken breast with ricotta and tarragon

Grilled salmon trout with mint pesto

Marinated Grilled pork with chili and orange

Tuna tartare grilled with capers and dried tomatoes

Halibut parcels with fennel and potatoes

Shrimp on cucumber and orange salad with orange-lime sauce

Tamarind quail with peaches and lettuce

Grilled slices of veal liver with raspberry vinegar glaze and fine herbs

Clear asparagus soup with egg custard

Asparagus classically prepared with Hollandaise

Easy Hollandaise (based on yoghurt)

Cabbage in soy cream with red pepper seasoning

Spicy spinach with onions, garlic and soy cream

Cauliflower Polish style with egg, lemon and breadcrumbs

Baked mushrooms with rosemary and parmesan

Steamed broccoli with sesame, honey and soy sauce

Chanterelles pan with mustard and chives

Red mullet in foil with Asian vegetables

Steamed cod with mustard sauce

Baked salmon trout from the lemon salt crust

Peter Fish cooked on a bed of tomatoes in the oven

Saithe in Parma Coat on courgettes

Fish Fillet packet Mediterranean style

Fried perch fillets with creamy horseradish sauce

Fine Zander and white sausages with refined Curry Orange Ketchup

Fried mackerel fillets with red wine sauce on roasted beetroot leaves

Panfried salmon steak with tarragon salsa Verde

Green fish curry with tilapia, Romanesco and coconut milk

Brathering Asian style with ginger, star anise and chilli

Zander with sauerkraut and mushroom and white wine sauce

Salmon fillet on tomatoes with black olives and basil

Baked trout with spicy avocado corn salad

Ling on caraway cabbage with dill and sour cream

Sour Meat Monkfish with Aquavit, dill and mustard seeds

Loach stew with onions and peppers

Sesame fish sticks with spicy cucumber salad

Redfish with basil foam and broad beans

Monkfish with braised peppers

Salmon on colorful bean salad with three kinds of beans and dried tomatoes

Greek tuna salad with olives and caper vinaigrette

Crispy prawns in breadcrumbs crust on avocado carpaccio

Grandmother's roast veal with red wine and vegetables

Veal fillet Sicilian style on oranges and grapefruit salad

Veal stuffed cabbage with capers, garlic and cumin

Stuffed veal chop with Roquefort

Veal cutlets from the frying pan with sage and lemon sauce

Veal goulash with sauerkraut and potatoes

Styrian veal rolls with pumpkin seeds and pepper sauce

Small veal loin steaks and tuna with fennel and carrots

Veal meatballs with oyster mushrooms

Steamed veal fillet steaks with mangetout and chervil

Stuffed veal escalope with mango and mozzarella

Veal meatballs Koenigsberg style with yoghurt dip

Stuffed veal steak with smoked ham and goat Gouda

Veal meatloaf with peppers and herb quark

Baked veal cutlets with aubergine and mozzarella

Veal ragout with morels and crayfish tails

Beef curry with potatoes, coconut and peanuts

Rump steak with tomatoes and arugula

Roast beef with remoulade Almond and Watercress

Turkish beef skewers with pointed peppers and yoghurt

Moroccan beef stew with chickpeas and sultanas

Sharp steak salad with Chinese cabbage and papaya

Beef with green asparagus

Asian beef from the wok with peppers and sprouts

Beef shiitake wok with carrots and Thai basil

Belgian beef stew with beer and onions

Beef tenderloin in herb seasoning coat with beetroot vegetables

Roast beef fillet with mushrooms and Madeira sauce

Chicken breast on orange slices with leek and green pepper

Asian chicken skewers with Chinese cabbage

Chicken in foil with Thai flavors

Chicken breast cooked in foil with fennel, celery and white wine

Italian films chicken with tomatoes, capers and oregano

Chicken fillet in foil with artichokes, tomatoes and zucchini

Chicken and broccoli in a wok with walnuts and oyster sauce

Chicken, Chinese style with celery, bean sprouts and garlic

Maritime Kitchen - Delicious Healthy And Easy Recipes For More Vitality

Fried plaice fillets with crab, spinach and crispy croutons

Shrimp fried rice with crunchy vegetables and cashew nuts

Marinated Clams with chilli pepper and parsley

Korean pancakes with carrot and pak choi

Calamari Skillet with baby aubergines

Asia cannelloni steamed salmon with shrimp filling on lemongrass and lime

Shrimp ravioli with coconut curry sauce

Herb pasta rags with shrimp and yellow tomatoes

Shrimp on cucumber and orange salad with orange-lime sauce

Shrimp pizza with artichoke hearts and yellow tomatoes

Shrimp in sweet and spicy glaze with China-Cole Slaw

Scallops on truffled mashed beans with cherry tomatoes

Lukewarm seafood salad with potatoes, cauliflower, arugula and capers

Crispy prawns in breadcrumbs crust on avocado carpaccio

Creole stew with chicken drumsticks, okra and shrimp

Iced melon and cucumber soup with shrimps

Shrimp Sushi in glass with mango and cucumber

Shrimp balls with plum chilli sauce

Steamed shrimp dumplings with crunchy wok vegetables

Shrimp noodle soup with crisp sugar snap peas

Shrimp sour with peppers and mango

Deep-fried prawns with spicy pineapple salsa

Lobsters and coconut soup with tomatoes, ginger and chilli

Creole lobster stew with okra, spinach and coconut

Arab Calamari Skillet with homemade harissa

Stuffed chicken wings with prawns on mango salad

Goa prawn stew with toasted coconut and coriander

Baked lobster with mixed salad

Shrimp skewers on salad with lime-ginger sauce and sesame

Greek squid salad with cucumber and peppers

served oysters with Parsley Salsa Verde in shell

Ginger soup with shrimp, carrots and pumpkin

Lobster papaya salad with avocado

Chicory and prawn salad with asparagus, grapefruit and poppy vinaigrette

Hummer in wine gelée with frothy vanilla cream

Crab salad tower with apple and curry hip

Clear lobster soup with leeks and tomatoes

Scallops between wonton sheets with spinach, sundried tomatoes and peppers

Mediterranean shrimp pan with chili, tomatoes, capers and arugula

Crayfish tails in carrots and celery and mustard seeds

Shrimp and vegetable salad with mustard dressing

Shrimp salad with melon wedges

Crispy onion with colorful grapes and feta cheese

Crispy Tarte with wasabi, shrimp and leeks

Seafood pizza with fennel and orange

Shrimp rolls with sprouts and ginger

Fried scallops with lemon and ginger

Apple-onion couscous with grilled shrimps

Shrimp and vegetable stew with two tomatoes

Seafood salad with tomatoes and olives

Mushroom potatoes with arugula and lemon Scampi

Lukewarm asparagus salad with shrimp

Auburn fried scallops with fennel and onions

Crab soup with peas and fresh dill

Leipzig style with crabmeat and morels

Grilled squid tubes with herb stuffing

Crab vinaigrette with radishes and cucumber

Steamed mussels with fennel and white wine

Seafood paella with saffron and vegetables

Crab risotto with zucchini

Prawn soup with mushrooms and lemongrass

Potato and avocado salad with shrimps

Lukewarm pasta and cucumber salad with fried prawns

Seafood Skillet with sugar peas

Farfalle with avocado sauce and fried shrimps

Asian fondue with meat, fish, shrimp, vegetables and dips

Mediterranean lobster with black noodles

Lentils and shrimp stew with smoked tofu and chilli

Escarole melon salad with tomato-mint salsa and shrimp

Shrimp pan with mangetout, peas and tomatoes

Potato dish with shrimp and sorrel

Scallop soup Thai style

Risotto with pumpkin and shrimps

Deep-fried squid (calamari fritti)

