Sugar-Free Apple Pie Detox Drinks
With the changing seasons, did you know that autumn is a perfect time of the year to detox? And I’ve got the perfect fall detox solution and it tastes like apple pie! Sound yummy? You bet it is! And, if you’re like me, looking for a way to cleanse, boost your energy level, and shed a few of those extra summer “fun” pounds…apple pie doesn’t sound like a bad way to detox..does it? My all-natural Apple Cider Vinegar Elixir is one of my faves for getting all the delish benefits your body needs for a quick detox that will leave you feeling fabulous. Did you know that apple cider vinegar is a powerful superfood? It definitely tops the charts when it comes to health benefits and when taken regularly those benefits are extraordinary! Just what exactly IS an elixir you may ask. It’s a magical or medical potion that’s supposedly able to prolong life. Elixirs have been used for thousands of years to nourish and heal. With ingredients such as herbs and flowers, elixirs can range from simple to complex. I like to keep mine simple.
Why I Love ACV (Apple Cider Vinegar)
Before I share my magically wonderful Apple Cider Detox Elixir with you, it’s important to know that when purchasing apple cider vinegar that you’re getting it raw and unfiltered. Filtered and pasteurized vinegars lack the enzymes and other nutritional properties that have a positive effect on the digestive process. Raw and unfiltered ACV also contains valuable minerals and trace elements, LDL cholesterol lowering pectin, fat burning acetic acid, anti-viral malic acid, live enzymes, and many other beneficial nutrients. Here are some specific reasons why I love apple cider vinegar:
It Helps Detox the Liver Apple cider vinegar not only acts as a post-toxin “rinse”, but is also amazing at preventing colds and the flu. And with “sick season” right around the corner, it’s always a good idea to take some preventative measures. A tablespoon of ACV in a big glass of water taken 20 minutes before each meal is usually the recommended dosage for daily detoxification. And when you take my Apple Pie Elixir, I promise you’ll be looking forward to making this a daily habit.
It Aids in Weight Loss, Increases Metabolism, and Reduces Sugar Cravings There have been numerous articles written recently about the benefits apple cider vinegar contains to help you lose weight. It has a positive impact on insulin production, which is how it prevents fat accumulation. If you eat grains it helps to “eat up” the starches in the body as well. And one of my favorite reasons to use apple cider vinegar is for its ability to fight food cravings…sugar included!
It’s Packed with the “Good” Bacteria your Body Needs Apple cider vinegar is full of the good bacteria your body needs, and when taken regularly will do wonders to boost immunity and rinse out the digestive track (and other bacteria-ridden areas in the body). It’s full of acetic and malic acids, which are some of the most beneficial when it comes to improving the makeup of your intestinal flora. Apple cider vinegar can also help control the spreading of candida in the large intestine, which is a common debilitating issue in a lot of people that have a high sugar diet.
It Helps Increase Energy If you’re feeling sluggish, apple cider vinegar can prove to be just the pick-me-up you need. It’s been considered one of the greatest health tonics and has literally been used for thousands of years. Hippocrates was actually the first person recorded to use apple cider vinegar as a health tonic way back in 400BC and used it to treat many of his patients. Drinking an Apple Cider Vinegar Elixir daily is widely known to increase stamina and give you the energy you need to make it through the day.
It’s because of all these fabulous benefits that I truly believe in the power of apple cider vinegar to provide one of the best ways to get in a quick detox. And once you’ve tasted my Apple Cider Vinegar Elixir, it might just become something you want to offer yourself every day for overall increased health and wellness.
How to Make an ACV Elixir Taste Great and Sugar-Free
As delicious as the benefits of apple cider vinegar may be, we all know it certainly doesn’t taste that great. I however, have a sensational solution. I created my Apple Pie Elixir because while I’m wild about the benefits apple cider vinegar offers, I’m too am not so crazy about the way it tastes. I simply had to create this recipe. Make this recipe and you will find that detoxing with apple cider vinegar doesn’t have to taste bad after all! And yes, my Apple Pie Elixir is sugar-free. Many recipes out there use honey or maple syrup in them. Don’t get me wrong. Those sweeteners are all natural and I totally support the theory of the natural energy that they give us. I just prefer to use liquid stevia. LIVEFIT Apple Cider Vinegar Apple Pie Elixir Recipe
• 1 cup cool, warm or hot water • 2 Tbsp. Braggs Raw unfiltered apple cider vinegar • 1 drop Lemon essential oil (or a squeeze of lemon juice) • 1 drop Cinnamon essential oil (or 1 tsp. of cinnamon powder) • 10-12 drops Vanilla Sweetleaf brand stevia* • 1 drop Ginger Oil (optional) * As an extra energy boost you can substitute 1 tsp. of local raw honey or maple syrup in place of stevia
During a detox, I recommended drinking this elixir three times a day, twenty minutes before each meal for maximum detox benefits. IF you are new to ACV, dilute with a little more water until you and your system are comfortable with it. Remember, this is a detox drink and you will be assisting your body in elimination of toxins. After a detox keep drinking this elixir just once a day before breakfast or lunch. You’ll keep your system running strong, continue to crush sugar cravings and reap all the benefits I’ve mentioned. Click here to check out this video I made to learn more about my elixir. Because I LOVE green smoothies, I also want to share the following recipe with you as well. It’s a great addition to an apple cider vinegar detox and will leave you feeling amazing. LIVEFIT Apple Pie Detox Smoothie
• 2 Tbsp. Braggs raw unfiltered apple cider vinegar • 1 ½ cups water • Handful of greens (spinach, kale, etc.) • ½ apple • 1 doTERRA Cinnamon essential oil (or 1 tsp. of cinnamon powder) • 1 drop doTERRA Lemon essential oil (or a squeeze of lemon juice) • 10 drops vanilla stevia (regular stevia works just as well)* – Handful of ice cubes
Blend this all up in the Vitamix and there you have it! * Note: As an extra energy boost you can substitute 1 tsp. of local raw honey or maple syrup in place of stevia
Should You Drink ACV Elixir Hot or Cold??
One of the fabulous things about my Apple Cider Vinegar Elixir is that you can enjoy it either as a hot tea or refreshing “holistic cocktail” . Either way is going to give you the detox benefits you’re looking for…and it’s going to taste great!
Hot* Dissolve all ingredients in the recipe above in hot water, then add the apple cider vinegar to the mixture. Consume immediately for an amazing hot tea. Just make sure not to heat up the ACV by itself as that will kill all the good enzymes it contains!
Cold Make up a big batch and store my LIVEFIT Apple Cider Vinegar Elixir recipe in an airtight jar in the fridge for an iced detox drink you can enjoy anytime. All you need is 8 oz. per serving so be sure to drink it in small doses. You can keep this elixir in the fridge for up to a week at a time.
I believe so much in the power of apple cider vinegar to help with the detoxification process that I’ve also included it in my All Natural Sugar Detox Program! You’ll find that incorporating ACV into your life will not only help you detox and rid your body of accumulated toxins, but will make you feel and look better in the process. Did I mention that ACV is amazing for healthy skin as well?
Yep, the benefits are outstanding. But don’t take it from me. Try my LIVEFIT Apple Cider Vinegar Elixir or my LIVEFIT Apple Pie Detox Smoothie and you’ll quickly see for yourself just how powerful it can be. If you need to get your hands on pure essential oils to add to your elixir, simply click here.
I’m happy to answer any questions you might have about apple cider vinegar and it’s benefits as one of the best detox solutions you can find. Please email me at roseann@roseannzaft.com. Cheers to your health!