Nothing beats an ice-cold glass of lemonade on a hot summer day!
Unfortunately, most readymade options are spiked with an average 10-20 grams of sugar per serving, which ISN’T so refreshing for your blood glucose or waistline…
Instead of heading to the grocery store for your next lemonade fix, try my upgraded version of this summertime classic. With zero added sugars and so many amazing health benefits, you’ll feel great about mixing up a batch any time, whether you’re sipping solo or serving it up to friends!
Find out some surprising ways the ingredients in my Lemon-Aid work to ditch cravings, boost your metabolism, and much more! Then get the super-simple recipe…
Lemon
Besides being rich in Vitamin C, potassium, magnesium, and anti-aging antioxidants, the sour taste of lemon can actually quiet your appetite, while aiding in digestion and detoxification.1
Also, when lemon juice is taken about 30 minutes before eating, it can lower your blood sugar response to your meal.2 As if all that wasn’t reason enough to love this citrus fruit, research shows that a daily dose of lemons can have positive effects on your blood pressure.3
L-Glutamine
This is what I call the ultimate multitasker! L-glutamine is an amino acid, the building blocks of protein. (You can find it here…)
L-glutamine is the most abundant source of amino acids in your bloodstream and can help you crush cravings, especially for sugar and alcohol.4 It also helps you build muscle and burn fat, while also supporting digestion, healing stomach ulcers, and soothing a leaky gut.5-8
If that’s not enough to motivate you to add a scoop to your Lemon-Aid, research also shows L-glutamine can boost your immune system, balance blood sugar, and decrease your risk of cardiovascular disease! 9-11 If only all healthy habits were this easy…
Chia seeds
This high-fiber superfood can help cut those pesky cravings and keep you satisfied for hours. The high omega-3 fat content can also reduce inflammation, while studies show the antioxidants in chia seeds can protect your heart and kidneys, while also providing anti-aging and even anti-cancer benefits.12 Yes, please!
Extra Fiber
Extra Fiber is the easy way to get your fiber so you feel full and satisfied between meals. Fiber not only lowers your appetite to increase weight loss success, it also helps you detox and supports better cholesterol levels. Extra Fiber is formulated with all of these benefits and without the dreaded gas and bloating you can get from typical sources of fiber. *
With so many health benefits from each tangy-sweet sip, you’ll definitely want to turn this summer drink into a year-round staple. Cheers to your health!
Lemon-Aid
July 15, 2017
This easy homemade lemonade recipe has no added sugar, plus plenty of extra superfood ingredients to help crush cravings and protect your health.
Virgin Diet compliant: Cycles 1, 2, and 3
Sugar Impact Diet compliant: Cycles 1, 2, and 3
- Yields: 32 Ounces
Ingredients
Zest and juice of 1 whole organic lemon, plus
1⁄2 thinly sliced organic lemon
1 tsp L-Glutamine Powder*
Pure organic stevia or monk fruit extract (sweeten to taste)
2 tbsp chia seeds or 2 tsp JJ Virgin Extra Fiber*
Directions
1In a pitcher, stir together the lemon zest, lemon juice, and water.
2Add the L-Glutamine Powder*, approved sweetener (xylitol, monk fruit, erythritol, pure stevia), and Extra Fiber* or chia seeds.
3Combine well, then gently stir in the lemon slices. Serve over ice.
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The views in this blog by JJ Virgin should never be used as a substitute for professional medical advice. Please work with a healthcare practitioner concerning any medical problem or concern. The information here is not intended to diagnose, treat, or prevent any disease or condition. Statements contained here have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration.
*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
References:
1. http://www.greenmedinfo.com/blog/real-benefits-lemon-water-according-science
2. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2581754/
3. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4003767/
4. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/9665311
5. http://jn.nutrition.org/content/131/9/2569S.full
6. http://www.thelancet.com/journals/lancet/article/PII0140-6736(93)90939-E/abstract
7. http://www.bidmc.org/News/InResearch/2009/May/StomachUlcers.aspx
8. http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3006244/
9. http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/8439654
10. http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/25466655
11. http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/25466655
12. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4926888/