Hummer with delicate dough sheets

Fried prawns with spicy pumpkin sauce

Scallops with sprouts

Fish and shellfish ragout

Seafood with egg noodles

Shrimp with mashed potatoes

Rice noodles (Orzo) with shrimps, lemon and Parmesan

Spanish paella with seafood

Shrimp on skewers with chili herb dip

Fried rice with vegetables and crabmeat

Fish and seafood gratin en croute

Lemon Shrimp skewers grilled

Crabmeat and shrimp

Soup with mussels

Squid with sheep's cheese from the grill

Scallops grilled with vegetables and mango salad

Shrimp cocktail with avocado

Oysters au gratin

Calamari soup with capers and celery

Shrimp with broccoli

Red prawn curry

Octopus salad with lotus root and celery

Sharp shrimp with white asparagus

Paella Frutti di Mare

Red prawn curry with mangetout

Vegetarian Kitchen - Delicious Healthy And Easy Recipes For More Vitality

Spaghetti with Mushroom Bolognese and fennel

Bean Pasta with rocket

Spaghetti with herb and soy cream and smoked

Spicy mozzarella pasta with sun dried tomatoes, oregano and pine nuts

Lentils and vegetable Bolognese pasta

Arugula penne with cherry tomatoes and garlic

Green Bean Pasta with pesto and pine nuts

Braised Artichokes in citrus-basil-Sud

Baked mushrooms with rosemary and parmesan

Steamed broccoli with sesame, honey and soy sauce

Aubergine Lasagne with spinach and tomatoes

Quinoa with leeks and fennel

Pasta with tomato sauce and smoked

Black bean soup with pepper tofu

Eggplant Casserole with tomatoes, parmesan and mozzarella

Broccoli Tofu wok with peppers and cashew nuts

Pickled cauliflower with lemon grass, ginger and star anise

Pound vegetable relish with mustard

Baked cheese noodles with herbs, onions and mountain cheese

Spicy pea beans-pinto with pine nuts and mint

Gnocchi alla Romana baked with artichokes and tomatoes

Romanesco kohlrabi ragout with curry and coconut sauce

Mushroom pancake with cottage cheese and marjoram

Tofu stew with peppers, potatoes and tomatoes

Breaded eggplant cutlet with vegetables and tofu ragout and chive oil

Potato and sheep's cheese pancakes with stewed peppers

served Fried tofu with cabbage and mushrooms in pancakes

Indian carrot salad with yogurt, mustard seeds and mint

Vegetable tortillas with smoked tofu

Salad of white beans with ham

Mixed salad with vegetables and feta cheese

Onion soup with roasted onions, fennel and tomatoes

Mixed vegetable salad with apple and yoghurt sauce

White asparagus in paper package with carrots and ginger

Indonesian salad with egg rolls, peanuts and coriander

Clear kale soup with chickpeas and tomatoes

Japanese noodle salad with tofu and radish

Buttermilk wholemeal pancakes with cottage cheese and berries

Broccoli and leeks with spicy yogurt dip

Marinated green beans with peanuts

Potato and radish salad with mix of sprouts

Pumpkin stew with green beans

Cream of carrot soup with flaked almonds

Beetroot salad with herb quark

Peppers and savoy cabbage with lemon thyme

Millet and vegetable pan, boiling pan with minted yoghurt sauce

Sharp salsify with radicchio salad

Vegetable Relish on celery with olive

Lukewarm mushroom salad with dandelion

Blackberry and nectarine salad with Quark

Braised cucumber vegetables with Parmesan

Mangold and carrots with mint curd

Marinated tofu with fennel and tomatoes

Pureed parsnips soup with shrimps

Beans and pear salad with sunflower seeds

Roasted pumpkin slices with tomato and lentil vegetable

Mushroom vegetables on chickpea puree with leeks

Stripes mangetout salad with papaya

Baked rosemary potatoes with mushroom vegetables

Stuffed eggplant with tomato sauce

Vegetable rice pudding with chive yogurt

Colorful vegetables gratin with whole grain crumble

Kohlrabi noodle gratin with peas and courgettes

Vegetarian stuffed cabbage with millet, tomatoes and feta cheese

Vegetable stew with pearl barley kassler

Vegetable tart with almonds

Green chickpea soup with scrambled egg crostini

Dumplings on vegetables with chives and pumpkin seeds

Fried cabbage with parsley quark

Breaded feta cheese with lemon cabbage

Savoy lasagna with tomato sauce

Spelt pancakes with tomatoes and courgettes

Chilli polenta soup with feta

Gratinated polenta corners on spinach

Gratinated zucchini with quinoa filling and mango sauce

Quark dumplings on peppers with green pepper

Wholemeal pasta with green sauce and parmesan

Wholemeal spaghetti with pumpkin sauce and daikon cress

Pizza Primavera with broccoli, peas and tomatoes

Asian fried noodles with bean sprouts and egg

Farfalle pasta with cabbage in a creamy Parmesan sauce

Gorgonzola and spinach pasta with pink pepper berries

Fried mung bean sprouts from the wok

Indian vegetable curry with pineapple

Fried tofu and mushrooms in lettuce leaf

Baked potato wedges with vegetables and quark dip

Tofu and vegetable curry with mango and almonds

Tofu and cucumber salad with a sweet-sour Pesto

Gorgonzola pasta with savoy strips

Courgette and tomato gratin with Manchego

Fast Maize cakes with herb cream cheese

Ginger chili carrot with Camembert and Limburger cheese

Carrots and kohlrabi gratin with herb quark

Green Vegetable Pasta with spinach, asparagus and peas

Tofu Cutlets with yoghurt dip

Radish sprouts salad with Limburger cheese

Baked feta parcels with rosemary and tomatoes

Brussels sprouts pasta with parsley pesto

Fettuccine with asparagus puree and feta cheese

Vegetable omelet with tomatoes and peppers

Vegan Kitchen - Delicious Healthy And Easy Recipes For More Vitality

Salads

Salad colorful

Hearty potato salad

Mixed vegetable salad

Creamy cucumber salad

Carrots and kohlrabi salad

Moroccan carrot salad

Zucchini and pumpkin salad with tofu

Pomegranate macadamia nut salad leaves

Soup

Potato soup

Fine pea soup

Carrots cream soup

Fiery chili chowder

Creamy asparagus stew

Pumpkin soup cucurbita

Entrees

Hamburger

Stirred tofu

Spinach pizza

Pizza salamito

Italian pizza

Leek pineapple pizza

Spaghetti aglio olio

Spaghetti carbonara

Spaghetti with radicchio

Spaghetti al pesto

Delicious creamy pasta

Indian inspired curry

Fruity indian rice dish

Chinese coconut curry

Plum dumplings

Hearty goulash

Hearty kale pot

Hearty sauerkraut on mashed potato

Potato gnocchi with sage and rosemary

Seitan in mushroom cream sauce

Pasta bake with cheese crust

Carrot and potato pancakes

Tyrolean herb flake

Doughnuts with vegetables (tofu) filling

Stuffed spinach bags

Pumpkin swirl

Vegans tarte

Vegetable skewers

Vegan lasagna

Apple red cabbage

Basic recipes and accompaniments

Colorful rice

Waffle dough

Heller pizza base dough

Sharp mango chutney

Fast vegetable pan

Vegetable balls

Tofu tzatziki

Bread & Rolls

Sesame wholemeal bread

Pumpkin bread

Ciabatta bread

Sweet buns

Spreads & Snacks

Mushroom spread

Miso butter

Toast Hawaii

Vegan sushi rolls

Dressing, Sauces & Dips

Fruity curry sauce with tofu

Orange dressing

Apple dressing

Creamy mustard dressing

Lopino dip

Pies, Cakes & Muffins

Butter cake

Poppy cuts

Almond and orange cake

Plums baked cakes

Chocolate cherry cake

Mocha Nut Cake

Phenomenal Easter cake

Carrots Spelt Muffins

Blueberry and coconut muffins

Banana Muffins

Desserts & Sweet Goodies

Chocolate mousse

Red fruit jelly

Orange dream - vanilla pudding with orange segments

Coconut macaroons with dark chocolate

Chocolate coconut confection "Bounty"

Choco

Buckwheat pancakes

Vanilla Cream Swirls

Tofu Poppy Swirl

Vanilla cream slices

Vanilla biscuits

Chestnuts heart

Truffle

Drinks & ice

Coco Kiss

Vitamin drink

Holler syrup

Fire cocoa

Ginger Spice Tea

Iced coffee

Hot love

Banana Split

Banana and coconut ice

Chocolate and orange ice

Fruity Mango ice

 

What is refreshing and healthy vitamin water?

Flavored Infused Water - Refreshing Aroma Water With Fruits And Herbs

 

Vitamin water is an optimal alternative to provide our body with sufficient fluids and important nutrients. Particularly on hot days, you should take care to drink water or herbal teas. However, taking still water, at least in terms of taste, is not particularly convincing.

Tap water tastes bland and boring, not for nothing has the demand for refreshing vitamin water increased. Traditional products are usually a mixture of water and caloric beverages enriched with natural flavours and vitamins. Aroma water is available in different flavours. However, the important question is whether these soft drinks with artificial additives are really healthy when it comes to finished products.

Vitamin water can also be made very easily and without much effort. There are now countless recipe ideas for all possible needs, not only as a soft drink, but also special preparations of vitamin water that support weight loss and detoxification from the organism, or of course as an ideal supplement after exercise.

Depending on the preparation, vitamin water supplies new energy and also helps us to compensate for a lack of nutrients with this drink. In the following chapters we will therefore show you the best recipe ideas for your own vitamin water.

 

 

What is refreshing and healthy vitamin water?

 

The idea to produce a special vitamin water comes from America. Founded in New York in 1996, Glaceau was the first manufacturer of so-called smart water. Years later, energy drinks and vitamin water from the same manufacturer came onto the market. The company was then acquired by Coca-Cola in 2007. In Germany, Glaceau beverages have been available since 2012, but were discontinued at the end of last year because sales did not meet expectations. In the USA, however, these vitamin waters are still in high demand. Among the best-known products are the lemonade flavour Multi-V, the dragon fruit flavour Power-C, the citrus flavour known under the name Ignite, and of course the essential vitamin water with orange flavour. Every single combination allegedly offers a special effect due to the vitamins and nutrients it contains.

The actual idea for vitamin water came from J. Darius Bikoff, the founder of Glaceau and a well-known triathlete. Due to a cold he enriched his drinking water with vitamin C and zinc in order to recover more quickly. Today this drink is available under the name Defense, it is vitamin water with apple and raspberry flavour. Not all soft drinks are really low in calories. Some of them have stevia added as an alternative sugar, but normal household sugar may also be included in the vitamin water products on sale.

Vitamin water has long been a favourite drink among professional athletes, but it is also frequently used in mountaineering, among other things. Depending on the variety and brand, vitamin C, vitamins B, vitamin E, calcium and magnesium are added to the water. However, biotin, sodium and pantothenic acid can also be contained in the vitamin waters. These are functional drinks, which are basically based on table water, but contain vitamins, minerals, electrolytes and fruit and colour aromas. Electrolytes are also very important for our organism, as they protect us from heat damage, which can threaten our lives together with a lack of fluids. The most important biological electrolytes include calcium, chloride, hydrogen carbonate, potassium, magnesium, sodium and phosphate.

