Bloated Belly? 3 Delicious Cocktails!

A bloated stomach is one of the most common ailments among women. Whether you are overweight or thin: a  bloated stomach occurs not only because of an inadequate diet.

Sometimes it can be associated with slow metabolism, intolerance to certain products or irritable bowel syndrome. Before we choose an adequate treatment method, first of all, we need to determine the reason.

Of course, it is worth introducing natural home remedies to alleviate this ailment into your daily routine. Today we will offer you 3 delicious cocktails that are a great remedy for a bloated stomach.

Cocktails for a bloated stomach

Watermelon, lemon, strawberry and mint smoothie

The following drink works great especially when we come home tired, swollen and weakened.

The main ingredient is watermelon, but it can also be, for example, a melon. These are the fruits rich in water and potassium, that fight swelling, improve digestion and provide the body a number of antioxidants.

Also, remember that both watermelon and strawberries are high in lycopene and beta-carotene. Hence the attractive red color. Adding a little lemon juice will create a really powerful remedy for a bloated stomach.

Lemon juice eliminates toxins, reduces swelling and has an alkaline effect, which optimizes the work of our body.

Mint, in turn, has the following properties:

• It has a relaxing and antispasmodic effect. It improves metabolism and soothes pain.
• Thanks to the presence of essential oils such as menthol, it protects the stomach and intestines. It has anti-inflammatory and antibacterial properties.

Ingredients

• 1 cup of diced watermelon (220 g)
• 10 strawberries
• One lemon juice
• 1 cup of water (200 ml)

A method of preparing

• It’s really easy and only takes a moment. The first thing to do is to prepare 220 g of watermelon (you can melon – whatever you prefer). We also squeeze the lemon juice.

• We cut strawberries in half and wash. Put all ingredients (including water) into the juicer (you can also use a blender).
• The point is to get a smooth cocktail. You can add two ice cubes. Enjoy your meal!

Pineapple, grapefruit and prickly pear cocktail

There is nothing better for a bloated stomach and gastric problems than pineapple. It contains bromelain – an enzyme that can soothe stomach and intestinal problems that cause swelling.

Prickly pear, in turn, is a kind of gift from Mother Nature. It cleanses our bacterial flora and guarantees proper digestion. Large amounts of soluble fiber eliminate toxins.

Prickly pear is also a source of plant protein that affects blood circulation and fights fluid retention. Awesome!

Ingredients

• 1 grapefruit
• 1 tablespoon of fig opuntia extract (10 g)
• 1 cup of water (200 ml)

A method of preparing

• The most important thing in the cocktail is the prickly pear. You can buy it at herbal and health food stores. For the recipe, you will need an extract from its stems.
• Now squeeze the grapefruit juice. Put all ingredients into the juicer.
• We drink the resulting cocktail on an empty stomach every day. The effect will be visible all day long. This is the best way to get a flat stomach!

A smoothie made of papaya, pear and aloe

Papaya is a great remedy for any gastric problems. Papain is similar to bromelain: it affects acidity, gas and gas.

If we combine it with a pear, the properties are even better. Pear  fights constipation, indigestion, relieves pain and inflammation. It is especially recommended during infection with the Helicobacter pylori bacterium  .

Ingredients

• 1 cup of diced papaya (170 g)
• ½ pears
• 1 tablespoon of aloe extract (15 g)
• 1 cup of water (200 ml)

A method of preparing

• First, we prepare an aloe vera extract. You definitely have it at home.
• Now we dice the papaya and pear. Remember that we only need half a pear.
• Put all the ingredients into the juicer, add a glass of water and it’s ready!

All of the above cocktails are proven remedies for a bloated stomach. Don’t hesitate and try each of them. They will not let you down for sure!