Ways to lose excess weight include diets, exercise, and fat burning wraps. But there is another technique that has an important advantage over others. This technique involves cocktails for weight loss. They are easy to prepare at home and will help you lose weight in style.
The benefits of cocktails for weight loss
Slimming cocktails contain ingredients such as milk, berries, fruits and vegetables. Therefore, they are a source of vitamins and microelements.
In addition, they have the following beneficial properties:
- They contain a small amount of calories. One serving has around 200 kcal, but at the same time it is nutritious and filling. A cocktail can replace a full meal or complement a light snack. Depending on the ingredients, a cocktail replaces a piece of meat.
- A shock dose of vitamins entering the body helps maintain the protective capabilities of the immune system, thereby increasing the body's resistance to all types of infections.
- Some cocktails, like a brush, cleanse the body of toxins and toxins.
- Protein shakes rich in protein give the body an energy boost.
- The components of the cocktails are selected so that they do not contribute to the accumulation of fat in the body, but, on the contrary, activate the fat burning process.
- It helps those who exercise to keep their bodies in top shape.
Milk-containing cocktails contribute to:
- increasing calcium levels in the body;
- pressure drop;
- normalization of intestinal function;
- Stabilization of the cardiovascular system.
The weight loss cocktail prepared at home has a "transparent" composition. Find out what it is made from and how fresh the ingredients were used.
Damage
Homemade cocktails for weight loss will not harm the body if fresh ingredients of appropriate quality are used. The only exception is an allergic reaction to one of the components of the drink. But that is individual. In this case, it is recommended to replace the ingredient with another one that you are not allergic to.
How does a fat burning cocktail work?
The fat burning cocktail is formulated in such a way that it necessarily contains one of the components that promote weight loss:
- Fruits and vegetables.These are foods that are rich in fiber, vitamins and minerals but contain a minimal amount of calories. They fill the stomach, supply the body with all the essential substances, satisfy the feeling of hunger, but are not stored in fatty tissue.
- Oatmeal.They tend to swell in a humid environment, which happens in the stomach, so when drinking oatmeal-based cocktails, the feeling of hunger quickly disappears.
- Dairy products.They contain vitamin D, which is essential for activating fat burning.
- Water.Necessary to activate metabolism. It performs a transport function, removing waste and toxins from the body and thus accelerating the process of losing weight.
In addition, weight loss cocktails have the following properties, without which they would not be as effective:
- Weight loss shakes often contain fiber and pectin, eliminating the feeling of hunger.
- Homemade cocktail recipes do not add sugar.
- The energy potential contained in the cocktail is completely used by the body.
- The consistency of the drink is loose and foamy, which makes it possible to deceive the body: it seems that a lot is being drunk, but in fact the portion is small.
Different cocktails
Weight loss cocktails prepared at home according to various recipes also differ in their mechanism of action.
They can be:
- With detox effect.They help cleanse the intestines and rid the body of toxins and toxins, which is achieved through a laxative effect. Their action is aimed at stimulating intestinal motility and improving microflora.
- Energy.Promote the production of joy hormones, increase energy and activity, and help maintain a positive attitude towards losing weight. The best time to take it is in the morning. Typical ingredients: honey, aloe, citrus fruits.
- Fat burning.They stimulate blood circulation due to the effect on the body of hot spices (these include cinnamon and ginger, which are popular ingredients in fat-burning cocktails), vegetables (especially spinach, celery, parsley) and citrus fruits (lemon, orange, grapefruit). This speeds up metabolism and speeds up the weight loss process. They are particularly effective during sports or other physical activities, but if they are not present, they are useless for weight loss.
- Diuretic.They help remove excess fluid from the body, which means they eliminate swelling and volume in the body. The effect will be especially noticeable in the first few days after you start drinking the cocktail, but it will be the water and not the fat that disappears. The main ingredient in diuretic cocktails is green tea.
- Dietary.These are cocktails whose recipe contains products whose total calorie content does not exceed 100 kcal. This can include fruits and vegetables as well as low-fat dairy products. They are particularly effective as a substitute for breakfast, lunch or dinner.
- Gives a feeling of fullness.Contains appetite suppressing foods. They contain a large amount of fiber, which tends to fill the stomach, dulling the feeling of hunger. These are drinks based on oat flakes, bran, legumes, herbs, apples and citrus fruits.
