Managing Blood Sugar Levels with a Simple Celery and Lemon Concoction

Tools You’ll Need:

• A blender or juicer
• A fine strainer (if you prefer a smoother drink)
• A knife and cutting board
• A glass for serving

Step-by-Step Method

Step 1: Clean the Ingredients

1. Rinse the celery stalks thoroughly under running water to remove dirt and pesticides. You can use a vegetable brush for extra cleanliness.
2. Wash the lemon with warm water, especially if you plan to use the zest.

Step 2: Prepare the Celery

1. Chop the celery stalks into smaller pieces to make blending or juicing easier.

Step 3: Extract Lemon Juice

1. Cut the lemon in half and squeeze out the juice into a small bowl. Remove any seeds.

Step 4: Blend or Juice the Ingredients

1. Using a Blender:
   • Add the chopped celery and lemon juice to the blender.
   • Add 1 cup of water for easier blending and to dilute the flavor if preferred.
   • Blend until smooth.
2. Using a Juicer:
   • Feed the celery through the juicer.
   • Mix the freshly juiced celery with the lemon juice.

Step 5: Strain (Optional)

• If you prefer a smoother drink, pour the mixture through a fine strainer or cheesecloth to remove the pulp.

Step 6: Serve

• Pour the concoction into a glass and drink immediately for maximum freshness and nutrient retention.

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