Electrolytes play an important role in our body, as they are mainly responsible for the spread of nerve excitation. They are also known as minerals or ions and are contained in our organism only in limited quantities. These substances decompose into positively and negatively charged ions and are therefore also able to conduct electricity in an aqueous solution. As they have a direct influence on the tension of the cell membranes, they are also responsible for the various processes of contraction in our muscles. A lack of minerals can therefore be expressed through painful muscle cramps. The most important ions in our organism are bound in water by our body. If we sweat a lot, we lose a lot of electrolytes. This is also the reason why we have to drink a lot, especially on hot days, otherwise the electrolyte level can fall dangerously. This leads to dehydration, which is associated with dizziness, nausea, dizziness and heart rhythm disorders.

Especially competitive athletes have to pay particular attention to their electrolyte levels, as they are naturally exposed to extreme loads and therefore also have a much higher demand for fluids. They are therefore dependent on a liquid absorption with electrolytes, which is why they prefer isotonic drinks in sports.

 

 

Effectiveness of electrolytes on the organism

 

Electrolytes or minerals are not only lost in competitive sports. Also frequent vomiting, diarrhoea or excessive sweating can lead to a deficiency. Since our body is unable to produce calcium, chlorine, potassium, magnesium and sodium on its own, it is dependent on food intake. In principle, our organism can regulate the correct and necessary composition of minerals through hormones, because, for example, if the electrolyte content is too high, then it is also excreted more strongly. Electrolytes can accumulate, especially if kidney function is impaired. They are then no longer sufficiently excreted from our body. Taking medication can also significantly affect the mineral balance and disrupt the electrolyte level. Malnutrition, an increased alcohol consumption, as well as a disturbed function of the endocrine glands also lead to a lack of electrolytes.

An electrolyte fault occurs when the measured value deviates significantly from the standard level of the electrolytes. If this is the case over a longer period of time, it may lead to hyperacidity, an impaired nervous system and in the worst case to death due to the failure of the organs. Severe electrolyte disorders are usually the case with sodium, calcium or potassium and are treated as medical emergencies.

A slight disorder, such as hyperacidity, can usually be easily compensated for by consuming water or vitamin water. If the lack of water or dehydration is already too advanced and can no longer be compensated

by drinking, then an infusion containing electrolytes is indispensable. Even a water shortage of only two percent in our body can cause symptoms such as dry mouth, headaches, little urine, low blood pressure and dizziness. Other symptoms are impaired vision, aggression, mental confusion and fainting. If the lack of water is not remedied, the tongue swells strongly and delirium occurs. However, those who ensure optimal fluid intake throughout the day usually have no problems with this. If you do not necessarily want to drink vitamin water, you should look for vegetables and fruit containing pectin as well as foods rich in dietary fibres. They are able to bind water and then release it slowly through the intestines.

Electrolytes control our water balance in the organism, which is important for the bile, as well as for the stomach and intestinal fluid, the synovial fluid and also for the brain water. They are of great importance for almost all physical processes, as they are located inside and outside the body cells. By the way, our nervous system relies on electrolytes to pass on information and impulses. Through a balanced diet, sufficient minerals can be absorbed. They are found in fresh fruit and vegetables as well as wholemeal products. However, it is essential to prepare them gently, otherwise the valuable ingredients will be lost if vegetables are boiled too long, for example, or washed too long under the tap. By the way, desserts and white flour products contain virtually no minerals, which is why consumption of these foods should be limited. Vitamin water is therefore highly recommended, as it provides our organism with valuable nutrients and can therefore really prevent many diseases.

 

 

Why is water so important for the metabolism?

 

Water is, as is generally known, the source of life, and our body is NO exception. However, most people do not worry about their own drinking habits at all and only drink if they notice a pronounced feeling of thirst. For our organism, however, drinking is almost more important than eating. A human being can survive several weeks without food, but only a few days without fluid intake, since almost two thirds of our body consists of this vital element. Water is the means of transport for blood, sweat and also for urine. Also, it is a necessary solvent for most pulps. The body temperature is regulated by the water contained, by sweating and sweat. In order to maintain the liquid level, the constant losses must be regularly compensated by an optimal liquid supply, since we also excrete large quantities of it daily, without paying much attention to it. Part of our needs is covered by food, but it is far from enough on its own. It is not for nothing that the recommended amount of liquid is at least two litres of water a day. By the way, we only feel thirsty when there is already a fluid deficit!

A water loss of only two percent, of our body weight, can contribute to the fact that the efficiency is strongly impaired by it. We get thirsty when half a percent is already missing. Although our organism is able to compensate for a slight lack of water, this is very dangerous for our health in the long run. It leads to dry skin and dried out mucous membranes, which makes us much more susceptible to bacteria and viruses. A lack of fluids also leads to constipation, urinary infections and kidney problems. If we drink far too little, our body is also less supplied with blood, which can lead to a loss of brain performance and to concentration disorders. Lack of fluid in our body is not only expressed by thirst, but also by loss of appetite, dry mouth, headaches and nausea. Our organism sounds a clear alarm if it is not sufficiently supplied.

The water requirement is higher during heavy sweating, physical exertion, diarrhoea or vomiting, fever and also during a diet. However, older people in particular drink very little, as the feeling of thirst decreases significantly with age. In many cases, however, they simply forget to drink or are afraid of having to go to the toilet more often at night. The German Nutrition Society therefore recommends a dosage of 2.25 litres for older adults in particular, one third of which should be part of solid food. So dairy products, salads and also fruit. The other two thirds should be made up of suitable drinks, such as vitamin water or stomach-friendly teas.

The recommended amount must be distributed evenly throughout the day. Of course, not only in older adults, but of course in every age group. It is advisable to have a drink close to your eyes at work or at home so that you are really reminded of drinking. It should also be clear to everyone that a suitable drink belongs to every meal, as this makes the food easier to digest and our body also receives important additional fluids.

Our metabolism has to supply all body cells so that we really feel comfortable and so that toxins can be broken down and excreted. However, he can only work well if we provide him with the appropriate conditions for this. Metabolism is the process of processing everything we consume correctly and appropriately. The food is therefore first crushed by our metabolism and then sorted out according to its usability. The nutrients contained are distributed as required and transported to the cells. All substances that are not useful for our body must be excreted as quickly as possible in order to guarantee a good state of health. Our metabolism keeps our body functions going, supplies us with heat or energy and is involved in necessary regeneration processes. Also, the metabolism is with the main culprit whether we lose weight, gain weight or grow. A clumsy metabolism, for example, is the reason why some people gain weight very quickly and simply cannot lose weight with many diets or with exercise. A fast metabolism, on the other hand, is usually the case for particularly slim people who would like to put on a little more weight.

A disturbed metabolism can not only cause overweight and underweight, but also depression, rheumatism, diabetes mellitus, impaired thyroid functions and growth hormone deficiency. It is therefore very important to get the metabolism back under control in a natural way. This is possible through a change in diet, in which the metabolism is well supplied by proteins, fats and carbohydrates, as well as through physical activities and a lifestyle that is as stress-free as possible. But water is also ideal for stimulating the metabolism.

It is assumed that an adult loses more than two litres of water a day. This happens mainly through urine, through the skin and also through breathing. This large amount of liquid is an average value, which is why the recommended intake of liquid also corresponds to this value. In principle, every person must drink as much as he needs personally, since not every body or metabolism is comparable to another. Stress and sleep deprivation, as well as the absorption of toxic pollutants such as nicotine or alcohol, also require more fluids. Even with a high body weight it is clear that this organism is dependent on much more water than an underweight person.

It is recommended to drink a large glass of water before eating. This increases the energy turnover over a longer period of time. Additional calories can also be burned. If you can drink more than two litres of water a day without any problems, you can even lose weight "unintentionally". You should also be aware that you can support these effects with vitamin water from fruit and herbs, which is why we will explain the recipes in more detail in the following chapters.

Only with water is our organism able to excrete the absorbed pollutants every day. These are absorbed by environmental and home toxins, as well as, of course, by nutrition. The more harmful substances we absorb, the higher our water requirements. Unfavourable drinks for our metabolism are for example alcohol, coffee and black tea, soft drinks, sugary drinks, fruit concentrates or purchased fruit juices. Most fruit juices contain not only a lot of fructose, but also additional sugar. Fructose, by the way, is transformed much faster by our organism into fat than the normal household sugar. It also increases uric acid levels and the risk of diabetes. The typical lemonade and cola drinks also contain a lot of sugar and can cause serious health problems. If our metabolism is stimulated, then the storage of waste products and toxins is avoided. Slags, by the way, are the acids and toxins deposited in our body. They need to be neutralized so they don't burn our organs. Gout, for example, is the result of the deposition and slaging of uric acid. Slags are salts formed by our bodies, which are easily excreted through the kidneys, skin, lungs and intestines if they are in good health. If this is not the case, the diseases mentioned above occur.

Slags must therefore be removed from our bodies if we do not want to become ill. But they can also contribute to acidosis and thus to weakness of the connective tissue. In many women, the weakness of the connective tissue can be seen with pronounced dents on the buttocks and legs. If the connective tissue is not relieved, then understandably more and more slag accumulates over the years and the cellulite becomes much more intensive together with varicose veins. It is therefore also advisable in this respect to remove the metabolic waste products from our body in order to relieve our connective tissue, so that the skin is no longer as limp and wrinkled. Vitamin water is therefore not only ideal for detoxification, but also for our skin problems. The best thing to do is to get yourself a nice glass decanter, practical drinking bottles for the road, and a closable jug or jar so that you can prepare your aroma water with fruits and herbs yourself.

