When properly combined with the right fruits and vegetables, cucumbers can become the foundation for glasses of juices to help control weight, reduce cravings and improve metabolism in a short time, if used in parallel with a healthy diet.
According to Dr. Lisa Young - a nutritionist at New York University (USA), juices rich in water and low in natural sugar can help create a feeling of fullness, thereby supporting a reduction in calorie intake during the day. It is important not to consider juices as a quick weight loss solution, but as a support tool when used properly, she emphasized.
Formula 1: Cucumbers - green apples - lemons
Wash the cucumber, leave the skin on; remove the seeds from the green apple; add a few drops of lemon juice. Green apples provide pectin fiber, which helps prolong the feeling of fullness, while lemons aid digestion. This juice is suitable to drink in the morning or mid-session, helping to reduce cravings for snacking.
Formula 2: Cucumbers - celery - ginger
Celery is low in energy but rich in potassium and antioxidants. A small slice of ginger helps warm the body, supporting metabolism. Dr. Mark Hyman, a functional medicine doctor in the US, said that green vegetables are rich in water and minerals that help reduce water retention, thereby making waistline less compact in a short time.
Formula 3: Cucumbers - pineapple - mint
Pineapple contains the enzyme bromelain that aids in protein digestion, while mint helps reduce bloating. This recipe is easy to drink, suitable for after lunch or dinner, helping to limit the feeling of heavy belly.
For 7 days, you can take turns drinking 1-2 glasses of juice/day without adding sugar or condensed milk. Experts recommend eating enough main meals with lean protein, green vegetables and starch in moderation, and drinking enough filtered water.
Sustainable weight loss does not come from fasting or just drinking juice. However, if used properly, juices combined with cucumber can become a small, healthy habit, helping the body feel more relaxed and supporting the weight control process in the first week.
