This is a simple recipe that creates a lovely meal with gorgeous tomatoes – a beautiful splash of red! This is a great recipe during all the herbal programs. Serves 4 people Ingredients: 4 cups of tomato juice 12 medium tomatoes with the skins removed 1 medium-sized cucumber Half a red onion 2 cloves of garlic 1 green capsicum (diced small) 1 tsp of honey 3 x spring onions (chopped) Juice of half a lemon Juice of half a lime 2 dstsp of wine vinegar 1 tsp of tarragon 3 tsp of fresh basil (torn) Half a tsp of cumin A quarter of a cup of fresh parsley 2 dstp of extra virigin olive oil Salt and black pepper Method: Keep a small portion of the cucumber and diced tomatoes to create some texture and for garnish at the end. Put the remaining ingredients in the Ladyship blender and process. Chill in the fridge until very cold. Add some of the reserved tomatoes and cucumber but leave a little for garnish on top. Decorate with additional basil if you have any and garnish. Perfect for: Herbal DETOX program Herbal SLIM program Herbal DETOX n’ SLIM program Tarragon Although mainly known as French Tarragon, is thought to have originated in the Central Asia region, probably in Siberia. Tarragon has been used as a traditional remedy to stimulate appetite and alleviate anorexic symptoms. Fresh tarragon is one of the highest antioxidant value food sources among the common herbs. The herb is a very rich source of vitamins such as vitamin-C, vitamin-A as well as B-complex group of vitamins.
Tofu & Green Bean Curry
Here is a hot little number to surprise you. Serves 4 people and all from one pot! Ingredients: 125 gm (1/2 cup) green beans packet of firm tofu (about 200gm) 10 x sliced mushrooms 2 x chopped onions 1 tbsp of curry paste (Indian or Thai ) 1 tbsp tamari sauce (optional) 1 can of coconut milk (or grate 1 coconut and squeeze into water to make coconut milk) Method: In a pot, heat the curry paste and coconut milk and mix together. Add mushrooms and tofu and bring to simmer. Add the beans and onions A variation is to use fish instead of tofu, and courgettes (very chunky chopped) instead of beans – great with Thai green curry. Miso can be used instead of tamari – add at end of cooking to preserve vital nutrients. Serve with salad or cooked green vegetables. Perfect for: Herbal DETOX one and two month programs Herbal SLIM program Herbal DETOX n SLIM Program
Beetroot & Grapefruit Smoothie
A wonderful superfood combination! Ingredients: 1 large bunch of Cilantro 2 x sachets of BodiTune DETOX n SLIM Protein Powder Half a large Avocado 1 x Grapefruit Half of a large Beetroot 2 big pieces of Ginger 3 dstsp of Dates 6 to 8 cubes of ice 400ml of water Method:Soak the dates in half a cup of water. Chop the Cilantro into chunky bits and with the Avocado add to the Ladyship Blender. Chop the ends off the Grapefruit, chop into 4 pieces and add to blender. Chop off the ends off the Beetroot and then chop into pieces. Chop up Ginger leaving the skin on. Add Beetroot and Ginger to blender. Throw in 2 sachets of the DETOX n SLIM Protein Powder and the dates into the blender. Add ice cubes and 200ml water. Then blend adding approximately 200ml as you go. Did you know? Beetroot has exhibited significant Liver protective activity and is purported as a health-promoting food that might be useful for reducing the risk of developing cardiovascular diseases hypertension, stroke, and the immune disorder inflammatory bowel disease. Read More Cilantro contains no cholesterol. Its leaves possess good amounts of antioxidants, essential oils, vitamins, and dietary fiber, which help reduce LDL (the bad cholesterol) while raising HDL (the good cholesterol) levels. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y8HQTzvOwtk Perfect for: Herbal DETOX Program BodiClenz Program Herbal SLIM Program Herbal BodiTune DETOX n SLIM Program Grapefruit – Did you know? Grapefruit has been shown to encourage weight loss. Choosing to eat grapefruit instead of other foods will cause you to eat less but it also stimulates liver metabolism and detoxification. Several studies have shown weight loss results such as: Participants started eating less resulting in a decrease in the overall density of calories and total energy intake (20-29% decrease). Participants experienced an average weight loss of 7.1%. Significant reductions were observed in body fat percentage, trunk fat, android fat, gynoid fat, and waist circumference (-4.5 cm).. The increase in HDL-cholesterol levels was 6.2% for the group with certain drinks and 8.2% for the group with other specific drinks. Reference Here
Cacao Bean & Spinach Smoothie