If you are not yet used to drinking large quantities of water, then simply place a striking 1.5 litre bottle in your immediate sight and try to empty it until you go to bed. After just a few days you will be able to see how this not only improves your general well-being, but also your skin. However, it is advisable to get used to it slowly so as not to overstrain the kidneys unnecessarily. If you can then drink the 1.5 litre bottle without any problems, then you are welcome to increase your daily dose a little more.

 

 

Aroma water with fruits - Drink yourself healthy...this is how it works!

 

When you look at the studies of most finished products, of water with taste, you usually lose the desire to drink water, because most products are full of artificial additives. Drinking can even become an addiction with the homemade aroma water, if you simply try out different recipes according to your mood. It tastes best if it remains in a lockable jug in the fridge for a few hours, so that the fruit aroma becomes even more intense.

Each glass of homemade aroma water becomes a new experience, as there are hundreds of recipes to try out, which ensure an excellent supply of liquid in any case. Water with taste has almost no calories and is also very inexpensive. In any case, you should use untreated ingredients in organic quality for the preparation. Suitable water is either fresh tap water or mineral water. Aroma water is quickly prepared and served in a nice carafe, also a really great eye-catcher, which will surely delight even typical drinking mufflers.

 

Delicious vitamin water can be made from the following types of fruit:

- Pineapple

- Apples

- Berries

- Pomegranates

- Grapefruit

- Cherries

- Kiwi

- Mango

- Melons

- Oranges

- Bunches

- Lemons

Aroma water can be prepared from all types of fruit. You should simply try out the possible combinations according to your own taste or simply according to the optical effect.

 

Pineapple and lemon

Pineapple naturally gives every water a good taste. Combined with lemon, it also has an anti-inflammatory and refreshing effect.

Apple and Cinnamon

These two ingredients are anti-inflammatory agents that also have a beneficial effect on the metabolism. A stick of cinnamon and some thinly sliced apple slices with skin are sufficient.

Blackberries and Blueberries

Fill a liter of water with half a cup of blackberries and half a cup of blueberries in a matching jar. This drink should remain closed in the fridge for at least one hour.

Strawberries with basil

Half a cup of strawberries with a few leaves of freshly chopped basil is really delicious and refreshing and served with ice cubes, just the right drink for particularly hot summer days.

Strawberries with cinnamon

A stick of cinnamon with a handful of strawberries is not only a great eye-catcher, but also ideal for boosting your metabolism. You can also put the strawberries with the green leaves directly into a glass or into the water carafe.

Grapefruit and apple

Some slices of grapefruit and apple slices are sufficient for the vitamin water. Both fruit varieties are very good antioxidants and also contain many valuable vitamins.

Cherries

Whether sour cherries, acerola cherries or sweet cherries - all cherry varieties are very well suited for the production of aroma water. Put a handful of cherries in the jar and chill.

Kiwi

Kiwi water is also a great eye-catcher. The kiwi is simply cut into thin slices with the skin. It can also be combined with cranberries or mint.

Mango with Ginger

100 grams of mango are already sufficient for one liter of vitamin water. The ginger is ideal against nausea and also has an analgesic effect, apart from the exotic taste of this mixture completely.

Melons

Five large melon pieces are usually sufficient for a preserving jar. It can also be a mixture of different varieties, i.e. honeydew melon and watermelon, so that the taste becomes even more fruity.

Oranges with blueberries

Orange water with a handful of blueberries also provides sufficient vitamins. A small orange is sufficient for one litre of water.

Oranges with cranberries

This vitamin water from fruits is a vitamin-rich antioxidant. For a jar, half a cup of berries and half an orange are sufficient.

Oranges with lemons

Cut half an orange and a small lemon into thin slices and place in a preserving jar with water and leave to cool for at least one hour. This recipe provides us with many important vitamins.

Grape water

Whether light or dark grapes - they are also excellent for producing refreshing vitamin water. Just put a handful of grapes in the preserving jar and chill.

Watermelon with rosemary

150 grams of watermelon, or, depending on taste, a little more of course, are sufficient for the production of one litre of vitamin water. With a sprig of rosemary to it the fat burning is cranked up and our moisture storage is filled up excellent again.

Lemon water with mint

A lemon, sliced, with five or six fresh mint leaves has a really refreshing effect and also promotes digestion.

 

What are the characteristics of these fruits?

The pineapple is ideal for the aroma water because it contains numerous vital substances. This tropical fruit already meets our vitamin C requirements with a portion. But it also contains important minerals and trace elements. These include calcium, iron, potassium, copper and manganese. The protein-splitting enzyme bromelain is responsible for the digestive effect. According to numerous studies, natural digestive enzymes contribute to an improvement of numerous diseases, such as cancer and stomach and intestinal problems. Bromelain has a great anti-inflammatory effect. Pineapple is a popular remedy for scurvy, bladder and kidney problems, venous diseases and sore throats in many indigenous peoples. In some indigenous peoples this fruit was also successfully used for the treatment of parasites, gonorrhea and scarlet fever. Pineapple has long been known for its excellent suitability for detoxification, as fresh juice or vitamin water with pineapple helps to wash away the existing slag from the organism. Depending on the variety, this fruit can contain up to 15 percent fructose and around 8 percent citric acid. If you have a sensitive stomach or liver problems, you should choose ripe pineapple because it contains less acid.

Apples have also long been known for their healing properties. This fruit contains many antioxidants which, like pineapple, have an anti-inflammatory effect. Vitamin water with apple slices is therefore also interesting for people who are not necessarily enthusiastic about this fruit. Apples are ideal for cleansing the liver and intestines, they have a positive effect on our brain when losing weight, and also have a preventive effect with regard to cancer. The secondary plant substances contained in apples play an important role in our health - they are also known as phytamins. By the way, this fruit also strengthens lung function due to its high flavonoid content, which makes it ideal as a supplement for respiratory problems. With apples you can produce tasty and really very healthy vitamin water. It is very advisable to use the shell as well, as it contains the most important ingredients. When shopping, you should not only look at the shiny skin, as matt apples are usually not only fresher, but also much more tasty.

Berries are known to be optimal for losing weight because they contain only a few calories compared to other fruits. Berries include blackberries, strawberries, goji berries, currants, blueberries, cranberries and gooseberries. They are really extraordinary for our health, as they also help us to stay young much longer. They have a strong antioxidant effect, strengthen our immune system and prevent infections. Berries contain a lot of vitamin C, iron, folic acid, potassium, calcium and magnesium. They are ideal for skin problems and help to keep our blood and organs clean. Berries are also good natural laxatives. They are also known for their antibacterial effect. Apart from that, the different types of berries also have other positive characteristics. Blueberries, for example, are recommended to support brain functions. Raspberries contain many important vitamins B and help with menstrual problems. Goji berries increase energy and help with prostate problems. So berries are really good and colourful vitamin bombs, which, as homemade aroma water, become more than just a great visual eye-catcher, because they also taste really tasty.

Pomegranates contain many vitamins and valuable minerals. They are also among the best-known medicinal fruits. They have a positive effect in the treatment of liver weakness, arteriosclerosis and cardiovascular problems. Pomegranates should also be a good remedy for brain performance. The bioactive ingredients, flavonoids and polyphenols, are very important for our body. They inhibit inflammation and help against oxidative stress. Pomegranates are very versatile. The fruity-sour aroma of juice or seeds can often be found in salads or sauces. For the vitamin water it is advisable to divide the pomegranate over a bowl in the middle and then dissolve the seeds with a spoon. It is advisable to put on a kitchen apron, as the stains from the juice are difficult to remove from your clothes. It is not absolutely necessary to peel the pomegranate for the aroma water, although of course you can also make a tea with the skin. The peel is boiled only briefly. Otherwise the halved fruit can be put into a suitable preserving jar with the skin and also with the seeds.

The grapefruit is a citrus fruit with a slightly bitter taste. It is ideal for a refreshing vitamin water with almost no calories and a lot of vitamin C. But also vitamin A, vitamin B, potassium, calcium and magnesium are available in larger quantities. The bitter substances contained in this fruit are able to stimulate digestion and fat burning and reduce cholesterol. The grapefruit has an antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory effect. It is also very beneficial for the skin, as this fruit can also be applied externally. Otherwise, its taste makes it ideal for homemade aroma water. If necessary, you can of course add some stevia if the vitamin water is too sour. However, grapefruit, consumed as fruit or juice, can also enhance the effect of some medications such as special heart medicines, painkillers or even antibiotics. Those who depend on regular medication should therefore only consume this fruit as vitamin water in order to exclude possible interactions.

Cherries are not only delicious, they are also very healthy. This fruit contains numerous vitamins, minerals and trace elements, including magnesium, zinc and folic acid. They protect us from oxidative stress, reduce inflammation and also the formation of blood clots, which is why frequent consumption of cherries can reduce the risk of heart attacks. Gout attacks and the risk of cancer can also be reduced by cherries. Cherries can also help us sleep better, as melatonin is contained in this fruit. This is a sleep-inducing hormone. Unfortunately, however, they are also perishable. The vitamin water with cherries should therefore not be kept in the refrigerator for longer than 48 hours. It is recommended to remove the stems and seeds so that they can develop their full effect in the water. A handful of cherries as aroma water, offer a fruity taste that can be varied with mint, cinnamon or other fruits. Cherries with mango, green grapes, oranges or also with kiwi, as vitamin water, taste delicious and are a very good incentive to drink a little more liquid, even for those who do not like drinking.

