While the lemon is an excellent source of vitamin C and a good source of folic acid, ginger is documented for its many health benefits, for example to help digestion, help prevent nausea, or help fight the flu and common cold. Have a look at the article of Joe Leech, dietitian, in Authority …
Limonana
This is the limonana, the famous Middle Eastern lemonade made from freshly squeezed lemons - limon in Hebrew and Arabic, and fresh mint leaves - nana in Hebrew and Arabic. Limonana is a perfect drink for summery weather. And for the rest of the year too!The lemon is an excellent source of vitamin …
Strawberry and orange infused water
Makes 1 to 1.5 litres.Ingredients3 to 4 strawberries, hulled and sliced 3 slices of orange, cut into halves Filtered waterPreparationAdd the orange and strawberry to a glass bottle with a large opening, and top up with filtered water.Infuse for 3-4 hours in the fridge (after …
Passion fruit and almond milk smoothie
This passion fruit and almond milk smoothie is a lovely, healthy smoothie - the passion fruit is a rich source of antioxidants, minerals, vitamins and fibre. This is a great way to enjoy homemade almond milk!The quantities in the recipe make 2 smoothies. It is ready in a few …
Apple and cinnamon infused water
Makes 1 to 2 litres.IngredientsHalf an apple 2 cinnamon sticks Filtered waterPreparationCut the half apple into halves, remove the seeds and cut into thin slices.Transfer the apple to a glass bottle with a large opening.Add the cinnamon sticks, and top up with filtered …
Lemon, mint and cucumber infused water
Nothing fancy here, but this lemon, mint and cucumber infused water simply tastes great, and is healthy!It makes 1 litre (+ 1 litre as I was able to reuse the lemon, cucumber and mint for a second batch).IngredientsHalf a lemon Half a small cucumber A small handful of fresh mint …