In the last few years a new diet fad has emerged, everyone seems to be trying this thing called juicing. We too became victims of the "juicing" trend in December, when we found ourselves buying our juicer. Our New Years resolution was to use the juicer as much as our busy and active lives permit. We are proud to say we have been doing really great with our resolution: trying out recipes and creating our own unique compositions. Here are a few pictures of the ingredients that we love to use for our juices.
After trying many different recipes one of our favorite is
"The Green Machine":
Spinach
Kale
1 celery stick
1 carrot
1/2 an orange
1/2 an apple
Hand full of parsley
1/4 a large cucumber
1/4 a lemon
ginger
Finish with a table spoon of maca powder.
This juice is rich in vitamins. It provides a lot of natural energy and gets you going!
We always use about an inch of a ginger root per juice. It adds a lot of flavor and a little spice.
We try to make our juices low on sugar therefore we only use 1 carrot 1/2 an orange and 1/2 an apple.
Another great one is
"The System Flush"
Kale
1 medium beet
1 tomato
1/2 cucumber
parsley
1 celery stick
1/2 lemon
ginger
Finish with a table spoon of maca powder.
If you are having a sweet tooth, instead of candy, choose a juice that will have more fruits than veggies. For example
"The Sweet Relief"
1 Kale leaf
Spinach
Hint of Parsley
2 orange
1 apple
2 carrots
1/2 cucumber
ginger
Finish with a table spoon of maca powder.
Even though this juice will be pretty high on sugar, it is a way better alternative to candy or cake.
If you are unfamiliar with maca powder here is what it is.
After doing some research we found that maca has many benefits, so we decided to give it a try. For best deal go to www.nuts.com
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MACA FACTS
Energy
Within days of using maca your energy level may increase. It is also known for increasing stamina. Many athletes take maca for peak performance. If you find yourself tired most of the time, experiment with maca to see if it helps. Just a small amount could be exactly what you need for a boost!
General health
Maca helps your overall health in a number of ways. It supplies iron and helps restore red blood cells, which aids anemia and cardiovascular diseases. Maca keeps your bones and teeth healthy and allows you to heal from wounds more quickly. When used in conjunction with a good workout regime you will notice an increase in muscle mass.
But be very cautious if you have a cancer related to hormones like testicular and ovarian, among others. If you have liver issues or high blood pressure you should ask your doctor before taking maca.
Skin
Many take macs for skin issues, as for some people it helps to clear acne and blemishes. Another benefit for your skin is that is decreases sensitivity. In hot or cold weather, maca may help your skin withstand extreme temperatures.
Mood balance
If you find yourself overcome with anxiety, stress, depression or mood swings, maca may help alleviate these symptoms, though of the evidence is anecdotal. Some have reported an increase in mental energy and focus.
Vitamins
Maca is rich in vitamin B vitamins, C, and E. It provides plenty of calcium, zinc, iron, magnesium, phosphorous and amino acids.
Sexual function
Maca is widely used to promote sexual function of both men and women. It serves as a boost to your libido and increases endurance. At the same time it balances your hormones and increases fertility.
Women’s health and mood
Maca relieves menstrual issues and menopause. It alleviates cramps, body pain, hot flashes, anxiety, mood swings, and depression. If you are pregnant or lactating you should avoid taking maca.
Maca, a root that belongs to the radish family, is grown in the mountains of Peru. Sometimes called “Peruvian ginseng,” maca’s benefits have been long valued, and now have been rediscovered as a supplement and ingredient. Maca comes in pill, liquid and powder form.
There are no known side effects of maca but like any other supplement it should not be taken in large amounts. When you first start using maca it’s best to begin by taking smaller amounts and building up; even 1/2 teaspoon is a good place to start. And at the other end, 1 tablespoons (of the powder) is an average daily dose. Rotating a few days on and a few days off is often recommended. Taking too much can lead to adverse effects and throw your hormones out of whack. If you experience this, you should take less or wean yourself off completely.
Maca is good in smoothies, salads, drinks, cooked foods, and juices. Don’t add it to anything that’s very hot because it will lose all its benefits. The taste can be a bit odd at first but it gets more tolerable and it depends on what you mix it with. Smoothies, puddings, and juices seem to be the best ways to use maca powder. Capsules are best to get past the taste.
For more pictures of our juices and recipes please visit our intsagram @bikini_twinkies
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