- Soy.They are made from soy milk and are particularly valued in sports nutrition because their consumption makes it easier to build muscle. They have a double effect: on the one hand, they promote weight loss by speeding up metabolism and reducing appetite, and on the other hand, they help build muscle mass and increase endurance. Ideal for intensive training.
- Protein.A separate group of cocktails for weight loss prepared on a milk basis. Helps increase endurance and performance, lose weight while maintaining muscle mass. The composition includes low-fat dairy products, chicken protein, soy and seafood. You can drink them 30 minutes before and after training, between meals, or replace one with a cocktail.
General cooking rules
Cocktails for weight loss (prepared at home) will be of the best quality,if you follow some recommendations for their preparation:
- Use a blender. This froths the contents, making the portion appear larger. In addition, its consistency becomes homogeneous and is suitable for consumption as a drink.
- Measure food accurately. When measuring the ingredients by eye, there is a risk that the product quantity and therefore the calorie content will be exceeded.
- Milk and milk-containing products must contain a minimum of fat, otherwise the calorie content will increase.
- According to the recipe, you should not replace fresh vegetables and fruits with canned or dried ones - it is best to use fresh ones; if it is not available, for example in winter, resort to frozen.
- Eggs can be used both boiled and fresh.
- Cocktails cannot be prepared in advance and stored in the refrigerator. Cocktails have the best weight loss properties when they are fresh and freshly prepared. All vitamins and nutrients are retained.
- It is better to buy spices whole and grind them into powder yourself in a coffee grinder.
Cooking functions:
- The ingredients included in the cocktail recipe must be chopped and placed in a blender bowl.
- Then liquid is poured in there - the required amount.
- Turn on the device and beat for 1-2 minutes until foam forms.
- Pour into a glass.
Use cocktails correctly
Options for taking cocktails for weight loss:
- Replace one or more meals with a drink. Experts advise replacing dinner.
- Instead of a snack after breakfast or after lunch.
- Before going to bed, after a light dinner, so as not to be tormented by the feeling of hunger during sleep.
- Before meals (30 minutes before) to activate metabolism and start burning fat.
- Before or after training (30 minutes before or after 30 minutes).
It is necessary to choose a single dosage regimen without changing it during the weight loss process.
Application rules
- Slimming cocktails are gradually being introduced into the diet as they can cause allergic reactions. Do not drink more than 1 tbsp daily for the first week. Cocktail made at home. If no negative reactions are detected next week, add 1 more tbsp. Cocktail, if necessary
- You need to drink the cocktail slowly. Firstly, this gives you the opportunity to enjoy the taste of the drink, and secondly, it provides a feeling of satiety. It is recommended to drink the cocktail through a straw.
- Cocktails only achieve their maximum effect when combined with exercise and diet.
- If the effect does not occur within 2 weeks, this method is not suitable for losing weight.
- Weight loss shakes do not contain sugar, but honey is sometimes added to them. To increase the effectiveness of the cocktail, it is better not to add honey.
Strawberry smoothie with flax seeds
This cocktail activates fat burning and curbs the feeling of hunger.You need to take 1 tbsp. l. Flax seeds, sort them out and grind them in a coffee grinder. 100 g of strawberries must be washed and poured into a blender.
Pour in flaxseed powder there, add 350 ml of low-fat milk and 120 ml of yogurt and beat until a homogeneous mass is formed. Pour the cocktail into a tall glass. Decorate the top with strawberry halves if desired.
Cocktail with spices
You need to take a stalk of celery and 5-6 sprigs of parsley. All this should be washed, cut and mixed. Add 130 g of low-fat cottage cheese, add 150 ml of milk, add pepper, garlic, ginger in any quantity and beat everything again with a mixer. Nutritionists recommend drinking this cocktail after training or other physical activity.
Drink with cottage cheese and orange
You will need half a liter of low-fat milk, low-fat cottage cheese (200 g), 5-6 orange slices and a few pineapple rings. Before mixing the ingredients, it is necessary to heat the milk until warm and peel the orange slices from the foil.
Then all ingredients must be placed in a blender and mixed. The cocktail is then poured into a glass and consumed as the main meal on fasting days.This drink is very filling.