Kiwi contains mainly antioxidants and vitamin C, much more than lemons or oranges contain. The taste of this exotic fruit is comparable to strawberries with banana and pineapple. Otherwise the nutrient density of the kiwi is much higher than that of other fruit varieties. It contains vitamin B, vitamin E, vitamin K, beta carotene and potassium. But also important dietary fibres, acids and minerals are contained in this small fruit. Kiwis are inexpensive, tasty and above all have an advantageous effect for many diseases. They promote digestion, dilate the blood vessels, regulate high blood pressure and strengthen our immune system. Kiwis also protect us from oxidative stress and can therefore contribute to a longer and healthier life. It is therefore advisable to consider kiwis for vitamin water simply because of their numerous positive effects. They can be combined very well with lemons, strawberries, pineapple and also with mangos or papayas.

Mango is one of the most popular tropical fruits. The juicy-sweet flesh is now increasingly used in our food preparation. Although it contains relatively much sugar compared to other fruit varieties, it is very healthy. It contains mainly vitamin C, vitamins B, vitamin E as well as beta-carotene and folic acid. Mangos have a draining and laxative effect because they are very easily digestible. They stimulate our metabolism, strengthen our immune system, are positive for our eyes, regulate blood pressure, contribute to better wound healing and also ensure our mental fitness. This delicious fruit also has an excellent effect on the skin, as it protects against aging. You can therefore use your mango pieces used for the vitamin water as external skin care before disposal. When you buy a mango, make sure it is ripe. If black spots are visible on the skin, the fruit is already completely ripe and should therefore be eaten within 48 hours, otherwise it will begin to ferment. In addition, you can also base your selection on the sweet smell. If you want to buy mangoes in stock, please DO NOT keep them in the fridge. At least not if they are not yet properly ripe, as otherwise the taste is negatively affected by the cold.

Melons contain a lot of water and are excellent for the production of aroma water, as their taste is usually sweet and juicy. They also contribute very well to a better state of health, whether they are sugar melons, honeydew melons or watermelons. They are diuretic and laxative, strengthen our immune system and regulate high blood pressure. Melons are also able to neutralize acids. Since they have very few calories, they are also highly recommended for diets. Otherwise this fruit is also suitable against dehydration and headaches, arthritis, gout and rheumatism, as well as against obesity. Watermelons are also excellent for deacidifying and detoxifying our organism. It is clear that you can also lose a lot of weight. You can also mix watermelons for the vitamin water with some slices of cucumber, for example, to enhance the effect for a desired detoxification. However, we will discuss special detox recipes in more detail later.

Oranges are popular sources of vitamin C, although we have also mentioned other interesting alternatives in this respect. What is certain is that this citrus fruit has much more to offer than just vitamin C. Oranges also contain vitamins A and B, iron, magnesium, phosphorus and potassium. Due to its excellent nutritional values, this fruit is ideal for strengthening the immune system and preventing health problems. The antioxidants contained in this type of fruit reduce and combat oxidative stress so that cell ageing can be reduced by regular consumption. The juice and also the pulp help to cleanse our blood and excrete kidney stones. Skin rashes can also be treated with oranges. Freshly squeezed juice is also an optimal means to strengthen the respiratory tract and to excrete the mucus better and more easily. With regard to the vitamin water, the oranges can also be mixed with lemons, or some cinnamon and fresh ginger can be added. By the way, the skin contains more vitamins than the pulp. You can also use the orange peel for your aroma water.

Grapes bring colour into play and have a really delicious taste. Grapes are excellent for our health because they contain many important nutrients. Red grapes, for example, contain many antioxidants, they have an antibacterial effect and purify our blood. Since the red grapes also contain folic acid, cell division can be stimulated during pregnancy. This is also the reason why many gynaecologists recommend consuming this fruit, at least in the first months of pregnancy. Otherwise, grapes stimulate digestion, have a preventive effect against Alzheimer's disease, prostate and cancer and improve the transport of oxygen in the blood. White grapes contain much less sugar than the red variety, which is why the taste is also somewhat bitter. For your vitamin water it is recommended to pay attention to organic quality. It is also advisable to wash the fruit thoroughly with warm water before further use in order to rinse off undesirable pollutants. Grapes can be combined very well with all other fruit varieties for the aroma water. By the way, it is not absolutely necessary to remove the cores for the preparation of your drinking water.

Lemons are known for their antibacterial effect and have been a very popular all-purpose product for many years, which is why they are also used in many households for cleaning purposes. They contain a lot of vitamin C, but also B vitamins, iron, magnesium, calcium and potassium. Lemons have a base-forming effect and are therefore recommended in order to balance the pH value again, which is indispensable in the case of acidosis. But the blood-cleansing and antipyretic effect of this fruit is no secret either. Lemons also strengthen the immune system, the antioxidants they contain fight existing free radicals and can therefore also counteract premature aging. Lemons help with constipation and flatulence, cough and sore throat, heartburn, nausea and also parasites. Long-term use also ensures radiant skin and shiny hair. The metabolism and fat burning are optimally stimulated by this fruit. Lemon water with fresh ginger and a few mint leaves is a good recipe for losing weight or thirst at high temperatures. You should also make your vitamin water from lemons, as it cleans the kidneys perfectly and can also protect the joints. In addition, this aroma water also has a very good detoxifying effect, so that you can excrete pollutants in your body much better through the urine.

 

In principle you can use all fruits (except bananas!) for the preparation of your healthy vitamin water and let your imagination run wild. You will be amazed how beneficial your body will react to this new form of hydration, as it is not only supplied with sufficient fluids, but also with high-quality vitamins and minerals.

 

 

Aroma water with herbs - Drink yourself healthy...this is how it works!

 

In the last chapter we have given you some recipes for your vitamin water with fruits. But also herbs can contribute a lot to a better state of health and emphasize the taste. There are many herbs with which you can also produce pure herbal water. Let yourself be surprised by the following explanations and flavours!

Herbs have many healing substances. For the preparation of the flavoured water, it is advisable to get the herbs fresh and to crush them lightly with a mortar before use.

 

Delicious flavoured water can be made from the following herbs:

- Basil

- Dill

- Fennel

- Lavender

- Balm

- Mint

- Rosemary

- Sage

- Thyme

 

Basil with cucumber and pineapple

Add five basil leaves, a cup of pineapple and half a cucumber and refrigerate for several hours. You can also leave out the pineapple and try this recipe with strawberries, or use lemons instead of cucumber.

Dill with cucumber

Dill tastes fantastic with cucumbers and both ingredients for the vitamin water have an extremely refreshing effect, making this recipe ideal for

particularly hot summer days. Leave half a cucumber with some dill in a jar overnight.

Fennel with apple

Put a thin slice of apple with a few twigs of fennel in the preserving jar. If you like the taste, you can also cut off some extra pieces of the tuber and put them into your water. Otherwise you can try the fennel with ginger and cinnamon.

Lavender with strawberries

For the preparation of your vitamin water you need half a cup of strawberries and some lavender, which should however be worked briefly in the mortar before, so that the aroma can develop better.

Melissa with peach

The fresh lemon balm leaves are put on together with the cut peach (without seed) and put in the fridge overnight if possible. Melissa can also be combined with other fruits or spices, such as pineapple, kiwi or ginger.

Mint with pear and grapefruit

Five to ten mint leaves with a few slices of grapefruit (with skin) and a few pieces of pear is an excellent remedy for a hangover, and also to get back into shape. Mint, by the way, is suitable for almost all fruits, or also in combination with other herbs, because it provides a particularly refreshing taste.

Rosemary with strawberries

Two large branches of rosemary are advisable for this recipe, which are prepared together with a cup of berries as infused water or vitamin water. Rosemary is also ideal with watermelon, cherries or pomegranates.

Sage with watermelon

1/3 watermelon with fresh sage, the number of leaves depends on the desired flavour. Sage is also very suitable for berries, as well as combined with mint.

Thyme with melissa and cucumber

Arrange half a cut cucumber with a few leaves of lemon balm and a stalk of thyme as aroma water and leave to stand for several hours. Thyme water can also be prepared with fresh ginger and lemon.

 

With these delicious and simple recipes for refreshing flavoured water, you're sure to want to drink a really big glass of your homemade preparations, don't you? Not only the recipe ideas are important, but of course also the ingredients and possible effects of the selected herbs for our drinks, which is why we describe these ingredients in more detail. In this case, you can also orientate yourself not only on the desired flavour, but also on the respective advantages of the most popular culinary herbs.

Basil is one of the most popular herbs in food preparation. This spice is particularly popular in Italian cuisine. Originally, basil was a well-known medicinal plant because it contains healing substances. Basil is prescribed in folk medicine for inflammation and digestive problems, migraine, menopausal complaints, skin diseases, sleep disorders and also for the treatment of joint pain. However, in cases of illness you are not automatically healed by some dried leaves on the pizza or in the tomato sauce. But in infusions with fresh basil you can certainly benefit from the valuable ingredients. These include vitamin C, vitamin K, beta-carotene, iron, calcium, copper and manganese. For the infusions, basil can also be prepared with paprika to make a spicy version of vitamin water.

Dill is known to most people only as a popular spice for salads and fish dishes. This option is also a particularly healthy ingredient for our vitamin water from herbs. Dill has a fine, tart taste, which also goes very well with parsley. For the preparation of flavoured water you should take the fine leaves and also the delicate dill tips. This culinary herb contains large amounts of vitamin A and vitamin C, but iron, calcium, manganese and folic acid also offer us numerous health benefits. Dill is good for digestion, helps against existing gases, protects our bones and is also effective against diabetes. By the way, dill is also a good home remedy against hiccups, as it not only reduces gas formation, but also has a calming effect in case of nervous disorders. Otherwise you can combine dill with other herbs and fruits, such as lemon or grapefruit.

