CITRUS SALAD by @charissa_and_co_wellnes ————————————————— By incorporating more plant foods into our lifestyle, we not only nourish the body, hydrate the cells but also strengthen our immune system. ————————————————— At least 70% of the immune system is located within your gut – referred to as gut-associated lymphoid tissue (GALT) – Therefore a well balanced nutritious lifestyle with high fibre wholefoods allows for the good bacteria to thrive. ————————————————— Most age-related diseases have a root cause linked to low levels of inflammation, chronic inflammation makes you more susceptible to chronic diseases like obesity, bad circulation, stubborn fat. ———————————————— Natural whole foods can allow your body to eliminate unwanted toxins, look at exploring lower GI foods and foods higher in Omega-3 Fatty acids, as well as increasing your antioxidant content, water is also key, keep your body hydrated. Focus on decreasing your inflammation to allow your body to be protected as well as preventing any damage to the tissues. ————————————————— Also hydrating the body is key, often we are dehydrate and find that we confuse dehydration with hunger. Therefore plants contain water, along with a beneficial nutrition profile. ———————————————— Easy 4 Step Citrus salad: ✽ 1 Orange slices ✽ 1 Grapefruit (White) ✽ 5 Pieces of Fresh Mint ✽ 50g Blueberries DRESSING: ✽ 1 Passion Fruit ✽ 2 ml Yacon syrup ✽ Lemon juiced ———————————————— #recipes #healthandfitness #citrus #veganrecipes #smothie #smoothiebowl #feedfeed #rawfoods #sunfood #foodblogger #salad #postworkout #veganbodybuilding #plantbased #healthyrecipes #charissa_and_co_wellness (at Asia/Singapore) https://www.instagram.com/p/Bws1ddPH_y9/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=115x4exiu1n1e