Apple–Lemon Detox Drink (Refreshing & Nutritious)

By Muhammad Faizan

Apple–Lemon Detox Drink (Refreshing & Nutritious)

A simple, delicious homemade drink made from fresh apples and lemon. Great as a morning refreshment, a vitamin-boosting beverage, or a low-calorie alternative to sugary drinks.

Ingredients (Servings: 2)

  • 1 large green or red apple (washed, chopped)

  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice (½ lemon)

  • 1–2 cups water

  • 1 teaspoon honey (optional)

  • 3–4 mint leaves (optional)

  • Ice cubes (optional)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the apple:
    Wash and chop the apple into small pieces. Keep the peel on for extra fiber.

  2. Blend:
    Add chopped apple, water, and honey (if using) to a blender. Blend until smooth.

  3. Strain (Optional):
    If you prefer a clear juice, strain through a fine mesh or cloth. Otherwise, leave pulp for added fiber.

  4. Add lemon:
    Stir in fresh lemon juice right before drinking to preserve vitamin C.

  5. Serve:
    Pour into a glass, add mint leaves or ice cubes, and enjoy!

Description

This apple–lemon drink is lightly sweet, citrusy, and refreshing. The natural fiber from apples combined with the zing of lemon makes it a great morning or mid-day beverage to hydrate and nourish the body.

Tips

  • Green apples give a tangy taste; red apples make it sweeter.

  • Don’t add lemon before blending—its bitterness increases if blended.

  • Add ginger (½ tsp) for a spice kick.

  • For a thicker smoothie, use less water.

  • Drink immediately for best flavor and freshness.

Nutritional Info (Approx. per serving)

(Values vary slightly by apple size)

  • Calories: ~70

  • Carbs: ~18 g

  • Fiber: 2–3 g

  • Natural sugars: ~14 g

  • Vitamin C: High (from lemon)

  • Fat: 0 g

  • Protein: <1 g

Benefits (Realistic & Evidence-Based)

This drink may help with:

  • ✔ Hydration

  • ✔ Vitamin C intake (boosts antioxidant levels)

  • ✔ Natural fiber (supports digestion)

  • ✔ Replacing sugary beverages

  • ✔ Refreshing low-calorie drink option

Note:
No drink—apple + lemon or otherwise—can cause extreme or rapid weight loss. Healthy weight change comes from balanced eating, movement, and lifestyle habits.

Q & A

1. Can I drink this every day?

Yes, it’s safe as part of a balanced diet.

2. Can it burn fat or cause fast weight loss?

No drink alone can do that. This can support hydration and reduce sugary drink intake, which indirectly helps healthy habits.

3. Can I store it?

Drink fresh. Lemon and apple oxidize quickly, reducing flavor and nutrients.

4. Can I use lemon concentrate?

Fresh is best, but natural concentrate works in a pinch.

5. Can I drink it on an empty stomach?

Yes—unless you have acid sensitivity, in which case dilute the lemon more.

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