The Complete Encyclopedia of Slimming Foods (Part 3): Index of Metabolic Accelerators and Natural Antioxidant Foods

Bitter melon: Rich in Vitamin C, it helps skin growth and relieves fatigue. It's freshest in summer. In a delicious summer juice, 1/4 bitter melon (about 50g) paired with a banana provides 95 calories.

Komatsuna: In addition to iron, vitamin C, and calcium, it also contains various vitamins and minerals, making it suitable for daily consumption to maintain a balanced diet. It's freshest in winter. In the Golden Recipe Tuesday, 1 head (about 40g) of komatsuna is the main ingredient, providing 71 calories. In the Golden Recipe Wednesday, 1 head (about 40g) of komatsuna is mixed with apple and yogurt. In the Golden Recipe Saturday, 1 head (about 40g) of komatsuna is paired with honey and apple. In the Golden Recipe Sunday, 1/2 head (about 20g) of komatsuna is used in a luxurious recipe. In Juice 1 for improving anemia, as a variation, 1/2 head (about 20g) of komatsuna replaces spinach, providing iron and calcium.

Ginger: Gingerol gives ginger its spicy taste. It can promote blood circulation, raise body temperature, and improve symptoms of cold constitution. It is freshest from summer to autumn. In the juice recipe for treating cold constitution, eat one piece (about 10g) of ginger with the skin on to promote metabolism.

Watermelon: Rich in potassium, it helps eliminate salt and water, reducing edema. Its red pigment, lycopene, has antioxidant properties. Freshest in summer. In Juice 2, which helps alleviate excessive alcohol consumption, 80g of watermelon provides 42 calories. Evolution: In Juice 1, which avoids excessive salt intake, 60g of watermelon replaces cantaloupe for a refreshing taste and is rich in potassium.

Crushed sesame seeds: In addition to vitamin E, which helps prevent aging, black sesame seeds also contain anthocyanins, an antioxidant. In Juice 1, which improves anemia, 1 tablespoon of crushed sesame seeds has hematopoietic properties. In Rainbow Juice (Black), 1 tablespoon of crushed black sesame seeds, when added to improve absorption, provides 168 calories.

Celery: Rich in potassium, which has a diuretic effect and can relieve edema. Its unique aroma has a calming effect. It is freshest between winter and spring. In Juice 1, which helps avoid excessive salt intake, 1/3 stalk (about 40g) of celery is paired with cantaloupe. Evolution: In Juice 3, which helps relieve stomach discomfort caused by overeating, 1/4 stalk (about 30g) of celery replaces clover to relieve bloating.

White radish: Contains amylase, which breaks down starch, as well as various other enzymes, making it particularly effective for bloating. It's freshest from autumn to winter; summer white radishes are spicier. In Juice 2, which helps relieve stomach discomfort caused by overeating, cut 1cm (about 45g) of white radish into chunks with the skin on to promote digestion.

Soy milk: Contains soy saponins, which have a diuretic effect, and is rich in protein and B vitamins, which are good for the skin. In Juice 3, which treats cold constitution, 150ml of soy milk provides protein. In Juice 1, which reduces edema, 100ml of soy milk is combined with cucumber. In Juice 1, which improves anemia, 100ml of soy milk aids in iron absorption. In Rainbow Juice (Black), 100ml of soy milk provides 168 calories.

Tomatoes: Rich in lycopene, their antioxidant effect is twice that of beta-carotene and 100 times that of vitamin E. They are also effective for skin whitening. Freshest in summer. Variations: In Juice 3 for brightening skin, 1/2 tomato (about 85g) replaces a bell pepper, rich in vitamin C. In Juice for boosting immunity, 1/2 tomato (about 85g) is mixed with broccoli. In Rainbow Juice (Red), 1/2 tomato (about 85g) provides 27 calories. In Juice 1 for addressing sun protection, 1/2 tomato (about 85g) inhibits melanin production.

Yam: Contains amylase, which promotes digestion, and mucoprotein, which protects the gastric mucosa and soothes gastrointestinal fatigue. It's freshest in winter. In Rainbow Juice (white), add 2cm (about 50g) of yam to milk. Variation: In Juice 1, which helps alleviate stomach discomfort caused by overeating, add 1cm (about 25g) of yam to increase mucoprotein and create a richer flavor.