Centrifuges, whether they are fruit or vegetable, or a mix of both, are not only thirst quenching drinks, but also rich in beneficial properties. From do not confuse with smoothies or smoothies, are the result of the separation, through the centrifuge process, of the juice from the pulp and peel. No addition of milk, ice cream, or yogurt. What ends up in the glass is a real concentrate of vitamins and mineral salts, especially useful when our body is exposed to the scorching heat of summer. Here are some fresh and non-alcoholic summer centrifuged recipes to prepare at home and always keep "within reach".

Plums, raspberries and blueberries, a concentrated detox

Let's start with a centrifuged based on seasonal fruit: plums, raspberries and blueberries. Thanks to the presence of Red fruits this drink has antioxidant, anti-inflammatory and diuretic power, as well as being a concentrate of vitamins A and C. These properties, combined with the laxative power of plums, make it a detox centrifuged. To prepare it you need four plums, three tablespoons of raspberries, three of blueberries and the juice of half a lemon. Put the fruit in the centrifuge and, only once the extract is obtained, add the lemon juice.

With strawberries, peach and watermelon: the sweetest there is

Another centrifuge based on "summer" fruit is the one with strawberries, peach and watermelon. It could be defined the sweetest of all, even without the need to add sugar. The ingredients are ten strawberries, a peach and a slice of watermelon, about 150 grams of pulp. Wash the strawberries, peel the peach and put them in the centrifuge together with the pulp of the watermelon. To make the drink even fresher you can add the juice of half a lime and a few mint leaves.

Apple and carrot, a great classic with a touch of ginger

Apple and carrot have always been hand in hand. To make it more appealing classic winning combination, one can rely on ginger. In addition to giving a spicy flavor to the centrifuged, this plant also plays an important role purifying action. To prepare it, just centrifuge two apples, two carrots and five grams of fresh ginger root.

Not only with fruit: with tomato and celery

Not only with fruit. Centrifugates can, and indeed must, also be prepared with vegetables. One that applies to everyone is tomato and celery. Spinning two tomatoes, a stalk of celery and a pinch of salt, is obtained a low-calorie and very refreshing drink. Excellent as non-alcoholic aperitif, to be served with a little ice, this centrifuged is not only good but also healthy. Both vegetables, in fact, are rich in mineral salts and vitamins, but also water and fiber, which serve to combat water retention and help the regular functioning of the intestine.