https://www.youtube.com/embed/M2Cpheb_r58 Prep time: 20 minutesCook time: 45-60 minutesServes 2 The zucchini boats are made with 100% whole foods, with no flour eggs or other binding agents. I have used chia seeds instead. This makes it suitable for eating during your BodiClenz program, or Ultimate Herbal Detox. The great thing with Chia seeds is that they release this gel which is actually composed of soluble fibre and helps the whole process of cleansing plus they are super high in protein and other nutrients. You will be amazed how the vegetables with pureed have this meeting flavour and texture, can you can add a sprinkle of cheese if you’re on the Herbal Slim or Boditune programs. Ingredients: 1 x large or 2 medium Zucchinis 6 x large button Mushrooms 1 x large red capsicum 2 x Tomatoes 1 x White onion 6 x Cloves of Garlic 1 x large red chilli (or 1tsp Cayenne pepper) 4 x Tablespoons Chia seeds 1 x Dessertspoon Italian herbs 1 x Dessertspoon Cajun spice Cheese topping optional Method: Set your oven to 200°C and Fan bake. Slice of the zucchinis lengthwise and scoop out the centres with a desert spoon and put to one side. Peel the onions and garlic and take the seeds out of the capsicum. Then place a quick chopping blade in your food processor, and chop all the filling ingredients, (or dice them manually). Take half of these ingredients and put to one side, and put the rest back in the blender along with the Chia seeds Italian herbs and Cajun spice. Change the blade to a grater, and run the zucchini centres through the grater so you get a pulp. Then go ahead and purée everything in the blender with the chopping blade until you get a thick paste. Take the paste and combine it with the remainder of the ingredients in a large bowl until mixed together. Place the zucchini boats in a roasting dish with some coconut oil and fill with all of your fillings. Bake for 45 to 60 minutes until firm and lightly browned, you can add some grated cheese in the last 10 minutes if you’re on a herbal slim or boditune program.
Okra & Mushroom Curry with Mango Chutney
This is a really delicious and simple curry to prepare. It’s perfect for any of our programs, and it’s extremely low in calories and starch, so very good for the Slim program. The mango chutney is a particularly delicious addition it is nice to eat alongside this reasonably warm curry. If you can’t find Okra, you can make this recipe with zucchini. I suggest trying your local Indian supermarket for the Okra. Multiple studies have shown that consuming Okra can help regulate blood sugar and fat metabolism in humans. Sugar Reference, Fat Reference Preparation time 10-15 minutesCooking time 15-20 minutes Serves 2-3 Ingredients: 4 cups of mushrooms (quartered if large) 4 x garlic cloves roughly chopped 2.5cm piece of fresh root ginger peeled and roughly chopped 1 to 2 red chillies seeded and chopped 3/4 of a cup of cold water 1 tablespoon olive or coconut oil 1 teaspoon of coriander seeds 1 teaspoon cumin seeds 2 green cardamon pods, ground a pinch of ground turmeric 400g can of chopped tomatoes 225g okra trimmed and sliced (or Zucchini) 2 tablespoons chopped fresh coriander 1 tablespoon mango powder For the mango relish: 1 large ripe mango about 500 gramme 1 small garlic clove crushed 1 onion finely chopped 2 teaspoons grated fresh ginger root 1 fresh red chilli seeded and finely chopped A pinch of salt Method: For the mango relish, peel the mango and chop the flesh. In bowl, mash the mango flesh with a fork and mix in the rest of the relish ingredients. Set aside. Put the garlic, ginger, chilies and three tablespoons of water into a blender or food processor and blend until smooth. Heat the sunflower oil in a large pan. Add the whole coriander and cumin seeds and allow them to sizzle for a few seconds. Add the ground cumin ground cardamon and turmeric and cook for one minute more, until aromatic Add the garlic paste from the blender or food processor, the tomatoes, remaining water, mushrooms and okra. Stir to mix well and bring to the boil. Reduce the heat, cover, and simmer the mixture for 5 minutes. Remove the cover, turn up the heat slightly and cook for another 5 to 10 minutes until the okra is tender. Stir in the fresh coriander and serve with the mango relish. https://www.youtube.com/embed/SNtskXWkpcY