Fennel has a very special aroma, which is why it offers many more advantages than just tea, cough or digestive problems. It can be used in many ways in food preparation and is also frequently used in naturopathy. Its healing properties are due to the essential oils it contains, which strengthen the stomach, stimulate blood circulation and are also anti-inflammatory. However, fennel loses its excellent healing properties when cooked, as the essential oils evaporate. Fennel contains many vital substances that can certainly cover our daily needs. Even if you may not be a fan of these tasty vegetables, you should pay attention to your nutritional needs. With the exception of vitamin B12, fennel contains all the vitamins of the B group, from which your muscles, heart and nerves can benefit. Otherwise it convinces with beta-carotene, calcium and potassium as well as vitamins C and E. Fennel therefore offers excellent protection against numerous diseases.

Lavender not only looks beautiful on the windowsill and in the garden, it also has very good healing properties. By the way, you can also use the flowers for your vitamin water, because they provide a very special eye-catcher in the glass carafe. In the kitchen it is used to season meat dishes, in soups and in many cheeses, such as raclette cheese or goat cheese. Lavender, consumed as tea, is a healthy alternative to conventional tranquilizers and can also bring even totally exaggerated children back to rest. In vitamin water it has a cleansing and refreshing effect that can even sharpen the senses. The leaves have an intense, aromatic taste. However, it is advisable to use it sparingly for now. Lavender has been used for years to treat liver and lung diseases, cramps, aching limbs, dental problems and also heart and digestive problems. Lavender also goes very well with berries, peaches and mangos.

Melissa is mainly used in German-speaking countries for the preparation of exotic dishes. This herb is more known to us as a medicinal herb in tea blends. The leaves are used for medicinal purposes. They have a lemon-like and very intense smell, which is why they are also known as lemon balm. In combination with lemons, oranges or of course with other fruits and herbs, this plant is a popular ingredient for infused water or detox recipes. Lemon balm is ideal for relieving stress, cramped stomach and intestinal complaints, for a better sleep as well as against flatulence. Also, melissa has an antiviral effect. In case of frequent stomach and intestinal problems, you can also prepare lemon balm with fennel and aniseed as aroma water to benefit even better from the ingredients.

Mint is one of the most popular ingredients for all kinds of herbal water, as this aromatic plant has an excellent refreshing effect. It is not included in toothpastes and chewing gum for nothing. In the kitchen it is used for smoothies, desserts, sauces and salads. Mint leaves should be used fresh for the aroma water. Although this popular herb has a very intense delicious taste, you should not exaggerate the dosage, as a strong menthol concentration can attack the gastric mucosa. Five to ten mint leaves are therefore quite sufficient for one litre of water. It can actually be combined very well with everything. So not only with fruit, but also with other herbs and spices. Especially refreshing is mint with citrus fruits or berries. But the flavoured water also tastes very good with melissa or ginger. Mint is ideal for headaches, colds and inflammation of the oral mucosa, exhaustion, itching and respiratory diseases.

Rosemary is an important ingredient in Mediterranean cuisine, but the official pharmacopoeia also lists this spice as the medicinal plant of 2011. Rosemary also contains essential oil with an excellent effect. It has been known as an antiseptic since ancient times, as well as for better brain performance. Above all, the carnosolic acid contained is said to have a positive effect on Alzheimer's and dementia, as it effectively fights free radicals and toxins. But of course the intensive aroma also contributes to the fact that rosemary is now being used more and more frequently in aroma waters. Depending on its intensity, this plant is good against nausea, nervousness, exhaustion, digestive problems and also against bladder and kidney diseases. By the way, you can still use the rosemary branches for full ribbons after use in vitamin water, as it is a natural and gentle cleanser that can also relieve pain. So rosemary can be used in many ways. During pregnancy, however, you should refrain from consuming this medicinal plant!

Sage as a kitchen spice is not very widespread in German-speaking countries. It is indispensable in Mediterranean cuisine, as it is used for the preparation of salt, for sauces and also for the vegetable filling of ravioli. Pasta, for example, is served with sage leaves steamed in butter, resulting in a particularly spicy and delicious taste. If you buy sage fresh for your aroma water, pay attention to the leaves, as young leaves have a milder taste. Sage is also a popular medicinal herb with great effect for numerous ailments. It helps with respiratory diseases, as its essential oils have an antimicrobial effect. Sage is also used for excessive sweat production. Sage gives your aroma water a unique taste. You can combine this plant with lemons or limes, with berries or with anise and cloves.

Thyme is often used in food preparation. It is ideal for seasoning casseroles, salads, sauces, soups and also meat dishes. However, this spice is also a very popular and above all versatile medicinal herb with which you can emphasize the effect of your vitamin water much better. Thyme has already been recommended by Hippocrates against respiratory diseases. The essential oils contained have an antibiotic, antibacterial and mucolytic effect. It is therefore a natural antibiotic that can also relieve cramps. By the way, thyme is also a good natural remedy after an extended drinking session, as it can also help against the typical complaints of a hangover. This, too, is of course a convincing reason to enrich the vitamin water with thyme. Infusions of this popular medicinal herb are said to keep you mentally fit and can also lower your blood pressure, depending on the dosage. You can combine thyme for your flavoured water with cucumbers, strawberries, pineapple or of course with other herbs.

 

Of course, you can also use other herbs for your vitamin water, such as parsley, lemon grass, nettle or dandelion, as well as flowers. Daisies and sunflowers in drinking water look extremely good and contribute to rare vital substances for our organism. By the cold preparation of our aroma water also the important vitamins, minerals and trace elements remain contained. The herbal preparations should be consumed within 24 hours, as this not only changes the taste, but can also have a negative effect on our health after this period. For a summer party, or to attract even more attention with your aroma water, you can also prepare small meadow flowers, clovers and herbs as ice cubes. Only one leaf or flower per cube is placed on the water and after a few hours you will have a very colourful and above all original effect in your water glass or in the carafe. You will be enthusiastic about the healthy ideas you can come up with.

Edible flowers are not only daisies, but also violets, camomile, yarrow, roses, mallows and evening primroses. However, you should keep away from oleander flowers, golden rain and aquilegia flowers, as these flowers are poisonous! The monkshood, thimble, yew berries and daphne, whose berries are very similar to currants, are also poisonous. The deadly nightshades are also extremely dangerous. For meadow plants you should therefore only rely on reliable and really healthy alternatives for your aromatic drink.

If you want to enrich your herbal water with flowers, you can combine rose petals and daisies with balm or mint, for example. The taste is particularly aromatic after about one hour.

 

 

Detox recipes for losing weight - Drink yourself healthy...this is how it works!

 

Detox recipes are not only suitable for detoxifying our organism, but with the right ingredients also perfect for losing weight. But why is detox so important and what is it anyway?

Detox is the abbreviation for the English term "detoxify" and means detoxify. Originally, detoxification was mainly used to treat addictions, but nowadays more and more people swear by the excellent effects of detox treatment. Detox has also been used for many years in all kinds of fasting cures. Of course, this does not mean that you have to fast with our detox recipes. It is mainly about cleaning your body of harmful substances and boosting your metabolism a little more. If you also pay attention to a balanced diet, then you can lose weight with it. However, if you do not stick to healthy foods, even the best detox recipes will not help you much to lose weight.

The basis for every detox cure is to drink a lot of water and mainly to consume fresh fruit and vegetables. It is no coincidence that detox is also compared to a healthy diet in which many people who want to lose weight eat water, teas, fruit juices and raw food. The detoxification treatment is, as already mentioned several times, not only about the desired weight loss, but mainly about the cleansing of our organism. This also creates an excellent basis for easier change of diet afterwards. Most detox treatments do without alcohol, nicotine, salt, sugar and coffee. But you should also be able to do without meat, sausage and dairy products, at least for a few days. In addition to fruit and vegetables, wholemeal products are also recommended. If you decide to take a serious detox treatment, you should do it for three days. Below we also show you some interesting recipe ideas, so that you don't have to starve at all. So that this treatment is not too difficult for you, you can of course also try out your upcoming detox program over the weekend, since you are certainly not exposed to stress on these days, and then also have enough time for relaxation and exercise in the fresh air. These two factors are as important as water and fresh food.

Detox is optimal for our organism, but it is also an exhausting work to free it from the available toxins. With lots of sleep and relaxing baths we can relieve our body very well. Sauna sessions are also ideal for the detoxification process, as we sweat excessively and can also excrete toxins better. So you can combine your upcoming detox phase with a little wellness treatment and give your body a little more time and attention these days. Afterwards you will feel fit and beautiful again, as detox also significantly improves our skin. Typical signs of possible poisoning include limpness, fatigue, muscle weakness, anxiety or other emotional discomfort. Allergies and headaches can also indicate the presence of toxins.

Even if one pays attention to a healthy way of life, this is still far from being a sufficient guarantee that our body is really free of harmful substances. The existing environmental toxins alone can cause toxin sources to penetrate our organism through the air we breathe. However, drugs and cosmetic products may also contain substances that are harmful to health. Food colorants are added to many medications. The best example of this is cough syrup, which usually looks much more appetizing due to the dye. However, not all dyes are healthy! According to the WHO, red food colouring in particular can be harmful to health. Unfortunately, however, the pharmaceutical industry is not subject to special labelling requirements, which is why there are no references to the package inserts of most medicines. As far as cosmetics are concerned, most beauty products also contain chemical substances that are also known as harmful substances. In shampoos, for example, formaldehyde is added to guarantee a longer shelf life. According to the German Association for the Environment and Nature Conservation, the preservative methyl paraben can even cause hormonal disorders. Our household cleaning products also contain many harmful substances with which we come into daily contact.

For this reason alone, it is necessary to relieve our body so that we feel healthy and fit again. It is advisable to pay attention to the sources of toxins and to strive for detoxification several times a year.