Antioxidant Heaven – this unusual combination will surprise you! Ingredients: 3 bunches of organic spinach 2 x stalks of celery Half an avocado 2 x dstsp of organic cacao beans 2 x dstsp of gogi berries 1 x sachet of DETOX n SLIM Protein powder 200ml to 400ml of water Method: Soak the Gogi berries in half a cup of water. Chop the spinach into chunky pieces and add to the Ladyship Blender. Chop the celery and with the avocado add to the blender. Add the Gogi berries, cacao beans, and DETOX n SLIM Protein power. Add 200ml of water and blend adding water as needed until smooth and yummy. Pour into a glass and enjoy. Did you know? Chocolate can be good – Cacao is the highest whole food source of magnesium, which is the main mineral missing from modern cultures’ diets. Magnesium improves the muscle contractions in the bowels and helps to relax the heart and cardiovascular system. The dark chocolate antioxidants have been clinically proven to dissolve plaque built up in the arteries which help in reversing heart disease and causes naturally lower blood pressure. Perfect for: Herbal DETOX Program Herbal SLIM Program Herbal DETOX n SLIM Program
Beetroot, Silverbeet & Gogi Berry Smoothie
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IzOIZHts-9QA deep red superfood smoothie that is great for your blood! If now is the time to start your Herbal SLIM then this is the perfect way to begin. Superfood smoothies along with a Brett Elliott herbal detox can really get your body humming. Ingredients: 3 to 4 leaves of silverbeet Half a beetroot 2 dstsp of Gogi Berries 1 x apple 1 x sachet of DETOX n SLIM Protein Powder A cup of blackberries 1/2 cup of Almonds 6 to 8 cubes of ice 200ml of water Method: Chop the silverbeet into pieces and put it in the bottom of the Ladyship Blender. Slice apple and add to blender. Add blackberries, soaked almonds, and DETOX n SLIM Protein Powder. Slice up the beetroot and add to the blender with the 6 to 8 ice cubes. Blend until smoothie, pour and enjoy! Did you know? Swiss Chard/Silverbeet: The leaves are a brilliant source of the antioxidant vitamin, vitamin-C – It provides about 33% of recommended levels per 100g. It is one of the best vegetable sources for vitamin-K. Vitamin K has a potential role in bone health by promoting bone formation and strengthening. Perfect for: Herbal DETOX Program Herbal SLIM Program Herbal DETOX n SLIM Program
Rocket, Mango & Chia Seed Smoothie
Now here is an unexpected superfood smoothie surprise! Ingredients: 1 x Mango 2 dstsp of Chia Seeds soaked in half a cup of water 3 to 4 leaves of Rocket 1 x Kiwifruit 1 x Carrot 1 x sachet of BodiTune Detox ‘n Slim Protein Powder 1 dstsp of Coconut Oil 6 to 8 ice cubes 200ml of water Method:Chop the rocket and add to the Ladyship Blender. Take the ends off the kiwifruit, cut into pieces leaving the skins on then add to blender. Add the Chia seeds, slice the mango into pieces and add. Chop carrot and add to blender. Add the BodiTune Detox ‘n Slim Protein powder with its 40 different natural herbs, fruit, and vegetables. Add the coconut oil, cubes of ice and water. Blend until smooth, put and pour and enjoy! Did you know?Chia Seeds: Despite being very small, Chia seeds have many important nutrients. They have omega-3 fatty acids, which raises HDL cholesterol levels – that’s the good cholesterol that helps protect against heart attack and strokes. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WeTwM7rWUysPerfect for: Herbal DETOX Program Herbal SLIM Program Herbal BodiTune DETOX n SLIM Program
Tomato, Leek & Onion Soup
I love this soup. It’s got to be my favorite soup for detoxing. Great for any time of year! Super healthy, high in antioxidants, and excellent for your herbal detox program or herbal slim program. Serves 4 people Ingredients: 4 small or 2 x large onions 1 x large leek 6 cloves of garlic 1 can of chopped tomatoes 4 fresh tomatoes 100gm of tomato paste 1 tsp turmeric 1 tsp Cayenne (or paprika) 1 tsp caraway seeds 2 tsp miso paste Method: Finely chop and lightly heat onions, leek and garlic in olive oil over low heat. Sweat with the turmeric, cayenne and caraway seeds for a couple of minutes. Add canned tomatoes, chopped fresh tomatoes and tomato paste. Add water to make enough soup and stir over heat until the vegetables are cooked. Just before serving – add 2 teaspoons of miso. Adding at the end of cooking preserves the nutrients in miso. I like to add a little chopped parsnip into mine to give that extra texture. Watch the speed version video here. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IpN5ds9SiEA Did you know?Paprika gets its hotness from capsaicin, it has beneficial medicinal properties with lots of therapeutic benefits. It has anti-inflammatory and antioxidant effects and is known to lower the risk of cancer. It might surprise you to know that the spicy paprika has 9 times the level of vitamin C than a tomato. It is a popular antibacterial agent known to help with blood pressure and boost circulation. It also helps digestion – increases salvia production and digestive acids and enzymes. A hot little number! Perfect for: Herbal DETOX Program Herbal SLIM Program Herbal BodiTune DETOX n SLIM Program
