Imagine a simple drink that not only tastes refreshing but also offers remarkable anti-aging benefits. Inspired by a 107-year-old who swears by this daily ritual, this carrot-based beverage is packed with nutrients essential for longevity and vitality. Here’s how to prepare this anti-aging carrot drink that can be a delightful addition to your daily routine.
Ingredients
- 4 large carrots
- 1 small piece of ginger (about 1 inch)
- 1 apple (optional, for added sweetness and flavor)
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 1 teaspoon of turmeric powder
- A pinch of black pepper (to enhance turmeric absorption)
- 1 tablespoon of olive oil or coconut oil (for healthy fats)
Instructions
Prepare the Ingredients
Wash the carrots and apple thoroughly. Peel the ginger. If you prefer a smoother juice, you can also peel the carrots and apple.
Juicing
Use a juicer to extract the juice from the carrots, apple, and ginger. If you don’t have a juicer, you can chop these ingredients and blend them with a little water, then strain the mixture to obtain the juice.
Enhance the Flavors and Nutrients
Pour the freshly extracted juice into a large glass. Add the lemon juice, turmeric powder, and a pinch of black pepper. These ingredients not only enhance the flavor but also increase the drink’s anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties.
Add Healthy Fats
Stir in a tablespoon of olive oil or coconut oil. This not only adds a smooth texture but also helps in the absorption of fat-soluble vitamins.
Mix Well
Stir the mixture thoroughly to ensure that all the ingredients are well combined.
Serve Fresh
Drink immediately to enjoy the maximum health benefits. Fresh juice can lose its potent nutrients if stored for too long.
Benefits of This Anti-Aging Carrot Drink
Rich in Beta-Carotene: Carrots are high in beta-carotene, which is converted into vitamin A in the body. Vitamin A is crucial for maintaining healthy skin, vision, and immune function.
Antioxidant Properties: Ginger and turmeric offer strong antioxidant properties that fight free radicals, reducing oxidative stress and inflammation, key factors in aging.
Hydration: This drink is also hydrating, which is essential for maintaining skin elasticity and overall health.
Cognitive Health: Ingredients like turmeric and healthy fats are beneficial for maintaining cognitive function as you age.
This drink not only aims to keep you looking youthful but supports your overall health, enhancing your quality of life as you age. Making this part of your daily routine could contribute to a longer and healthier life, much like the centenarian who inspired it. Cheers to good health and longevity!
24 Striking Tattoos That Beat the System
Nobody needs tattoo catalogs in tattoo salons anymore because anyone who wants to get a tattoo has a story that has left a mark on their hearts. In this new article, we have collected tattoos that tell a lot about their owners. And at the end of the article, there is a bonus showing that some people don’t really care what is on their bodies.
We at Bright Side are sure that tattoos are a kind of art and here are 24 examples of original and important pictures on the body that have an interesting story behind them.
An amazing 3D effect
This one is truly hypnotizing
2 hands in one
3rd degree burn scar covered by a phoenix
“The wife and I got tattoos of a diagram depicting the position of the planets as they were at the exact time we were married.”
“My girlfriend’s tattoo of her cat in a shark costume and her actual cat in a shark costume”
A simple explanation of entropy
“I proposed to my girlfriend with this tattoo, she said yes!”
When you treat any situation with humor:
“My mom’s tattoo of her mom’s birth and death date, and heartbeat into a signature. When she passes, I will get the same tattoo (relating to her of course) in her memory.”
“This is my dog and I.”
A tattoo artist from Brazil made a unique tattoo that literally opens when the arm opens.
“Tribute tattoo for my best friend who passed away”
“I found a way to incorporate a scar into something much more.”
“I got this tattoo after my heart transplant.”
Honeybees for a pair of married beekeepers
“My dad passed away 7 years ago, he got this tattoo when he turned 18, and when I turned 18, I got it too.”
“My favorite scene from Spirited Away”
“About a month ago, I lost a friend in a climbing accident. This is my reminder of him as well as a reminder to myself to climb safe.”
“Got my first tattoo done yesterday.”
“After her son passed away, this awesome lady got the image and writing from a card he’d written for her tattooed on her forearm.”
“Moved from Sydney to Ireland when I was 10. I’m 20 now and here’s my first tattoo.”
“Shortly after my mother’s death in Nov 2013, I found a notebook where she had written a random note to my sisters and I that we had never received. This was part of it and I decided to get a tattoo of it.”
Bonus: Her tattoo says “fresh spring rolls” in Thai.
Which tattoo amazed you the most? Do you or any of your relatives have any important tattoos on your body? Tell us in the comment section below.
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