Tangy Lemon Whip
Serves 2Preparation time 5 mintues This is one of my favourite summer recipes when I’ve been getting hot working in the garden. Great for lunch during the Detox or Slim programs. You can use plain yoghurt or coconut yoghurt, and you can add the bananas if you’re not on a rapid, or deep 14-day cleanse, otherwise you can substitute the banana for an apple. Ingredients: Two whole lemons with skin on Two Banana and a Thick Ring of Pineapple 200ml Plain Yoghurt 200ml Coconut milk, or soy milk Add stevia to sweeten if you wish 1 scoop of BodiTune or BodiClenz Blend Until smooth and creamy
BloodClenz Smoothie
BloodClenz Smoothie Our blood is the river of life, supplying all the oxygen and nutrients the rest of our body needs to survive. However, there are a number of toxins that can potentially affect the health of our blood and our blood vessels. These include acids, cholesterol, partially digested food particles, and even parasites, not to mention other metabolic factors that can cause high blood sugar or high blood pressure. Providing both the alkalizing effect of Spinach or Kale, along with the protective effect of Citrus flavonoids, and the Circulatory benefits of Cinnamon and Ginger, this smoothie is great for supporting your blood health during the BodiClenz program. Add a little fresh mint to pep it up. Makes up to 800ml Ingredients: 1 Avocado 1 fresh Lemon or Lime 2-3 fresh crunchy Kale leaves, or small bunch fresh Spinach 1 heaped teaspoon of Cinnamon 1/2 Thumb sized piece of fresh Ginger 400ml filtered water 6-8 cubes of ice Add fresh mint to taste Stevia (optional) 1 scoop of BodiClenz powder Method:Chop all ingredients adding lighter ingredients to the blender first. Blend until smooth. Enjoy. https://www.youtube.com/embed/1k7Zy8r4S4w
HeartClenz Smoothie
One of the outstanding benefits of detoxing with herbs is the profound effect on your cardiovascular health. Many foods are known to help protect the heart and including these in your BodiClenz smoothie program is an excellent idea. Providing the anti-oxidant, cardio-protective effect of Grapes and berries, along with the circulatory stimulant effect of Chili, this smoothie is great for supporting your heart during the BodiClenz program. Makes up to 800ml Ingredients: 1/2 cup of fresh frozen Blueberries (or raspberries) 200ml dark Grape juice 1 whole red (or green) Apple 1/2 teaspoon of Cayenne pepper (or 1 fresh chili) 1 Tsp cinnamon 400ml filtered water 6-8 cubes of ice 1 scoop of BodiClenz powder Stevia (optional) Method:Chop all ingredients adding lighter ingredients to the blender first. Blend until smooth. Enjoy. https://www.youtube.com/embed/fKORguOs8PI Read more about Cholesterol here Read more about Blood pressure here
BrainClenz Smoothie
Our brains are under a lot of stress in today’s society with all the chemicals, additives, addictive substances, and sugars. It’s very important to look after your brain, and especially good to do that during your detox. Providing the anti-oxidant, protective effect of Betcarotene from Carrots and Vitamin C from citrus, along with the circulatory stimulant effect of Turmeric and Black pepper, this smoothie is great for supporting your brain during the BodiClenz program. Makes up to 600ml Ingredients: 1 Fresh Carrot 1 whole Lemon 1 tablespoon of Raw Cacao A handful of Fresh Gotu Kola, (you could use Rosemary if Gotu Kola is not available) 1 heaped teaspoon of Turmeric Ground Black pepper or Ginger to taste 200ml Orange juice 200ml filtered water 6-8 cubes of ice 1 scoop of BodiClenz powder Stevia (optional) Method:Chop all ingredients adding lighter ingredients to the blender first. Blend until smooth. Enjoy. https://www.youtube.com/embed/JGlhCZNqr24After watching this video below you will want to plant your own brain herbs. See Brett make his extra fresh ‘Brain Booster’ recipe from herbs picked in his garden below. The fresh herbs include Ginkgo, Gotu Kola, Rosemary, Holy Basil, Mint, and Stevia.
