Step 1: Wash the lemon thoroughly under running water and slice it, removing the seeds. The peel contains essential oils that promote metabolism and should be used.
Step 2: Clean the fresh lemongrass and cut it into 2 cm pieces. Lemongrass contains natural cleansing agents that promote digestion and the elimination of toxins.
Step 3: Peel the fresh ginger and cut it into small pieces. Its thermogenic properties help increase metabolism and reduce inflammation.
Step 4: Add 6 cups of filtered water to a large saucepan and bring to a boil over high heat.
Step 5: Add the sliced lemon, lemongrass, and chopped ginger to the boiling water. Boil for exactly 1 minute to extract the beneficial compounds without destroying the delicate nutrients.
Step 6: Immediately remove from heat and let it steep and cool completely for 30 to 45 minutes. The water should turn a golden color during the infusion.
Step 7: Strain the infusion through a fine-mesh strainer and gently squeeze out the solids to extract as much liquid as possible. Discard the solids and save the absorbed water.
Make the Apple-Cucumber Blend
Step 8: Wash and core the apple thoroughly, leaving the nutritious peel on. Cut it into wedges for easier blending.
Step 9: Wash and cut the cucumber into pieces. The cucumber provides hydration and alkalizing minerals that are important for optimal metabolism.
Step 10: Place the apple pieces, cucumber pieces, and 1 cup of filtered water in a high-speed blender.