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Is Sweet Lime, Pomegranate and Apple Juice healthy?

Yes, this is healthy. But restrictions apply to some.

Let's understand the Ingredients.

What's good.

1. Oranges, Sweet Lime (Mosambi) Citrus fruits : Low in calorie and rich source of fiber. Fruits are low carb and high in Vitamic C. Oranges, Sweet Lime are rich in Vitamin A. Sadly in India, poor rural families who don't get enough fruits like oranges, mango and papaya have high incidence of night-blindness. Read this article on benefits of citrus fruits. 

2. Apples : Being low in sodium, apples are effective against high blood pressure because of its diuretic effect. Don't peel the fruit to get maximum apple benefits. Two-thirds of the fibre and lots of antioxidants are found in the peel. Apple benefits diabetics as the soluble fibre assists in regulating blood sugar and is heart friendly. See detailed 9 health benefits of apple. 

3. Pomegranate, Anar : Pomegranate has anti-inflammatory properties. Pomegranate is considered as a heart-healthy fruit. Pomegranates contain nitrates which are shown to improve exercise performance. A study conducted on athletes stated that pomegranates if taken 30 minutes before exercise, significantly enhances the blood flow to the exercising muscles. High in vitamin C, a good source of fiber and low in calories, pomegranate juice contains antioxidants that will help to protect your blood lipids from oxidation and good for heart. See detailed benefits of pomegranate. 

4. Mint Leaves (Pudina) : Mint (pudina) being an anti-inflammatory reduces the inflammation in the stomach and shows a cleansing effect. Sipping on a healthy drink like fresh mint and lemon tea is the best option to overcome nausea for mums-to-be. Moreover it's vitamin A (10% of RDA) and vitamin C (20.25%) serve as an additional boost to bring relief from cough, sore throat and also cold. See here for detailed benefits of mint leaves. 

Can diabetics, heart patients and over weight individuals have Sweet Lime, Pomegranate and Apple Juice  ?

Yes for heart patients.  Pomegranate juice contains antioxidants that will help to protect your blood lipids from oxidation and good for heart. No for diabetics as any juice will push blood sugar up. Better to have the fruit. Good for weight loss.

Can healthy individuals have Sweet Lime, Pomegranate and Apple Juice ?

Yes, this is a healthy juice recipe with ZERO sugar.

Sweet Lime, Pomegranate and Apple Juice is good for

1. Healthy Lifestyle recipes

2. Weight Loss drinks

3. Athletes Juices : A study conducted on athletes stated that pomegranates if taken 30 minutes before exercise, significantly enhances the blood flow to the exercising muscles.

4. Healthy Heart drink

5. Pregnancy juice : 

6. Kids healthy recipes

7. Cold and cough :  Fruits are low carb and high in Vitamic C.

8. Good for eyes  : Sweet lime is rich in Vitamin A. Sadly in India, poor rural families who don't get enough fruits like oranges, mango and papaya have high incidence of night-blindness.

Sweet Lime, Pomegranate and Apple Juice is high in

1. Fiber : Dietary fiber reduce the risk of heart disease, prevent the spike in blood sugar levels and hence super for diabetics. Consume more fruits, vegetables, moong, oats, matki, whole grains.

2. Vitamin C :  Vitamin C is a great defence against coughs and colds.

Note : a recipe is deemed high in a Vitamin or mineral if it meets 20% and above the recommended daily allowance based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

How to burn 113 calories that come from one small glass of Sweet Lime, Pomegranate and Apple Juice?

Note: These values are approximate and calorie burning differs in each individual.