Fruit and vegetable juices have become popular in recent years for their ability to provide the body with lots of nutrients and ease the digestive system. They are a great way to get the recommended daily amount of fruits and vegetables into your body.
These juices are commonly used in juice cleanses. These typically last about 3 days and meals are replaced with different juices. The purpose of these juice cleanses is to detox your digestive system and liver.
The juices used can be store bought, but it is better if they are made at home. This is because you are able to tailor them to your preferences and you know exactly what is in them. It is as simple as blending all the ingredients together. If you are consistently making juices then it is worthwhile investing in a good blender and juicers.Â
Certain fruits and vegetables are harder to blend than others due to their consistency. For example, for the first recipe on this list, you are able to get a juicer for tomatoes to speed up the process of making the juice.
Each of the juice recipes on this list is delicious and healthy. We have included all of the ingredients you need but feel free to customize them to your preferences.Â
Beetroot, Carrot, And Tomato
Ingredients And Method
- 1 beetroot
- 2 carrots
- 2 tomatoes
- ½ inch of ginger
- A squeeze of lemon juice
- 1 cup of water
Wash all of your ingredients and chop them into 1-inch cubes. Make sure your ginger, carrots, and beetroot are peeled beforehand.
Put all of the ingredients in a juicer or blender and blend until smooth. Serve it over ice.
Health Benefits Of This Juice
- Beetroot – Helps to lower blood pressure and is rich in vitamin B9 which helps cells grow and function.
- Carrot – Carrots are high in potassium and several vitamins like A, C, and K.
- Tomato – A great source of antioxidants and has been linked to reducing cancer and heart disease.
- Ginger – Protects against diseases and damage to the body’s DNA.
- Lemon – Aids in digestion and supports heart health.
Lemon And Apple
Ingredients And Method
- 2 lemons
- 4 applesÂ
- 2 cucumbers
- 1 cup of water
Wash all of your ingredients. Completely peel your lemon and core your apple. Slice all of your ingredients into 1-inch cubes. Place all your ingredients in a blender or juicer until they are completely incorporated. Serve your juice over ice.
Health Benefits Of This Juice
- Lemon – Protects against kidney stones and anemia.
- Apple – They are anti-inflammatory and rich in fiber.
- Cucumber – Cucumber helps to promote hydration in the body as it contains electrolytes.
Grapefruit And Orange
Ingredients And Method
- 1 pink grapefruit
- 1 orange
- ½ cup of pineapple
- 8 mint leaves
- 1 cup of water
Thoroughly wash all your ingredients. Completely peel your grapefruit and orange. Chop up your ingredients into 1-inch cubes including your pineapple. Place all the ingredients in a juicer or blender and blend until smooth. Serve your drink over ice.
Health Benefits Of This Juice
- Pink grapefruit – Helps to boost your immune system and is high in antioxidants.
- Orange – Improves your heart health and protects cells from damage.
- Pineapple – Pineapple is high in vitamin C and may help with digestion.
- Mint – It has anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial properties.
Kale, Spinach, And Pear
Ingredients And Method
- 2 stalks of kale
- 1 cup of spinach
- 1 pear
- ½ a lime
- 3 celery stalks
- ½ a cucumber
- 1 cup of water
Completely wash all your ingredients. Core your pear, peel your lime and then cut it in half. Cut your ingredients into 1-inch cubes, the spinach doesn’t need to be. Blend all your ingredients in a juicer or blender. Serve your juice over ice.
Health Benefits Of This Juice
- Kale – Very nutrient-dense and is a good source of calcium.
- Spinach – Spinach is high in nutrients including iron which reduces the risk of iron deficiency.
- Pear – Improves nutrient uptake and promotes heart health.
- Lime – Helps to prevent kidney stones and is high in vitamin C.
- Celery – Celery helps to relieve inflammation and is low on the glycemic index.
- Cucumber – They are high in nutrients and contain antioxidants.Â
Conclusion
Juice cleanses are great for your overall health as it provides your body with a lot of nutrients that you wouldn’t get in a typical diet. Not only can it help you lose weight, but it improves the general wellness of your body and can help to prevent certain illnesses.