Tangerine cocktail with kefir
3 small tangerines, peeled and sliced. Each slice must be removed from the foil. Then you need to put the peeled slices in a blender and add 2 tbsp. milk, 1 tsp. linseed oil and 0. 5 tbsp. low-fat kefir. Whisk all ingredients thoroughly until light foam forms.
Chocolate cocktail
Made with banana, yogurt and cottage cheese. In order for the banana to be sweeter, it must first be frozen. For the cocktail you need half a banana and 150 g of cottage cheese. Mash the banana and cottage cheese with a fork, then pour the mixture into a blender and add 1 tsp. Cocoa and 100 ml yogurt or skimmed milk.A cocktail prepared according to this recipe contains a lot of protein and helps satisfy hunger.
Cocktail with black pepper and kefir
To prepare the cocktail, you will need 150 g of soft cottage cheese (it is better to take children's cottage cheese so that it is free of grains). You need to mix cottage cheese, half a glass of kefir and 3-4 tbsp. l. Water, egg whites from two boiled eggs, some green coriander. Add a pinch of black pepper on top. The cocktail has a fat-burning effect and contains only 50 calories per 100 grams.
Sports pear cocktail
Half of the soft pear must be peeled and grated on a fine grater or pureed in a blender. In a blender you need to put the pear mass and a handful of berries, add 100 ml of low-fat milk and add 50 g of low-fat cottage cheese. Mix all ingredients until smooth.
Banana with cinnamon
A delicious protein shake is made from just four ingredients: milk, banana, cottage cheese and cinnamon. In addition to the satiety effect, it also has a fat-burning effect. Cinnamon not only promotes weight loss, but also has a positive effect on health.
For example, it makes sense to use it for diabetes to cleanse the body.It has antioxidant properties, promotes the resorption of cholesterol plaques and improves immunity.
In a blender you need to mix 200 ml of liquid ingredient, add 2 peeled bananas, 100 g of cottage cheese and a little cinnamon to taste. Milk, cottage cheese and banana have nutritional properties, and cinnamon has a fat-burning effect.
Ginger
Ginger helps suppress hunger, increases sweating, speeds up metabolism and burns fat. Experts recommend drinking ginger drink 30 minutes before meals.
To prepare a ginger cocktail you need 1 tbsp. Natural yogurt without colors or flavors. It must be poured into a blender and add 2 dl. honey, 1 tbsp. Apple juice, 1 dl. grated ginger root or 1 tsp. dry ginger powder, a pinch of cardamom. Stir everything until smooth and drink.
Oatmeal smoothie
Oatmeal shake creates a feeling of satiety by filling the stomach. Since oatmeal contains a lot of fiber, such a cocktail also effectively cleanses the intestines, thereby helping to improve digestion and lower cholesterol levels. This cocktail can replace a full breakfast or an afternoon snack.
One of the recipes for an oat cocktail is to mix 50 g of oat flakes with a banana and 1 tbsp. milk and 1 tbsp. l. Honey.
Cucumber smoothie for fat burning
Helps saturate the body with fiber and improve digestion. The addition of lemon juice and ground ginger also achieves a fat-burning effect. You need to take a peeled cucumber, cut it, put it in a blender and add 1-2 tbsp. l. Lemon juice, 20 g ginger powder and a few mint leaves.
All ingredients are mixed in a blender. Since this cocktail is spicy and also contains acid, it should not be used for ulcers and gastritis, as well as other inflammatory diseases of the gastrointestinal and urinary tract.
Green cucumber
Another cucumber cocktail is a green cocktail, since in addition to cucumber, the composition contains only water and various shades of green. In a blender, mix one peeled cucumber, 1 tbsp. Water and several sprigs/leaves of spinach, parsley and a stalk of celery.
Beetroot kefir detox cocktail
Nutritionists also advise those who want to lose weight to drink a cocktail of beets and kefir. In addition, you can drink not just one, but 3-4 tbsp. cocktails per day.However, keep in mind that the cocktail ingredients have laxative properties.The beets must be cut into small pieces, placed in a blender, diluted with a glass of low-fat kefir and mixed together.
You can easily make a cocktail at home using a mixer. A homemade cocktail is healthier than store-bought mixtures, it allows not only to save money, but at the same time to control the quality of the weight loss drink. Thanks to the variety of recipes, you can prepare different cocktails every day without suffering from the weight loss process, but also enjoying it.