Carrot: Did you know if you ate too many carrots you would turn Orange! Well not really, but the beta- carotene’s in carrots will trigger the production of Vitamin A production in the body thus giving you a glowing completion.
Besides that, carrots have tons of vitamin C, which has been the secret ingredient in beauty products across the globe for centuries now. Vitamin C helps clear skin of blemishes and acne. It is also a great cure for oily skin!
Benefits of carrots
contain healthy doses of both vitamin A and beta-carotene, which can reduce
inflammation and encourage cell turnover (like a natural exfoliation).
acne-fighting foods also help strengthen your skin’s defences against bacteria that
can cause flare-ups.
increases bile secretion, which can increase metabolism. Metabolism is the rate at
which your body converts energy into food. Bile is a fluid that breaks down fat.
Contain vitamin C, which has healing properties. It helps skin recover faster from
external wounds and trauma
Coriander is one of those things that people either love or hate. Whichever side of
the fence you sit on in respect to coriander, it’s hard to deny that its health
benefits. this leafy green herb helps the body detoxify itself of heavy metals. It is
also a good source of vitamin K which helps with blood clotting. We think it tastes
great too, especially blended into a smoothie.
Coriander is extremely rich in:
folate,
antioxidants,
vitamin C and beta-carotene.
Your skin feels soft, supple and glowing when your cells are armoured against stress and
degeneration with the help of antioxidants. These antioxidants prevent the movement of
free radicals in the body, thus slowing down the ageing process. It allows the skin to retain
its elasticity.
Carrot is a powerhouse of iron which leads to an increase in the haemoglobin levels in the body
and prevents anaemia that can cause dull skin. It is a well-known fact that your skin is a
reflection of your internal health.
Carrot coriander smoothie also contains ginger which is good for settling the
tummy. We also love the numerous anti-inflammatory benefits of ginger.
Ingredients
3 carrots (pealed and boiled)
1 cup coriander
2 cloves garlic
1 onion
1 thumb ginger
2 stalks for fresh parsley
pepper and salt to taste
2 tbps coconut cream
water to blend
Directions
Blend all and warm up before eating- Perfect for winter nights!
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