Cranberry juice and apple cider vinegar for weight loss

Getting a flat stomach does not happen with exercise alone.

The most effective method is a combination of a clean diet and exercise. If you eat a clean diet, you can get away with less exercise, however, it won't work the other way around.

One of Jillian Michaels secrets is cranberry juice. Most people associate cranberries with urinary tract infection remedies. However a combination of unsweetened cranberry juice, lemon, apple cider vinegar, and a dash of sea salt could be the magical health and weight loss drink.

Cranberry juice and apple cider vinegar for weight loss

Here's why...

Unsweetened Cranberry juice is an excellent source of antioxidants and encourages more frequent urination.

Apple Cider Vinegar (ACV) with the mother has powerful healthy compounds including potassium, magnesium, probiotics, enzymes, and acetic acid which kills the bad bacteria and promotes the growth of good bacteria. ACV is also known to suppress appetite and reduce sugar cravings by decreasing blood sugar levels. Many of my diabetic patients drink 1-2 tablespoons of ACV in 2 ounces of water 15 minutes before meals and have noticed a change in the after-meal glucose readings.

Lemon is alkalizing and a great stimulate for the liver as it has Vitamin C, Vitamin B6, Vitamin E, potassium, magnesium, folate, thiamine, and copper. It helps aid in digestion by stimulating the liver to produce bile and moving food through the digestive tract. The vitamin C acts as an antioxidant which helps fight free radical damage. Free radicals contribute to aging and many inflammatory conditions. Lemons also contain pectin, a fiber found in fruits, that help you feel full longer.

Sea salt is rich in trace minerals and is very different from table salt. It contains 60 trace minerals and many important electrolytes like calcium, magnesium, potassium, and sodium. Inadequate salt in one's diet can be linked to insufficient production of hydrochloric acid (HCL) in the stomach, which will affect the digestive system. In addition, low potassium levels can cause lethargy and sugar cravings. Therefore, mineral balance is vital for many bodily functions.

And for the recipe...

Cranberry Detox Drink

  • 8 ounces water

  • 2 ounces organic unsweetened cranberry juice

  • 1-2 tablespoons Bragg’s Apple Cider Vinegar

  • juice of ½ lemon

  • pinch of sea salt

Mix all ingredients and enjoy!

Makes 1 serving.

Triple the recipe and drink before breakfast, lunch, or dinner or in between meals.

Cranberry juice and apple cider vinegar for weight loss

Do you need to give your body a break from all the Christmas cookies, Eggnog with Bourbon and Beef & Bernaise?

Start your day with a kickass healthy drink of Cranberry, Apple Cider Vinegar & Lemon Juice. This power drink is packed with healthy juices that boosts your metabolism into high gear, cleanses the system, and kills sugar cravings.  I learned about the Cranberry, Apple Cider Vinegar & Lemon Juice Drink drink from Dr. Eric Berg,  a popular wellness doctor and author. You can watch his video to learn about the science behind apple cider vinegar. (The  drink recipe is discussed at mark 10:00). I noticed improvements right away when I tried it, and now always keep a mug in the fridge ready to sip. It is especially good the next morning after eating large, heavy, fatty meals like Thanksgiving, Pasta Alfredo or an All-Pork Belly Porchetta feast. I've told several of my friends and family about it and they have now become converts.

Yes, Cranberry, Apple Cider Vinegar & Lemon Juice Drink is as tart as it sounds. The trick is to add ice cubes, lots of water and keep it chilled.  Dr. Berg's recipe calls for 6 ounces of water but I usually add 10 ounces of water. I have also tried Perrier in lieu of water and find that very refreshing too.

Cranberry juice and apple cider vinegar for weight loss
To get the maximum effectiveness of this drink, you must high quality ingredients. The cranberry juice must be 100% pure juice - no sugar or other juices added. Bragg Organic Apple Cider Vinegar comes with the "mother" in the bottle and is considered the best apple cider vinegar.  You can use the juice of fresh lemons of course. However I strongly recommend that you get a bottle of  Italian Volcano organic lemon juice, which has the juice of 40 fresh organic lemons. You can order it at Amazon.

Cranberry, Apple Cider Vinegar & Lemon Juice Drink - A Morning Power Kick

This tart, refreshing drink has numerous health benefits and should be a daily addition to your diet.

Prep Time 5 minutes

Total Time 5 minutes

Servings 1 Serving

  • 2 ounces pure cranberry juice
  • 1 - 2 teaspoons Italian Volcano Organic Lemon juice
  • 1 - 2 teaspoons Bragg Apple Cider Vinegar
  • 6 - 10 ounces spring water

  • Add to a 16 ounce glass or sports cup.

  • Mix and sip before meals.

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    Does apple cider vinegar and cranberry juice help lose weight?

    Drinking cranberry juice (unsweetened cranberry juice) aids digestion and supports renal and cardiovascular health and more. Drinking cranberry juice mixed with apple cider vinegar makes a healthy immune booster drink that helps cleanse our system and promotes weight loss.

    What is the mixture of apple cider vinegar and cranberry juice?

    The ingredients blend together to make a tart purple juice that packs a punch. Apple cider vinegar makes this detox juice acidic and tangy while helping aid in digestion.

    What does cranberry and apple cider vinegar do?

    This apple cider vinegar and cranberry detox drink can help kickstart your metabolism, boost energy, and rev up a sluggish digestive system. ACV and cranberry juice are the perfect combo to help detox kidneys, liver, circulatory system, and give your immune system a boost.

    How many days should I drink apple cider vinegar to lose weight?

    According to a study published in the Journal of Bioscience, Biotechnology, and Biochemistry, Apple Cider Vinegar can result in effective weight loss after three months (or 12 weeks). People in this study dropped an average of 4 pounds by consuming 1 to 2 tablespoons of diluted apple cider vinegar every day.