Now that April has begun it's the perfect time for a little spring cleaning! We're not talking about cleaning up around the yard or beginning your yearly garden... Spring is the best time to begin preparing your body for an active and healthy summer! The best place to start is with nutritious foods, mainly Superfoods that will ramp up your routine. To meet all your health and fitness goals this year it's important to reset with a cleanse using nutrient rich, natural foods. Rejuvenate your routine by eating nutritious fruits, vegetables and juices and notice the difference in how you feel! There are so many different cleansing recipes available but it's essential to choose the one that's right for you. We have found that Apple Cider Vinegar is one of the greatest Superfoods to add to your cleansing routine. What is Apple Cider Vinegar? Apple Cider Vinegar is made from crushed apples that are combined with yeast and sugar, fermented into alcohol, and then fermented again into sour vinegar. There are endless available options to add Apple Cider Vinegar into your daily routine. We recommend trying one of our super-simple, delicious Apple Cider Vinegar recipes below to get started. The naturally bitter tang of Apple Cider Vinegar is an acquired taste. If you can't stomach the bitterness there are other natural ways to receive all the same benefits. Liquid Apple Cider Vinegar can be ingested (diluted with water) or applied topically. Some prefer supplements like tablets and capsules because they don't have the strong smell and taste associated with liquid vinegar. Why is Apple Cider Vinegar So Popular? It seems like every supplement company is now offering Apple Cider Vinegar products in different forms. Most cleansing recipes that you find usually feature or include Apple Cider Vinegar as an ingredient. But why? Apple Cider Vinegar has become a staple to wellness routines, primarily in warmer seasons. Its bitter taste compliments other ingredients well, adding a tangy sweetness to any drink recipe. It's touted for its natural antioxidant value and abundance of essential nutrients, including folic acid, potassium, calcium, iron, copper, magnesium, pectin, B vitamins and vitamin C. Pectin is well renowned as a beneficial soluble fiber. 5 Steps to Starting a Cleanse: 1. Documenting your Food Consumption: Every successful wellness routine starts with a grand, master plan. It can be difficult meeting your goals without a roadmap to success. Start by documenting your daily consumption habits for a week. After you finish your foods, write down how it made you feel. You'll start to notice patterns of what makes you feel good and what you need to cut out. You'll be surprised to realize what you're eating once you get to review it for the week. 2. Eliminating Processed Foods: Processed foods are filled with, artificial sweeteners, GMO's, preservatives and other fake ingredients. These ingredients are used to improve shelf life and enhance taste but may be undesirable as a consumer. Instead, opt for nutritious foods that are sourced from natural means like vegetables, fruits, grass-fed meats, legumes and other valuable superfoods. 3. Breaking a Sweat: Physical activity and cardio exercise will help you push your body's limits. At peak exertion, your body will naturally perspire, rejuvenating your pores and excreting the bad stuff. 4. Choosing better Nutrition: Now that you've decided to cut out processed and packaged foods, you must find the right foods to replace them with. Pro shopping tip: Stay on the outside perimeter of the grocery store where you will find all the nutritious foods you need. Select non-packaged products and try to find USDA Certified Organic labels for safer food sources. Need help finding the right options to add to your grocery list? Our 15 Organic Superfoods with Incredible Nutritional Value blog post provides deep insight into which superfoods have the best value and how to add them to your daily routine. 5. Finding a Cleansing Recipe: The best way to rid your body of bad nutritional habits and starting over from scratch is by choosing the right cleanse. There are a variety of beneficial cleansing recipes that are fun to get started with. We've chosen a few of our favorites that are perfectly refreshing for spring. Remember to speak with your health care professional before starting any type of cleanse or making any major changes to your diet. 5 Refreshing Apple Cider Vinegar Recipes: 1. Limeade Apple Cider Vinegar Drink: Ingredients: . 1 1/2 Tablespoons of Organic Apple Cider Vinegar with Mother . 2 Cups of Cold Water . 1 Tablespoon of Fresh Lime Juice . 1 Teaspoon of Sweeter Stevia Liquid Directions: Stir well for 3 minutes and serve cold over ice for maximum refreshment. 2. Ginger Spice Apple Cider Vinegar Drink: Ingredients: . 1 Tablespoon of Organic Apple Cider Vinegar with Mother .1/4 Teaspoon of Organic Ginger Root Powder . 1 Teaspoon of Sweeter Stevia Liquid Directions: Stir well for 3 minutes and serve cold over ice for maximum refreshment. 3. Honey Cayenne Apple Cider Vinegar Drink: Ingredients: . 1 Tablespoon of Organic Apple Cider Vinegar with Mother . 2 Tablespoons of 100% Wildflower Raw Honey . 1 Dash of Organic Cayenne Pepper . 2 Cups of Warm or Hot Water Directions: Mix together until the honey has dissolved. Serve warm or chill in the fridge. [1] 4. Apple Cider Vinegar and Cranberry Drink: Ingredients: . 1 Tablespoon of Organic Apple Cider Vinegar with Mother . 3/4 Cups of Water . Half Cup of Cranberry Juice . Splash of Lime Juice Directions: Mix ingredients until blended. Add extra Lime Juice for more sweetness. 5. Green Tea Apple Cider Vinegar Drink: Ingredients: . 1 Tablespoon of Organic Apple Cider Vinegar with Mother . 1 Cup of Organic Green Tea . 1 Tablespoon of 100% Wildflower Raw Honey . Dash of Fresh Mint Leaves Directions: First prepare Green Tea, then add Honey and Apple Cider Vinegar. [2] Piping Rock's Dynamic Apple Cider Vinegar Formula: Our delicious and refreshing Apple Cider Vinegar drink recipes are [...] The post Need a Cleanse? Try these 5 Apple Cider Vinegar Recipes appeared first on The Pipe Line.
