Mega Magnesium

With powerful stores of minerals, especially magnesium, the veggies in this recipe promote easier digestion along with overall health for your entire body and mind.

INGREDIENTS | YIELDS 3-4 CUPS

  • 1 cup cabbage
  • 1 cup broccoli
  • 1 cup cauliflower
  • 2 celery stalks, leaves intact
  • 2 cups chamomile tea
  1. Place cabbage, broccoli, cauliflower, celery, and 1 cup of tea in a blender and blend until thoroughly combined.

  2. Add remaining 1 cup of tea as needed while blending until desired consistency is achieved.

PER 1 CUP SERVING: Calories: 23 | Fat: 0g | Protein: 2g | Sodium: 37mg | Fiber: 2g | Carbohydrates: 5g

Magnesium Benefits

This powerful mineral is responsible for the proper functioning of our muscles and nerves, so it is very important to men and women at any age and any lifestyle. Deficiencies in magnesium can lead to debilitating conditions like diabetes, hypertension, osteoporosis, and irritable bowel syndrome. It can also negatively affect digestion by reducing its natural calming effect on muscle spasms and impairing the strength of the muscles associated with digestion.

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