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Watermelon Kidney Cleanse


Because watermelons are full of organic water, they act as a natural diuretic to tonify and cleanse kidneys. The recipe’s spicy ginger and cooling mint will stimulate and support digestion. This simple, delicious juice requires only a blender to prepare.


Yield: 2-4 servings


Naples 841-6611 Ft Myers 936-4199 Phyllis C. Weber


Acupuncture Physician


6 cups cubed watermelon, chilled (about 1½ lbs) 1-2 Tbsp ginger, chopped 1 cup mint leaves Juice of 1 lime Pinch of sea salt


Pinch of cayenne pepper (optional)


1. Place all ingredients in a blender at high speed until smooth.


3. Pour through a fine strainer or sieve; for well-strained results, line the strainer or colander with cheesecloth.


2. Serve chilled or over ice, garnished with a sprig of mint.


Virgin Bell Mary


This juice is a fortifying cousin of a Bloody Mary. The red bell peppers are loaded with antioxidant vitamins A and C; lycopene, protective of heart and lungs (American Cancer Society and The American Journal of Clinical Nutrition); and lutein and zeaxanthin, both sup- portive of eye and skin health (American Society for Nutritional Sciences and Clinics in Dermatology). Plus, they lend a beautiful crimson color and tangy sweetness. Add a pinch of cayenne for an extra kick. This one’s perfect for Sun-


38 Collier/Lee Counties swfl.naturalawakeningsmag.com Bonus: Smooth Bell


Gazpacho Soup The Virgin Bell Mary juice makes a succulent base for a smooth soup. Place prepared juice in a blender and add:


2 cups seeded, diced tomato 1 avocado 1 Tbsp olive oil 1 tsp agave nectar


1. Blend until smooth and season with sea salt and fresh black pepper.


2. Garnish with finely chopped basil.


day brunch or an afternoon pick-me-up. Yields: 2-4 servings


4 cups red bell peppers with stem, seeds and veins removed


1 cucumber, cut into quarters lengthwise 6 stalks celery 4-6 sprigs cilantro 4-6 sprigs parsley 1 clove garlic 1 inch of fresh ginger


Pinch of cayenne pepper, to taste Pinch of sea salt, to taste


Freshly ground black pepper, to taste 1. Wash and prepare vegetables.


2. Juice all vegetables, garlic and ginger in a juicer.


3. Stir in cayenne, salt and pepper to taste.


4. Option to add one ounce of good quality vodka (Grey Goose, Belvedere, or Ketel One are excellent choices) to each serving to de-virginize, then serve with a tender rib of celery. Serve immediately.


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