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    DAILY DETOX DRINK: Cranberry, Apple Cider Vinegar & Lemon Juice

    Published: Dec 28, 2017 · Modified: Feb 13, 2022 by Cara Kretz · This post may contain affiliate links · 31 Comments

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    Daily Detox Drink

    Do you need to give your body a break from all the Christmas cookies, Eggnog with Bourbon and Beef & Bernaise?

    Start your day with a kickass healthy drink of Cranberry, Apple Cider Vinegar & Lemon Juice. This power drink is packed with healthy juices that boosts your metabolism into high gear, cleanses the system, and kills sugar cravings.  I learned about the Cranberry, Apple Cider Vinegar & Lemon Juice Drink drink from Dr. Eric Berg,  a popular wellness doctor and author. You can watch his video to learn about the science behind apple cider vinegar. (The  drink recipe is discussed at mark 10:00). I noticed improvements right away when I tried it, and now always keep a mug in the fridge ready to sip. It is especially good the next morning after eating large, heavy, fatty meals like Thanksgiving, Pasta Alfredo or an All-Pork Belly Porchetta feast. I've told several of my friends and family about it and they have now become converts.

    Yes, Cranberry, Apple Cider Vinegar & Lemon Juice Drink is as tart as it sounds. The trick is to add ice cubes, lots of water and keep it chilled.  Dr. Berg's recipe calls for 6 ounces of water but I usually add 10 ounces of water. I have also tried Perrier in lieu of water and find that very refreshing too.

    Cranberry, Apple Cider Vinegar & Lemon Juice DrinkTo get the maximum effectiveness of this drink, you must high quality ingredients. The cranberry juice must be 100% pure juice - no sugar or other juices added. Bragg Organic Apple Cider Vinegar comes with the "mother" in the bottle and is considered the best apple cider vinegar.  You can use the juice of fresh lemons of course. However I strongly recommend that you get a bottle of  Italian Volcano organic lemon juice, which has the juice of 40 fresh organic lemons. You can order it at Amazon.

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    Cranberry, Apple Cider Vinegar & Lemon Juice Drink - A Morning Power Kick

    This tart, refreshing drink has numerous health benefits and should be a daily addition to your diet.
    Course Drink
    Prep Time 5 minutes minutes
    Total Time 5 minutes minutes
    Servings 1 Serving
    Author Homemade Italian Cooking with Cara

    Ingredients

    • 2 ounces pure cranberry juice
    • 1 - 2 teaspoons Italian Volcano Organic Lemon juice
    • 1 - 2 teaspoons Bragg Apple Cider Vinegar
    • 6 - 10 ounces spring water

    Instructions

    • Add to a 16 ounce glass or sports cup.
    • Mix and sip before meals.
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    Comments

    1. Anonymous

      October 05, 2020 at 10:59 am

      After drinking this apple cider vinegar mixture can I have meals immediately or should I wait for 20-30 minutes

      Reply
    2. TKC

      March 09, 2019 at 5:32 am

      This was great information. I just made me two batches and sipping on one now and one for later in the day.

      Reply
      • Cara Kretz

        March 09, 2019 at 7:57 am

        Thank you for the comment! I hope it helps you as much as it did me. All the best, Cara

        Reply
    3. Roberta

      November 27, 2018 at 9:47 am

      I am suffering from kidney failure and I am on dialysis. I do not make urine. Will this detox work for me.

      Reply
      • Cara Kretz

        November 27, 2018 at 10:44 am

        HI Roberta,
        I am sorry to hear about your situation. I do not know if it will work for you. In your case, its best to ask your Doctor if these ingredients will have any benefit.

        All the best to you!
        Cara

        Reply
    4. Roberta Terry

      November 27, 2018 at 9:45 am

      I am suffering from kidney failure and I am on dialysis. I do not make urine. Will this detox work for me.

      Reply
      • tess

        June 10, 2020 at 11:26 am

        you should try becky dvorak -she is a greta christian healer.

        Reply
    5. Grace

      October 23, 2017 at 5:32 pm

      hi. Thank you for the information. So is it teaspoon or tablespoon?

      Thank you

      Reply
    6. Ilisha

      September 11, 2017 at 6:16 pm

      I am uncertain how to drink this during the day. Is it before every meal or only before breakfast? Also, do I need to increase my water intake?