 

Among the best known toxins:

- Autogenous pollutants

- Endogenous toxins

- Exogenous toxins

Autogenic pollutants are due to genetic causes, and allegedly also to heredity. This means that existing toxins can also be transferred from mother to baby during pregnancy.

Endogenous toxins are toxins produced by bacteria or other pathogens. These include putrefactive agents, alcohols, arabinitol and ammonia.

Exogenous toxins, on the other hand, are contained in food in the form of preservatives, colorants and sweeteners. This group also includes heavy metals, insecticides and herbicides, pollutants such as fluorides or parabens in the care products, as well as electrosmog, to which we are exposed through the use of microwave or mobile phones. Heavy metals are also found in dental fillings, in water, in the air and also in the ground.

 

All three groups can be responsible for the development of diseases of civilization. These include a weakened immune system and autoimmune diseases, circulatory disorders, allergies, high blood pressure and diabetes as well as burnout. Our body cells are thus daily in the fight against countless pollutants, which is why it becomes increasingly difficult for them to dispose of them properly over time in order to keep our bodies healthy. Detox is highly recommended for this reason alone and not just for losing weight.

 

How do I start my detox phase?

Get yourself a nice glass decanter for your detox recipes or the matching jars in which you prepare your vitamin water. Your shopping list should include fresh fruit, vegetables, herbs and spices. The following recipe ideas are ideal to detoxify the organism in the best way and at the same time to stimulate the own fat burning much better. It is important to choose an optimal time for which a weekend is usually particularly suitable.

 

The best recipe ideas to lose a few pounds with detox water

 

Detox lemon water to lose weight

Slice the juice of a freshly squeezed lemon, another lemon and mix the water with a pinch of sea salt and some chilli or cayenne pepper.

Pineapple water with cinnamon

For one litre of water you need half a fresh pineapple and two cinnamon sticks. The longer this exotic vitamin water is in the refrigerator, the better it tastes.

Detox water with apple vinegar

One tablespoon of apple vinegar is sufficient for one litre of water. You can also add a few slices of apple or pineapple to this aroma water and add a few basil leaves.

Mandarin water with blueberries

Two mandarins with half a cup of blueberries are ideal for preparing one litre of water. You can also use an orange instead of mandarins.

Peppermint water with cucumbers

For one litre you need half a cucumber with skin and some fresh peppermint leaves. You can also enhance the detoxifying effect with freshly grated ginger and a lemon.

Watermelon with ginger and basil

A slice cut into small pieces is sufficient for the melon water. Then simply add some ginger and fresh basil to support the detoxifying effect.

Mint water with blueberries

Half a cup of huckleberry is enough for one litre of water. All you need to do is crush the fresh mint leaves so that the aroma can be released more easily.

Cinnamon water with green apple

Two medium-sized, sliced apples with three cinnamon sticks are ideal to support the metabolism during detoxification. Of course, you can also take other apples with a sweeter taste for a change.

Cucumber-mint water with lime and cranberries

For this refreshing and purifying detox water you need a handful of cranberries, two limes, half a cucumber and some freshly grated mint leaves. The mixture should be refrigerated for at least one hour before consumption.

Strawberry detox water

A cup of strawberries with a sprig of rosemary go wonderfully together and give the vitamin water not only a beautiful colour, but also an excellent taste.

Ginger water with lemon

Two lemons and a small piece of freshly grated ginger are ideal to support fat burning and strengthen the immune system.

Detox water with chia

Two lemons and two tablespoons of chia are sufficient for one litre of water. One, the lemons, should be squeezed out. The chia seed has to grow well for about two hours.

Celery water with spinach

For the preparation of one litre, three celery sticks are recommended, some spinach leaves, as well as a lemon from which you can squeeze half of it.

Cucumber mix to lose weight

For this detox recipe you need half a cucumber, an apple and the pulp of a grapefruit. You can also add a few mint leaves to this mixture.

Detox with coconut water

A cup of coconut water is sufficient for one litre of water. Serve with a lime and a cup of mixed berries. You can also grate a little bit of the lime peel before this fruit is sliced.

Turmeric water with pepper

For this detox recipe you need a tablespoon of turmeric, two lemons, one of which is grated and squeezed, as well as a pinch of cayenne pepper and freshly grated ginger for one litre of water.

Cucumbers and radish water

One cucumber and five radishes are sliced for this recipe, you don't need to peel the vegetables. You can also add a pinch of chilli, cayenne pepper and sea salt, depending on your taste.

Beetroot with basil

A large, or two medium-sized tubers of beetroot give your detox water a beautiful colour. For a special aroma you can add fresh basil or try the mint variant.

Ginger-Garlic-Water

This recipe is for the brave. In this case, however, they are two ideal ingredients that really get the metabolism going. You will need three chopped cloves of garlic and several grated slices of ginger.

Green tea with lemon and ginger

Green tea is also excellent for detoxification and to boost metabolism and fat burning. You need a tea bag for one litre of water. The tea should of course be prepared with hot water. Then add lemon juice and freshly grated ginger.

 

With these recipes, you can now really try drinking water alternately and above all in a very healthy way. There are no limits to your imagination. However, you should avoid adding sugar and sweeteners to detoxify. If necessary, you can sweeten your vitamin water with a little honey.

If you prefer citrus fruits in your aromatic water, it is recommended to consume the preparation with a straw. This protects your teeth better, as the acid contained can also attack the teeth over a longer period of time and can therefore lead to sensitivity. Otherwise lemons or of course the other citrus fruits are ideal for losing weight, because the fat burning is really well brought in motion, which is also the case with ginger, as well as with the spices, like cinnamon and cayenne pepper.

Ginger should not be missing on your shopping list for your aroma water. Ginger is an aromatic root that is very effective. This spice is used in the preparation of rice dishes, in beverages such as ginger ale, in gingerbread and also in many tea blends. According to the pharmaceutical newspaper, the tuber with its typically pungent and spicy taste is the medicinal plant 2018, as it can help against many ailments. Ginger contains more than 160 different ingredients. These include numerous vitamins, iron, sodium, calcium and phosphorus. But also its essential oils have a positive effect on our health. The pungent taste of ginger is due to gingerol. This is a special pungent which has an anti-inflammatory effect. The essential oils from this power tuber have long been used in aromatherapy to treat respiratory problems. Gingerols also help with pain, as this is a natural healing substance whose effect can be compared to aspirin. Ginger relieves headaches and migraines, sore throats and also muscle aches. But our digestion is also stimulated by the consumption of this tuber. Ginger is ideal for nausea, stomach and intestinal cramps, as well as against flatulence. The medicinal plant supports the burning of fat, since the appetite is stimulated after consumption and more digestive juices are also produced. Regular use of ginger reduces the risk of arteriosclerosis and blood vessel occlusions that can lead to thrombosis. Incidentally, the Chinese like to prepare a tea with cinnamon, magnolia blossoms, dates and a freshly grated ginger root in case of flu symptoms. They say this spice even protects our eyes. However, this statement has not yet been sufficiently proven, at least until now. One thing is certain: ginger is a wonderful remedy for your vitamin water. You can eat it sliced or grated. However, if you want to make a tea with it, the ginger should steep for at least 15 minutes so that its aroma can develop better. You can also combine this preparation with the other recipes by using boiled tea instead of tap water or mineral water and fortify it with lemons and herbs, for example. Otherwise, ginger also provides a fresh breath that lasts for a long time.

Cinnamon is also an excellent remedy and not just a spice for our puddings or baked apples. It is one of the oldest spices of all, and until the 18th century was also one of the most expensive spices in Europe. Cinnamon is made from the bark of cinnamon trees, to which the Ceylon cinnamon tree belongs. The cinnamon stick is therefore simply a tubular rolled up piece of bark. Cinnamon is an excellent fat burner and in Chinese medicine an excellent remedy against circulatory weakness, tension and internal cold feelings. It has a disinfecting and blood circulation-promoting effect, which can also relieve cramps. Cinnamon is used in folk medicine for loss of appetite, colds and flu, pain, flatulence and diarrhoea. But even with typical menopausal symptoms, cinnamon is an optimal alternative to do without medication. It can also lower cholesterol and blood sugar levels, which is why its insulin-like effect can also help against diabetes. However, it is not yet known in what quantities and in what form cinnamon can be used for therapy. This spice contains many secondary plant substances. Cinnamon stimulates our metabolism very well, which makes it ideal for losing weight, as it is a natural fat burner. The aromatic smell alone should also improve the performance of our brain. Since cinnamon tastes really good, you should also make a note of this ingredient on your shopping list and try out our cinnamon recipes for your vitamin water.

Cayenne pepper is made from ground chillies and not from pepper plants. The name is derived from the Cayenne chili variety. Cayenne pepper is extremely hot. The reason for this is capsaicin. In any case, this active ingredient is a good way to improve blood circulation because it stimulates our body's own warmth receptors and pain receptors. Cayenne pepper is therefore also successfully used in medicine for nerve pain, muscle diseases, tension and rheumatic complaints. Since cayenne pepper has a vasodilative property, it can also be used as a blood pressure medication, as it significantly improves the flow properties of the blood. It is therefore also an excellent remedy if you suffer from cold hands and feet. It is not for nothing that most foot patches also contain cayenne pepper. However, external use is usually associated with visible skin irritation. However, for one or two pinches of cayenne pepper in your flavoured water, it is safe as long as you do not exceed the recommended dosage. Over a longer period of time, with large quantities of cayenne pepper, liver and kidney complaints can occur. You can also use chilli instead of cayenne pepper for your vitamin water, and not only add lemon juice, but also a tablespoon of honey or maple syrup.

