Blue Spiked Lemonade

Blue Spiked Lemonade

Ingredients: Blue Spirulina, Lemon, Ginger, Pineapple

HEALTH BENEFITS:

Blue spirulina is a blue-green algae that grows in both fresh and salt water. It can primarily be found in lakes and rivers. It’s considered a superfood due to the number of nutrients and antioxidants it contains.

• Rich in many nutrients - magnesium, potassium, and manganese 
• Powerful antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties 
• May lower cholesterol and triglyceride levels 
• Protects LDL cholesterol from oxidation 
• May have anti-cancer properties 
• May reduce blood pressure 
• Improves symptoms of allergic rhinitis (nose allergies)
• Could be effective against anemia 
• May improve muscle strength and endurance 
• Could support blood sugar control 

 Lemon juice has many health benefits, including:

• Immune system: Vitamin C in lemons can help boost your immune system.  
• Skin: Vitamin C in lemons helps produce collagen, which keeps skin supple and elastic.  
• Kidney stones: The citric acid in lemons can help prevent kidney stones by making it harder for your body to produce crystallized waste. The National Kidney Foundation recommends drinking 4 ounces of lemon juice per day to prevent kidney stones.  
• Heart health: Lemons contain flavonoids, which may help reduce the risk of heart disease and stroke.  
• Antibacterial properties: Lemon juice has antibacterial and antifungal properties.  
• Digestion: Drinking lemon water in the morning can help with digestion.  
• Iron absorption: Vitamin C in lemons helps your body absorb iron from food. This can be especially helpful for vegans and vegetarians.  
• Sore throat: A home remedy for sore throats is warm water mixed with honey and lemon.  
• Weight loss: The pectin in lemons can help you feel full longer.  
• Oral health: Vitamin C is important for teeth and gums. Lemon juice can also help with oral disorders like scurvy. 

 Ginger juice may have many health benefits, including:

• Nausea relief Ginger can help with nausea from chemotherapy, pregnancy, or motion sickness.  
• Improved digestion Gingerol, a compound in ginger, helps food move through the digestive system more efficiently.  
• Reduced inflammation Ginger may help reduce inflammation from allergic reactions or overexertion.  
• Pain relief Ginger can help with pain and aches, and may help sore muscles and joints recover faster.  
• Improved blood sugar levels Ginger has antidiabetic properties and may help control hyperinsulinemia.  
• Reduced cholesterol Ginger may help reduce LDL (bad) cholesterol, total cholesterol, and blood triglyceride levels.  
• Antioxidant Ginger contains antioxidants, which can help prevent DNA damage and stress.  
• Improved respiratory function Ginger may help reduce symptoms of asthma.  

Ginger has been used for thousands of years to treat a variety of ailments.

 Pineapple juice has many potential health benefits, including:

• Digestion Pineapple juice contains bromelain, an enzyme that helps break down proteins in food. This can help with digestion, especially for people with pancreatic insufficiency. 
• Inflammation Pineapple juice contains bromelain and vitamin C, which can help reduce inflammation. This can help with infections, injuries, and osteoarthritis. 
• Heart health Bromelain may help break down blood clots and cholesterol deposits in arteries, which can reduce the risk of heart disease. 
• Eye health Pineapple juice contains vitamin C, beta-carotene, and vitamin A, which can help reduce the risk of macular degeneration and cataracts. 
• Skin health Vitamin C and beta-carotene in pineapple juice can help improve skin texture and protect against age-related changes. 
• Bone health Vitamin C and manganese in pineapple juice can help with bone health, formation, and density. 
• Immune system Pineapple juice can help boost the immune system. 
• Cancer Pineapple juice may help mitigate the side effects of chemotherapy and radiotherapy. 
• Hormone balance Pineapple contains components that may help balance hormones.