- Estratti they are a great way to secure yourself energy dose before training or for recover the nutrients used during physical activity. Compared to centrifuged, they also contain more vitamins and mineral salts. This is because the machines used for juice extraction do not reach high temperatures and do not reduce the nutritional properties of fruit and vegetables. If you already own one of these useful appliances, follow us in the article to learn some quick and tasty recipes. If, on the other hand, you don't have an extractor yet… well, then it's time for you to get one!
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Grape and tomato extract
Il tomato it is a food rich in carotenoids (in particular of lycopene) which perform an antioxidant action and help to counteract the free radicals generated during training. Me too'black grapes contain valuable antioxidants, in the form of polyphenols, resveratrol and vitamin C. To prepare the extract, combine the grapes (taking care to leave the skin, because they are rich in nutrients), the cherry tomatoes (without the stalk) and half a lemon cut into pieces.
Banana, ginger, celery and spinach extract
Le bananas contain many mineral salts (especially potassium) and help replenish muscle glycogen stores used during training. The ginger it is a very appreciated root for its peppery taste and for its innumerable properties. It is a tonic, a digestive and - above all - a powerful anti-inflammatory. Celery contains a lot of fiber while spinach is rich in carotenoids and B-complex vitamins. Cut the ingredients into pieces and put everything in the extractor.
Strawberry, pineapple and lemon extract
Le strawberries, besides being one of the tastiest and most appreciated fruits, contain high amounts of vitamin C. pineapple it is rich in fiber and contains a substance called bromelina. It is a proteolytic enzyme that improves digestion, promotes blood circulation (useful for reducing water retention and heaviness in the legs) and has a strong anti-inflammatory action. Finally, lemon combines perfectly with the flavor of strawberries and has proven bacterial properties. To prepare the juice, combine a dozen strawberries, a quarter of a lemon and half a pineapple in the extractor.
Blueberry and cucumber extract
Il blueberry it is a tasty wild fruit with multiple properties. Contains vitamins A, C, B and anthocyanins, antioxidant flavonoids responsible for dark color. The cucumber is mainly composed of water and has a very low energy supply. Useful for his detoxifying action and for the high content of mineral salts, in particular potassium, calcium, iron, iodine and manganese. To prepare the juice, insert a cucumber (without its peel) and a handful of blueberries into the extractor.