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Servings:
2
Detox Cred: Starting the day with this nutrient-dense elixir is a delicious way to charge your system with nutrients. Dark leafy greens are extremely alkalizing, meaning they foster a more neutral body environment for better functioning enzymes, compared with acid-forming foods like meats and dairy.
Ingredients
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6 romaine leaves, chopped
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4 kale leaves, chopped
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½ cup fresh parsley sprigs
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½ cup chopped pineapple
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½ cup chopped mango
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1 inch fresh ginger, peeled and chopped
Directions
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Combine romaine, kale, parsley, pineapple, mango, ginger, and 1 1/2 cups water in a blender and blend until smooth.
Originally appeared: Whole Living, January/February 2012