BowelClenz Smoothie
A major part of detoxing your body is looking after your bowel health. The intestines are prone to infestation with negative bacteria, and parasites, and to become irritated and inflamed by meats and processed foods. Providing digestive enzymes from Kiwifruit, and bulking fibre, along with a probiotic effect this smoothie is great for soothing the bowels and improving elimination.Add a little Cilantro or fresh Peppermint to pep it up and soothe the support digestion even more. Makes 800-900ml https://www.youtube.com/embed/QC64z9_cCM0 Ingredients: 1 fresh green Apple 1 fresh Kiwifruit 1 cup of plain unsweetened yoghurt 2 tsp soaked Chia seeds (or 6 prunes) 400ml filtered water 6-8 cubes of ice Fresh Cilantro or Peppermint or Stevia to taste 1 scoop of BodiClenz powder Method:Chop all ingredients adding lighter ingredients to the blender first. Blend until smooth. Enjoy. To read More about Aloe vera and see how to make aloe vera ice cubes click here
LiverClenz Smoothie
https://www.youtube.com/embed/3eHD0g9SFEY Your liver has the job of breaking down and eliminating toxic substances from your body, including alcohol, chemicals, additives, and drug by-products. When completing a detox program stored toxins can be released from fat cells increasing the load on your liver, so it’s important to support your liver when detoxing. Providing both liver protection and stimulation, along with a probiotic effect this smoothie is great for supporting your liver during the BodiClenz program.Add a little fresh Ginger to pep it up or Basil to further support the liver. Makes up to 800ml Ingredients: 1/2 fresh Beetroot 1/2 fresh Grapefruit with skin or 1 fresh Lemon with skin 1 Very Small Broccoli head (1/2 Medium Broccoli) or 2-3 Kale leaves. 1 Tsp Black Mustard seeds (or Cumin seeds) 400ml filtered water 6-8 cubes of ice Fresh Ginger or Basil to taste 1 scoop of BodiClenz powder Stevia (optional) Method:Chop all ingredients adding lighter ingredients to the blender first. Blend until smooth. Enjoy. How do Cumin Seeds Protect the Liver?Antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties of Cumin seeds are the main features of preventing and protecting liver from injury. Several studies have shown the protective effects of Cumin against liver injury produced by its free radical scavenger properties and by enhancing antioxidant defenses in body. Pubmed How Grapefruit protects the liverStudies with Grapefruit have shown hepatoprotective and anti-oxidative effects on the livers of patients with liver stagnation. Pubmed
StomachClenz Smoothie
This recipe is all about your stomach, which is the first major part of the digestive system. Your stomach has a lot of work cut out for it, including protein digestion. By eliminating the heavy proteins from your diet while detoxing you give your body a rest and reduce acidity. By providing protein-digesting enzymes, along with a nice alkalizing effect this smoothie is great for soothing the stomach and improving digestion. You can add a little ginger or fresh mint to pep it up and support digestion even more. Makes 800-900ml Ingredients: 1 thick slice of fresh Pineapple 1/2 medium Papaya (or Paw Paw) 1 small or 1/2 large Cucumber 200ml Coconut milk 200ml Coconut water Fresh Ginger and/or Mint to taste 6-8 cubes of ice 1 scoop of BodiClenz powder Stevia (optional) Method: Chop all ingredients adding lighter ingredients to the blender first. Blend until smooth. Enjoy. https://www.youtube.com/embed/tns02Vl6orQ More about Digestive Enzymes Enzymes are powerful catalysts that get the metabolic ball rolling. We have added Papaya and Pineapple to this recipe due to their high levels of enzymes. They are two of the richest plant sources, as attested by their traditional use as natural “tenderizers” for meat. Papain and bromelain are the respective names for the protein-digesting enzymes found in these fruits and these are also included in the Herbal DETOX, Digezaid and BodiTune products to assist in the digestive process. See more about the power of enzymes here
KidneyClenz Smoothie
It’s very important to look after your kidneys when detoxing, as your body will dump acid during the process of alkalizing body fluids. You can also use this smoothie regularly if you have a history of kidney stones, gout or recurring urinary tract infections. By providing both the alkalizing effect of celery and kidney stimulation from parsley, along with the protective effect of cranberry, this smoothie is great for supporting your kidneys during the BodiClenz, BodiTune, Detox, or Slim programs. Add a little fresh ginger to pep it up, or honey to sweeten. Makes up to 800ml Ingredients: 1/2 cup fresh Cranberries (or 1 heaped Tablespoon dried) 1 stalk of Celery 1 handful of fresh Parsley 1/2 fresh Orange 400ml filtered water 6-8 cubes of ice Add Ginger and/or Stevia/Honey to taste 1 scoop of BodiClenz powder Method:Roughly chop all ingredients adding lighter ingredients to the blender first. Blend until smooth. Enjoy. https://www.youtube.com/embed/w3-vZxLvfUs