 

If you want to lose weight with the detox recipes for your vitamin water, then you are also absolutely dependent on a suitable diet. The best willpower will not help you if you eat only the vitamin water for a day or two and then return to your original eating habits in the next few days. Ideally, you should follow a diet that will help you lose weight along with the flavoured water recipes.

It is important that you drink your detox water throughout the day. Moreover, the fluid requirement is higher with all diets than with a normal diet. It is not advisable to follow this diet for longer than a week to avoid a lack of nutrients in your diet, even with daily vitamin water. Through this nutrition plan for one week, and the recipes for your aroma water, you are now able to thoroughly purify your body and relieve the organism. It is advisable to do such a detox cure several times a year, because even with a really strict fasting cure it is not guaranteed that in several days, so easily, all toxins that have accumulated over the years can be eliminated. Also strict fasting cures, without medical supervision or instruction, are not recommended anyway. Otherwise, please make sure you offer your body sufficient peace and relaxation. The less respect you give your mobile phone these days, the better. Stress should be avoided as much as possible.

Sauna sessions relax very well and also provide for even more sweating. Take your vitamin water with you to compensate for the loss of fluid. Of course you should also get some fresh air during walks and sleep at least six hours in the night. You will see how fit and healthy you will feel after this detox cure. So that you will certainly consciously avoid unhealthy food afterwards.

 

 

Vitamin water especially for the athlete

 

Athletes naturally have a completely different nutritional requirement than people who move very little. For our organism, sport is comparable to stressful situations, as the body has to adapt to these circumstances. The processes, for the entire metabolism, usually take place in a strongly accelerated form. They are therefore dependent on large amounts of carbohydrates, fat and proteins, as well as vitamins and minerals.

Most professional athletes have nutrition experts work out their dietary plan to add all nutrients to their body in the right amounts. In many cases they are even dependent on special dietary supplements, such as proteins, for muscle building or for an optimal energy supply. For most athletes, a lack of nutrients also means a restriction of their performance. Although the nutrient requirements can usually be covered by a balanced diet, this is unfortunately not always the case. A good example of this are women who suffer from heavy menstrual bleeding. As a result, many women also have a clear iron deficiency. It is therefore quite logical that a high calorie consumption also requires many more vitamins and nutrients. Since many vitamins can only be stored in small quantities or in part in general not in our organism, a sufficient supply of vitamin C and also vitamin B must be ensured in any case. Water-soluble vitamins can hardly be stored at all. Fat-soluble vitamins, such as vitamin A, vitamin D, as well as vitamins E and K, can be deposited in body fat for later use.

The water-soluble vitamins are excreted more through sweat and urine. If the vitamin supply is neglected, then this can lead not only to a vitamin deficiency over a longer period of time, but also to a deficit with regard to antioxidants, since thereby more and more free radicals spread in our body. The lack of vitamins or nutrients is expressed by rapid fatigue, lack of appetite, performance deficits and attacks of weakness. High susceptibility to infection can also be a clear sign of vitamin deficiency and a weakened immune system.

Vitamin B is basically composed of eight different vitamins of the B group. These include thiamine, vitamin B1, riboflavin, niacin, pantothenic acid, pyridoxine, biotin, folic acid and cobalamin, vitamin B12, which are particularly important for energy production, blood formation, skin and nails as well as for thyroid function. Vitamin B also influences nerve strength and our sensitivity to stress. These vitamins are found in cereals and pulses, in meat, soy, dairy products and also in germs. Vitamin B12, however, is almost completely absent from plant foods, but can be stored in our bodies. Frequent tingling in arms and legs may be an indication of a deficiency of these vitamins, as well as dropsy and indigestion, fatigue and cramps. An increased need is not only the case with athletes, but also with diets, as well as with the taking of medicines such as antibiotics or the birth control pill. Since UV light and prolonged cooking have a negative effect on these vitamins, the vegetables should only be steamed so that their nutritional values are not lost. For your vitamin water you can use leaves from lamb's lettuce, which contains a lot of folic acid. But also sesame seeds or sunflower seeds. The alga Chlorella contains large amounts of vitamin B12.

As has already been mentioned several times, vitamin C is not only found in fruit but also in some vegetables. According to the DGE, the German Society for Nutrition, our body is dependent on around 100 milligrams of vitamin C daily in order to function normally. Vitamin C is important for the energy metabolism, for our immune system, as well as for the formation of collagen. Vitamin C is an excellent antioxidant that can protect our body cells from oxidative stress. Especially during sports or other physical exertion it is important to cover the need for this vitamin well, so that our immune system can remain intact through the efforts. Athletes may need 200 milligrams per day, depending on their activity. Higher quantities are generally not recommended, as otherwise they are excreted unprocessed. A lot of vitamin C is found in citrus fruits, berries and kiwi, as well as in spinach, garlic and garden cress. The need for ascorbic acid or vitamin C can therefore also be met relatively easily by athletes if they ensure a balanced diet with plenty of fruit and vegetables and additionally enrich their vitamin water with these ingredients. So it's not just a question of taste, but of covering the higher demand. The skin contains many more antioxidant compounds, which is why the fruit for the flavoured water should not be peeled, but only divided.

Vitamin D or pantothenic acid is present in meat, fish and wheat. It has a supporting effect on our energy metabolism, on the muscle functions, the immune system, as well as for the teeth and bones. Vitamin D is often also called sun vitamin, as we can absorb a large part of our requirements through solar radiation. However, this ability decreases with increasing age, which increases the risk of osteoporosis from the age of 65. This fat-soluble vitamin is especially important for vegans, as well as for people who live mainly in dark rooms. On average, only two to four micrograms of vitamin D are absorbed through food. However, the recommended daily requirement is 20 micrograms. Large amounts of pantothenic acid are found in fatty fish, but small amounts may also be found in mushrooms, avocados and eggs. Depending on the sport, it may be advisable to use dietary supplements to prevent deficiency symptoms. Vitamin D is also available in powder form, which is of course ideal for the preparation of vitamin water.

Vitamin E is contained in many skin care products, which is why it is often referred to as a vitamin for beauty. In addition, this vitamin is important for almost all cells, as it has an important influence on cell division and also strengthens and protects it very well. Vitamin E is also a good antioxidant as it can neutralize the free radicals in our body. As athletes are exposed to heavy stress during intensive training, vitamin E is particularly important for cell protection. The recommended daily requirement for adults is between 12 and 14 milligrams. Depending on the activities, athletes may need twice as much. This fat-soluble vitamin is found in wholemeal products, vegetable oils, as well as in almonds and nuts. A lack of vitamin E can lead to nervousness and significant mood swings, joint pain, delayed wound healing and a complete loss of physical and mental performance. Vitamin E is therefore absolutely necessary, as a deficit can also lead to sensory disorders and coordination problems. This clearly shows that this vitamin is much more than just a beauty vitamin. Vegetables such as parsnips, pumpkin, spinach, cabbage and paprika are suitable for vitamin water.

Vitamin K can protect us from many diseases, including cancer. It regulates blood coagulation and is involved in bone formation. This fat-soluble vitamin also keeps our blood vessels clean, as it prevents the available calcium from settling in the arteries as plaque, which leads to calcification of the artery walls. A deficiency of vitamin K can adversely affect blood coagulation. Vitamin K is present in most green plants, leaves, but also in liver and eggs. According to the German Society for Nutrition, the recommended dose is between 60 and 70 micrograms for adults, or about twice that for competitive athletes. The leaves of beetroot, parsley, chives and avocados are suitable for the vitamin water of athletes. But grass powder, such as kamut grass or wheatgrass, also contains a great deal of vitamin K. By the way, wheatgrass is a real healer, because this food contains an extraordinary density of nutrients. Barley grass has many more vitamins, minerals, enzymes and bioflavonoids than other green plants, which is why it is also one of the best known antioxidants. It lowers cholesterol levels, improves the skin's elasticity and also activates the intestinal flora.

 

The increased need for vitamins among athletes is due to the following reasons:

- Higher energy metabolism

- Higher metabolism and need for proteins, fat and carbohydrates

- More oxidative stress or free radicals through sport

- More susceptible immune system

- Higher oxygen transport necessary

- Higher losses due to sweating

- Higher consumption through muscle work

 

Not only vitamins are vital for athletes, as minerals also play a considerable role. For example, many competitive athletes lack iron, calcium, magnesium and zinc. The intake of sodium is also often neglected in the diet. By the way, a deficit can be expressed not only in a drop in performance, but also through a higher risk of injury.

Even if you are not a competitive athlete yourself, but only a completely normal recreational athlete, you should absolutely pay attention to a balanced supply with the valuable nutrients. Wrong eating habits, with too much fat or sugar, for example, can lead to health problems and even serious illnesses during sports, stress or other physical and mental strain.

As an athlete, you must also pay attention to the minerals, as an intensive workout also excretes more minerals through the sweat. This can endanger the electrolyte balance in particular, because without minerals we cannot exist at all. In principle, each individual mineral also has a different effect, which, however, can also contribute to the same physical processes. Minerals are actively involved in our metabolism, they support the transport of oxygen and are also involved in the mineralisation of teeth and bones.

Most athletes suffer from a lack of calcium, potassium, magnesium, sodium, iron and also zinc. The risk groups include people who eat an unbalanced diet or who deliberately have to maintain a low weight.

Calcium is one of the most important minerals, which is why a sufficient supply must be ensured as early as childhood. It is mainly involved in building our bones and also our teeth, as well as for blood coagulation. Calcium also supports the regulation of muscle contractions, as the contraction can only take place when the muscle cells are

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