Lenten Supplements (+ Glow Recipe)

We've received many messages in recent days with questions about taking YLUMI during Lent. We'd like to share some thoughts on the topic and provide tips for choosing the right YLUMI product to support you during Lent.

LENT

Originally, Lent in Germany served as preparation for the most important Christian festival, Easter. The church's official fasting order calls for not only abstaining from food but also freeing oneself from consumer goods and consciously abstaining during this time to create space for reflecting on one's faith. Traditionally, this involves abstaining from food and consumer goods. Today, however, there are many different forms of fasting, far removed from religion, all of which involve conscious abstinence. The official Lent traditionally lasts 40 days and ends with the beginning of Easter.

Nowadays, fasting has become more of a trend in which religious reasons take a back seat; many people use the concept, for example, to lose weight or simply to give their body a few days of relief .

Regardless of the background and motivation behind it, the concept essentially offers every body and mind a wonderful opportunity to cleanse and recover . Anyone wishing to fast for a longer period (longer than three days) should undergo a medical check-up to determine whether their body is ready for a period of fasting.

FASTING SUPPLEMENTS

During the fasting period, the abstinence from food is intended to release and eliminate toxins and strengthen the immune system. However, the reduced food intake also weakens the body during this time, resulting in a lack of important vitamins, minerals, trace elements, and secondary plant substances.

High-quality nutritional supplements can help meet these needs. Natural supplements made from herbs and nutrients are particularly popular during this time, as they often contain high levels of natural vitamins and minerals, which can help eliminate toxins.

YLUMI CLEAN & GLOW

In general, the better the body is supplied with vital nutrients, the fitter and healthier we feel. YLUMI CAPSULES are particularly well-suited to supporting the body during periods of relief. All recipes are made from natural ingredients, are sugar-free, 100% vegan, lactose- and gluten-free, and free from preservatives and colorings.

The green formulas – our CLEAN CAPSULES and PURIFY CAPSULES – are particularly recommended for Lent. They contain carefully selected herbs, medicinal mushrooms, essential minerals, and vitamins that can have a positive effect on metabolism and support the body with valuable nutrients.

The CLEAN CAPSULES and/or PURIFY CAPSULES can be taken with a glass of water in the morning during fasting hours. You can find out more about the ingredients and their effects by clicking on the respective link. The products can be combined or taken individually (2 capsules per product).

FASTING WITH JUICES OR SMOOTHIES

A new form of fasting that's gaining increasing traction is fasting with juices or smoothies. This involves abstaining from solid food and switching to juices/smoothies to support the body's digestive and cleansing processes.

Juices and smoothies are best made fresh in a blender—there are no limits to your imagination when it comes to ingredients, and we also love these healthy potions made from vegetables, fruits, and herbs. In theory, anything goes, but it's often worth experimenting a bit to find harmonious and aromatic recipes.

YLUMI products can also be easily mixed in here. Simply carefully open the capsules and pour the contents into the blender, or simply use YLUMI SPARKLES (powder) like the VANILLA GLOW PROTEIN . Store-bought smoothies are usually full of sugar and additives and should not be consumed, or only in exceptional cases.

OUR FAVORITE SMOOTHIE INGREDIENTS

Smoothies made from vegetables, fruits and herbs are true cocktails of vital nutrients and are full of vitamins, minerals, antioxidants and secondary plant substances.

Ingredients such as lemons, bitter salads (e.g. chicory, endive), spices such as cinnamon, ginger or chili, filtered water or coconut water as well as adaptogenic herbs and algae such as chlorella or spirulina are particularly suitable for stimulating the processes in the organism.

At YLUMI, we particularly prefer green smoothies , which contain fruits, nutrient-rich green leaves and (adaptogenic) herbs.

Tips for preparation:

• Before blending, the fruit and vegetables should be washed thoroughly and any inedible peels removed.
• A high-performance blender is ideal for puréeing vegetables and fruit very finely, making them more digestible. A hand blender is also sufficient for beginners.
• If the smoothie is too thick, you can dilute it with a little water or coconut water.
• Avocados, mangos and bananas are particularly suitable for thicker smoothies.
• For smoothie beginners, it's best to start with a few ingredients to find out what tastes good.
• There are no limits to your imagination; lamb's lettuce or baby spinach are very suitable for starting as they do not have a strong taste of their own.
• Wild herbs as well as adaptogenic herbs and medicinal mushrooms are ideal for pimping up smoothies and giving them an extra boost.

Our YLUMI GLOW SMOOTHIE RECIPE

The following recipe is one of our favorite smoothie recipes and can be customized to your liking.

The basis for 2 portions:

• 1 organic banana
• 2 small broccoli florets (alternatively 1-2 handfuls of spinach)
• Contents of 4 CLEAN CAPSULES or optionally 4 PURIFY CAPSULES
• 1-2 dates
• ½ avocado
• 400 ml coconut water or filtered water

Preparation:

Place all ingredients in a powerful blender and puree.
Pour into 2 glasses and enjoy:-)

INFORMATION

The PURIFY CAPSULES contain carefully selected and tested medicinal mushrooms and herbs such as Schisandra, Ginseng, Agaricus Blazei Murill, Curcuma, Moringa and Spirulina, as well as essential vitamins and minerals for greater well-being, to support the immune system and increase metabolism.

The CLEAN CAPSULES also contain detoxifying herbs and medicinal mushrooms such as Rhodiola Rosea, Moringa, Turmeric, Agaricus Blazei Murill, Chlorella, Milk Thistle and choline, which contributes to normal fat metabolism and the maintenance of normal liver function.

All products are 100% vegan, lactose- and gluten-free, as well as free from preservatives and colorings.