As registered dietitians and personal trainers, we always have clients asking us what they can do to stay on track and feel light and healthy – not only during the summer, when overindulgences at BBQs, beach trips or summer concerts can leave you less than bikini-ready– but all year round, everyday living can leave jeans feeling a bit snug! Funny you—and they should ask! 😉 Because this last weekend we were just in need of our solution, ourselves! Three visits to (three!) Italian restaurants in one weekend (yum! –and eeks!) left us craving our veggie-packed kitchens and our solution– our beloved “detox” drinks-. And while we still ate mostly healthy meals there, we definitely can’t wait for our “detox” drinks to help get us back to bloat-free! We’re obsessed with them just as much as you and our clients are, and we love switching up the flavors to keep things interesting!
This one is inspired by our favorite summer flavors – sweet & juicy watermelon, refreshing cucumber, zesty lime, and fresh basil! But it doesn’t only taste delicious, this summery detox drink will also make you feel amazing by flushing bloat and keeping you hydrated any time of year!
We’re so in love with these detox drinks that we’ve even made them a huge part of 21-Day Body RebootTM, our life-changing program to help you jumpstart fat loss and feel energized and rejuvenated without feeling restricted. And although our bodies are naturally equipped to detox and cleanse, you can give yourself a serious leg up with certain health-promoting foods and drinks (like this one!). We call these drinks Clean-ToxTM drinks because they are so good at boosting your body’s natural detox process when you eat “clean,” wholesome food.
Want to check out more of our bloat-flushing “detox” drinks? Here are a few hotties!
Grapefruit Ginger Mint “Detox” Drink
Cucumber Blueberry Water Flush
Green Grape & Matcha Detox Drink
Apple Cider Vinegar & Lime “Detox” Drink
What makes this summery combo especially good for you? Here’s why it’s our bikini-season hero!
It helps prevent sweet cravings
Just like our other detox drinks, this lil’ number keeps sweet cravings at bay by filling up your belly so you don’t make hangry decisions. We all know how hard it is to say no to donuts when you’re hangry ;). When you’re filled up on good-for-you food and drinks, it’s so much easier to stay on track! Plus the natural sweetness of watermelon and basil gives your taste buds just what they’re looking for without loads of sugar or calories!
It flushes bloat
Hanging out in a bikini is no fun when you’re bloated, so we made sure this detox drink was filled with ingredients that keep your belly flat! Watermelon and cucumbers are both chock full of potassium, which helps flush out sodium and keep fluid balance normal (buh bye bloat!). Basil also works wonders for flat bellies! It’s in the same family as mint, so it calms down your digestive system and keeps everything running smoothly. We’re pretty obsessed with both mint and basil – we’ve even been known to chew on a few leaves straight! Add all that to water, the ultimate bloat-flusher, and you can kiss puffiness goodbye!
It speeds up muscle recovery
As personal trainers, we know that working out is key to getting that flat-belly bikini body. But that doesn’t mean you have to suffer from sore muscles. Research shows that watermelon helps speed up muscle recovery after exercise, so this drink will help you rehydrate and get back to feeling your best after a tough sweat session!
It’s a lifesaver for your skin
Ever wonder why cucumbers go on your eyes at the spa? Nope, it’s not for a snack in case you get hungry during a facial. Cucumbers do wonders for keeping your skin glowing and wrinkle free because of the vitamin C and silica content! Watermelon is your skin’s best friend too, especially in the summer. It’s loaded with “nature’s sunscreen,” lycopene, which helps prevent skin damage from sunburn to keep your skin healthy!
Give this Flat-Belly drink a whirl and let us know what you think!
Watermelon Cucumber Basil “Detox” Drink
Yield: 4 servings (8 oz per serving)
Ingredients:
½ cup cubed watermelon
½ cup diced cucumber
6-8 basil leaves
Juice of ½ lime
32 oz water
Directions:
- Combine the watermelon, cucumber, basil, lime, and water in a large pitcher. Let sit for at least 2 hours, or refrigerate overnight. Feel free to muddle the ingredients with the back of a wooden spoon to get most of the flavor out!
- Strain the mixture, if you’d like, and enjoy! You could also blend everything together with a little ice for an ultra-refreshing slushie! 🙂
If you strain the mixture, your drink will be virtually calorie-free, but you’ll still get all the benefits!
Nutrition info per serving (if you eat the fruits & veggies or blend it all together)
10 calories, 0g fat, 0g saturated fat, 52 mg potassium, 3g carbohydrates, 0.4g fiber, 2g sugar, 0g protein
- Ingredients:
- ½ cup cubed watermelon
- ½ cup diced cucumber
- 6-8 basil leaves
- Juice of ½ lime
- 32 oz water
- Directions:
- Combine the watermelon, cucumber, basil, lime, and water in a large pitcher. Let sit for at least 2 hours, or refrigerate overnight. Feel free to muddle the ingredients with the back of a wooden spoon to get most of the flavor out!
- Strain the mixture, if you’d like, and enjoy! You could also blend everything together with a little ice for an ultra-refreshing slushie! 🙂
- If you strain the mixture, your drink will be virtually calorie-free, but you’ll still get all the benefits!