‘Eat breakfast like a king, lunch like a prince and dinner like a pauper!’ is a common proverb most of us learned in school. But how many of us actually practice it?
Breakfast is the first, and also, the most important meal of your day. It literally means ‘break’ing your ‘fast’: Your last meal was dinner, followed by a long sleep where your body has used the time to re-energize itself. And thus, the first meal of the day sets the tone for the rest of your day.
Studies show that breakfast eaters have better metabolism, healthier insulin levels, more wholesome diets, and less hunger pangs and sugar cravings through the rest of the day when compared with people who skip breakfast.
Unfortunately, in the hurry we are in every morning, most of us either do not eat any breakfast or else grab something unhealthy on the go. Your body needs nourishment, and what better way to give it this than a tall glass of juice packed with the essential vitamins and minerals to begin your power-packed day!
Try one of these options:
- Lemon and Ginger
Ginger is a common household item whose benefits are not talked about enough. It has anti-inflammatory properties, and also aids the digestive functions. It also aids weight loss since it helps activate the metabolism, making it an effective fat-burner.
Lemon’s high Vitamin C content makes it a perfect antioxidant, detoxifier, as well as a way to fight water retention since it helps the body flush out toxins.
Together, they make a potent duo!
Know more about this combination here.
- Orange Juice
A glass of orange juice first thing in the morning is an instant source of energy as it helps restore the liver’s glycogen levels, and satisfies your body’s requirement of Vitamin C for the whole day in one go. Full of beneficial minerals like potassium and magnesium, and extremely low in fat and with zero cholesterol, orange juice helps maintain blood insulin levels, thus preventing diabetes. It helps flush out toxins from the body, reducing chances of cholesterol and improving skin health.
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- Amla Juice
The juice of Amla (Indian gooseberry) is considered to be the juice of immortality as it works on the entire body and helps keep it young, fit and functioning optimally. A great weight-loss aid since it burns fat and increases protein levels, it helps with digestive and gastric disorders, and purifies the blood to improve the quality of skin and hair. Amla juice also helps prevent cancer.
Read more about this magic potion here.
- Apple Juice
The old adage ‘An apple a day keeps the doctor away’ rings true even in the case of a glass of apple juice since this contains a whole bunch of antioxidants and nutrients that not just provide the body with the nutrition it requires, but also helps in preventive measures by improving immunity, helping in weight loss, and countering asthma, cancer, heart disease, blood pressure and Alzheimer’s. It is high in Vitamins A, C and B6, and contains low sodium and no fat.
Explore this wonder juice here.
- Aloevera Juice
Aloe vera juice which is basically the pulp of the leaf of the aloe vera plant is an extremely rich source of nutrients and fiber, and has multiple benefits of healing, cleansing and repairing our system. Its high anti-inflammatory properties help with digestive problems as well as rheumatism and arthritis, easing pain and stiffness in the joints. It also acts as a natural painkiller and extremely effective weight-loss catalyst due to its fat-burning properties.
Read more about the benefits of this natural miracle here.
So why wait? Boost your day with a glass of juice first thing in the morning, and ensure yourself not just a good day ahead but long-term benefits as well. Tasty and healthy, what more could you ask for!