Cucumber, Lemon & Cayenne Pepper Smoothie

1/2 Organic Cucumber  350ml Water 1 inch Ginger ¼ tsp Cayenne Pepper (more if you like!) 1 Lemon, skin/pith removed  2 tsp Collagen Peptides  ¼ tsp Himalayan Pink Salt 

Ready for  a low carb, collagen packed, natural collagen promoting detoxification boost to break your fast? 

When I first started with keto I kept getting similar conditions to gout, but that’s because I have kidney disease. 

Yes, it helps in reducing dark spots. Cucumber contains astringent, lightening, and cooling properties, effectively treating dark spots. It also boosts collagen levels in the skin and thus, helps in the cell regeneration process.

Among the host of vital nutrients in every glass of cucumber juice are many of those most valuable in lowering inflammation: vitamins A, C, D, and K, as well as calcium and magnesium. By helping to naturally lower inflammation, this amazing beverage can help relieve joint pain aggravated by arthritis or gout.

Can cucumbers reduce belly fat?

Cucumber,  ginger & cayenne pepper are a major powerhouse juice in hydrating and fat-burning combinations that work wonders for belly fat. Cucumbers are extremely low in calories and have a high water content, making them an ideal ingredient for weight loss and your low carb keto diet. 

It also, whilst breaking your fast keeps you fuller for longer! But so does water. But by lunch you probably could do with a break! 

Beet kvass with raw apple cider vinegar (published earlier this year on my recipes) or raw apple cider vinegar and naturally sparkling water are also a great change - which you can have anytime that won’t break your fast!!  

Check your ACV bottle though as it might be sweeter than others, breaking your fast. Braggs is the brand I use by day and Willy ACV  for anything after my fast has ended. 

Blitz it all together!! 

Add some ice if you like and drink over 30 mins. 

Don't gulp! 

You might get the trots who knows!!

Let your body and gut get ready for it and hydrate!!

JB