Lettuce & Parsley Smoothie
This combination is great for alkalizing the body and for reducing indigestion and bloating. Rich in enzymes it will surprise you! Ingredients: Half of an Iceberg Lettuce 3 to 4 heads of Parsley 1 ring of Pineapple 1 x large Apple 1 x cup of soaked Cranberries (optional) 2 dtsp of Coconut oil 1 x BodiTune DETOX n SLIM Protein powder 1 x Kiwifruit Method:Chop lettuce into chunks and add to the Ladyship Blender. Chop up parsley, take the skin off the ring of pineapple and chop up then add both to the blender. Slice up the apple leaving the skin on and add to the blender with the DETOX n SLIM protein powder. Add the soaked cranberries. Add coconut oil for some fat. Slice the ends of the kiwifruit, chop up and add to blender. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j_az6hzpk8YReducing acid in the body: Arthritis is a major disease in the western world and what’s it caused by? Toxic levels of acids in the body. An acidic system causing the body to leach calcium into the circulation, there causing Osteoporosis, Gout, and Arthritis. Acid is another toxin that a good Herbal DETOX can reduce. This recipe is perfect for helping to reduce acid. Perfect for: Herbal DETOX Program Herbal SLIM Program Herbal DETOX n SLIM Program
Beetroot, Celery & Chive Salad
How simple can a great salad be? Serves 2 people Ingredients: 2-3 whole beetroot ½ a head of celery a handful of fresh chives Method: Peel and steam beetroot until a little soft but still firm. Allow to cool, then chop into bite-sized wedges. Chop celery into small pieces and stir into beetroot along with finely chopped chives. Dress with fresh lemon juice or red vinaigrette. Did you know? Beetroot – A little red beauty! Beetroot is packed with Glutamine, an amino acid, essential for the intestinal tract to be healthy and well maintained. Its fiber has been shown to increase the level of antioxidant enzymes in our bodies, (particularly glutathione peroxidase). It has also been shown to increase the number of white blood cells, which are responsible for detecting and get rid of abnormal cells. Some studies have shown beetroot juice makes difference in blood pressure, lowering it is great for avoiding heart disease and strokes. Read more on the Health Benefits of Beetroot Here Celery – Healing powerhouse. Studies have shown that celery has an anti-inflammatory, anti-cancer, and healing effect on the stomach. It can also help reduce blood pressure and cholesterol and acid load in the body. Read more on the Health Benefits of Celery Here Perfect for: Herbal DETOX program Herbal SLIM Program Herbal DETOX n SLIM Program
Carrot & Mango Smoothie
Ingredients: 1 x large carrot Half a mango Half a lemon 2 x sticks of celery Cup of blueberries 2 x dstsp of coconut oil Large piece of ginger root 1 x fennel stork DETOX n SLIM Protein Powder 6 to 8 cubes of ice 200ml of water Method: Chop up celery into chunks and add to Ladyship Blender. Cut up one fennel stork and the half lemon then add to blender. Cut up the ginger, slice up mango, chop up carrot and throw in blender. Add 2 dessert spoons of coconut oil with ice cubes and water Blend until smooth and enjoy. If you would like to have more recipes sent to you by email then subscribe here FREE Detox your body: As part of a herbal detox program, this recipe can totally boost your metabolism and clear acids, reduce inflammation and pain plus give you real clarity. Over 75,000 people have completed this program see their detailed reviews here Did you know? Fennel contains its own original combination of phytonutrients. They include the flavonoids rutin, quercitin, and various kaempferol glycosides – these all create strong antioxidant activity.Possibly the most interesting phytonutrient found in fennel, is anethole. In animal studies, it has been shown to reduce inflammation and to help prevent the occurrence of cancer. It’s most common use in herbal medicine is for the relief of digestive disturbances such as flatulent, bloating and colic. Perfect for: Herbal DETOX Program Herbal SLIM Program Herbal DETOX n SLIM Program