      Reply
      • Cara Kretz

        September 11, 2017 at 6:21 pm

        Hi IIlisha! You can drink anytime, or any way to want. I have sipped it all day, and on some days I drink the glass before breakfast. It seems to work no matter when or how you ingest it. Drinking lots of water is good for detoxing so yes, increase your water intake. Good luck and thanks for following!

        Best,
        Cara

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        • David

          February 06, 2018 at 12:03 am

          Also, it is good to rinse your mouth with water after drinking the vinegar cocktail as the vinegar can over time erode the enamal on your teeth.

          Reply
          • Cara Kretz

            February 06, 2018 at 7:43 am

            Thank you David! I've read that too. I think diluting it in water helps.

            Reply
    7. Noreen

      May 20, 2017 at 10:53 am

      5 stars
      Also, can I change the quantity? For example, if I wanted extra cranberry juiyand maybe double up on the acv?

      Reply
      • homemadeitaliancooking

        May 20, 2017 at 10:56 am

        Yes no problem. I do think too much ACV is not good so limit it to 1-2 tablespoons per day. I like pure cranberry juice and sometimes increase that too.

        Reply
        • David

          February 06, 2018 at 12:09 am

          The recipe I got was from My Fit Foods when they were in business.
          It was one tablespoon of a very, 4 ounces of unsweetened cranberry juice, one tablespoon of vitamin B-12 and the juice of half a lemon. It takes a bit getting used to because it is pretty bitter.

          Reply
          • David

            February 06, 2018 at 12:11 am

            That is supposed to be one tablespoon of apple cider vinegar. Sorry for the typo.

            Reply
          • Cara Kretz

            February 06, 2018 at 7:45 am

            I like the idea of adding vitamin B-12! Drinking it straight is tough. I really like diluting it with water or green tea. Everybody needs to discover what works for them. Thank you for the idea.

            Reply
            • Karin

              January 14, 2023 at 6:01 am

              Wow, using green tea is an excellent change up!

              Reply
            • Karin

              January 14, 2023 at 6:04 am

              Hi Cara, does vitatmin b-12 come in liquid form? Thanks for the recipe!

              Reply
            • Karin

              January 14, 2023 at 6:05 am

              Hi Cara, is vitatmin b-12 in liquid form? Thanks for the recipe!

              Reply
        • Marguerite ingold

          May 23, 2018 at 8:50 am

          Need to use cranberry concentrate add are his for slight sweetening, mix concentrate with water to taste. All other cranberry juice or cranberry cocktail will add too much sugar. This is a great drink!!!

          Reply
          • Cara Kretz

            May 23, 2018 at 5:19 pm

            Thank you Maguerite!

            Reply
    8. Noreen

      May 20, 2017 at 10:50 am

      5 stars
      Can you drink it warm
      Thanks

      Reply
      • homemadeitaliancooking

        May 20, 2017 at 10:54 am

        Hi Noreen,
        Yes I have done it. I added the ACV, cranberry juice and lemon juice to a pot of brewed, hot green tea. I enjoyed it but it is an acquired taste. I also used the leftover teas (since I did not drink the whole pot) for ice tea.
        Let me know if you tru it and like it.

        Reply
      • Michelle Owen

        January 10, 2023 at 5:33 pm

        How often should we drink this

        Reply
    9. TK

      May 11, 2017 at 11:23 am

      Hi, I wonder if I can make a week jug at a time and just keep it in the fridge until the next morning so that I don't have to mix the 3 ingredients again. Will it still have the same effect or do I have to mix the 3 every morning?

      Reply
      • homemadeitaliancooking

        May 11, 2017 at 11:29 am

        Great question! Yes you can make a weekly jug! That is the beauty of apple cider vinegar and lemon juice. They are both great for that purpose. Enjoy!

        Reply
      • Salinyaka

        December 14, 2020 at 7:36 pm

        Hi i need to know about cranberry juice apple cider lemon juice and honey and i need to know about how its works help whre plse help me

        Reply
    10. Laura

      March 27, 2017 at 1:26 pm

      4 stars
      I am wondering if the vinegar should be stirred up, thus including "the mother" or should it be left to settle and not use the settlings. I look forward to your response.

      Reply
      • homemadeitaliancooking

        March 28, 2017 at 7:28 am

        Hi Laura,
        You do not need to stir up the "mother" each time you use the apple cider vinegar. It won't hurt it if you do, but it is not necessary for effectiveness. Thanks for asking!

        Reply

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