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Presentation

Drink made from turmeric, orange juice, lemon juice and agave syrup.

Ingredients

Fresh turmeric root – 1 piece (≈ 20 g / 0.7 oz)

Freshly squeezed orange juice – 200 ml (6.8 fl oz / ≈ ¾ cup)

Lemon juice – juice of 1 lemon (≈ 15 ml / 1 tablespoon)

Agave syrup – to taste (≈ 1–2 teaspoons / 5–10 g)

Method

Peel turmeric

Squeeze the orange and lemon juice.

Put everything in the blender.

Allergens

• Orange: possible individual intolerance; possible cross-reaction in case of grass pollen allergy
• Turmeric: possible, albeit rare, cases of hypersensitivity or allergy to its components
• Lemon: Lemon intolerance or possible cross-reaction in case of grass pollen allergy
• Agave syrup: possible allergy or intolerance to syrup components

Notes

• Product to be prepared under strict hygienic conditions

The ingredients of the dish bring the following benefits:

• Oranges: provide flavonoids (Vit. P), antioxidants that enhance the action of Vit. C in favor of the immune and cardiovascular systems: also indicated for nephropathic patients; useful for the functioning of the liver for the supply of vitamins, mineral salts and antioxidants. They provide folic acid linked to the production of serotonin and therefore favorable to good mood and counteract depression
• Turmeric: has anti-inflammatory properties, facilitates digestion and stimulates the immune system
• Lemon: Rich in substances with antioxidant action: vitamin C, beta-carotene, cryptoxanthin, lutein and zeaxanthin, which promote the regeneration of liver cells, the functionality of the immune system and which act to protect the cardiovascular system; also suitable for nephropathic patients and useful for the functioning of the liver for the supply of vitamins, mineral salts and antioxidants. A species that provides folic acid linked to the production of serotonin and therefore favorable to good mood and counteract depression
• Agave syrup: sweetener characterized by low glycemic index, antioxidant activity, presence of vitamin C and folate, components useful for the proper functioning of the immune and cardiovascular systems.

Safety / Intended use

Can also be administered in case of:

• Anorexia – Weight Loss
• Constipation
• Xerostomia (dry mouth)

Not recommended in case of:

• Mucositis and lesions of the oral cavity (due to acidity)
• Diarrhea
• Dysphagia (see Problems Chewing and Swallowing) If Not Treated With Thickeners