Now we are really into the summer days here in
Kathmandu and temperatures are soaring our appetites can get depleted leaving
us feeling a little low on energy, a little grumpy and irritable. Here are two super foods that can give
us a lift and fill us up without leaving us feeling heavy after eating, this is
my summer mango and pomegranate shake and it is so easy! Just cut up one whole
mango and one whole pomegranate and blend together with a little mint and bobs
your uncle, chill it in the fridge for a little cooling and a little
relief!
Pomegranate is considered one of the fruits of
paradise; a symbol of health and has been recommended by ayurvedic
practitioners for centuries. It is
packed with antioxidants, packed with 45% of your daily need of fibre, helping
digestion and keeping the colon healthy.
It is rich in anti-inflammatory properties, which boosts our immune
system and best of all is a natural aphrodisiac, keeps us looking younger and
releases our stress levels! Much
needed in a hot and dusty city!!
Mango is very rich in vitamin C which again provides
antioxidants and boosts immunity, a great source of Vitamin A which can help
with our vision and also contains a healthy pro-biotic fibre.
You could add water if you wanted a more refreshing
lift as a snack or have it for a meal in itself, great in the evening instead
of a full dinner leaving you feeling lighter and more energized in the morning
when you get up.
I love the mango season and as for pomegranates well
a fruit of paradise lets say no more!
Enjoy
Om shanti shanti shanti
Mangala / nicky.
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