I have become a little obsessed with juicing over the passed year. Fresh juice has done wonders on my skin and health (reduced the puffiness under my eyes and improved my skin tone and complexion etc.). It’s a great way to incorporate extra vitamins into your diet. My 90 year old Uncle Phillip wrote a book called Codes for Longevity. He talks about the importance of eating leafy greens and other fruits and veggies to alkalize our bodies, stay strong, prevent disease and premature aging. I try my best to lead a healthy lifestyle, but sometimes it’s hard to eat tons of veggies + boring for my taste buds. So, my solution is juicing. Spinach, kale, parsley, mint, dandelion ( FYI dandelion is a rough one. good luck), rapini, carrots, apples, beets, pears, grapefruit, lemons, ginger, peaches, limes etc. you name it. Anything that is juice-able and healthy I will juice it. Here are a list of my top 30 juice combos that I love and drink as often as possible.
For optimal health benefits, drink the juice as soon as you juice it. I usually make 6 bottles every 3 days and drink 2 per-day on top of a semi-healthy diet (I will never be able to give up my occasional sweets ;). Store your juice in the fridge. I suggest using glass bottles with a cap. Drink your juice within 3 days or it may turn a tad funky on you…
Happy juicing my friends!
*I use a Krups Juicer. I also use a Ninja Blender for incorporating frozen fruits and goodies like avocados, passion fruit, maca and wheatgrass.
*I use a Krups Juicer. I also use a Ninja Blender for incorporating frozen fruits and goodies like avocados, passion fruit, maca and wheatgrass.
Here they are in no particular order:
1. juice spinach, lime, kiwi and green apple. blend in 1 frozen banana and 1 tbsp. wheatgrass powder.
2. carrot, cucumber, ginger
3. beet, pineapple, mango, kale
4. mango, pineapple, peach and coconut milk
5. pineapple, blood orange, lemon, lime, and grapes
6. kale, spinach, lemon and apple
7. mango, peach, cumquats and kale
8. kale, apple, ginger, romaine, spinach, parsley and lemon
9. orange, lemon, ginger, plum, peach and turmeric powder
10. juice apple and pineapple. stir in 1 tsp. chia seeds and 1 tsp. maca powder.
11. juice kale, spinach and orange. blend in 1/2 avocado, frozen mango and banana, 1 tsp. chia seeds and 1 cup almond milk
12. papaya, pineapple, apple cider vinegar and ginger <– not the best tasting but great for colds.
13. cucumber, celery, tomato, lemon, ginger and apple
14. spinach, romaine, chard, orange, pineapple and cilantro
15. pumpkin, apple, nutmeg, cinnamon and 1 tsp.vanilla bean paste
16. strawberry, apple, pomegranate seeds and lime
17. cucumber, pineapple, lemon, aloe vera (remove the spines before juicing)
18. carrot, apple, spinach and ginger
19. grapefruit and mint (mince mint and add to the grapefruit juice)
20. carrot, dandelion, kale, apple, grapes, spinach, romaine, parsley, cucumber and celery (this one is a tad rough but worth the vitamins!)
21. coconut water and rose water <– don’t need to juice this one but I had to add it to the list. fabulous.
22. guava (guava seeds are a bit rough on some juicers…make sure your machine can handle it) romaine, lettuce, green apple and pear
23. tangerine, mango, apple, passion fruit (stir in after juicing. it’s OK to drink the black passion fruit seeds.)
24. pineapple, ginger, pear and mint (mince mint and add to juice)
25. kiwi, kale, apple, honeydew, 1 tbsp. wheatgrass powder
26. pineapple, apples, oranges, dandelion and ginger
27. watermelon, passion fruit, guava, pineapple and spinach
28. apple, spinach, grapeA + blend with frozen banana and berries
29. peach, mango, blood orange and carrot
30. watermelon, lemon and mint (mince mint and add to juice)
-I stumbled across this awesome website that lists all the wonderful benefits of fruits and veggies!-
aloe vera – delays the aging process, cures dermatitis, alleviates menstrual problems, reduces arthritis pain, heals wounds, cures nausea, eliminates ulcers, lowers blood sugar levels, prevents diabetes, reduces oxidative stress, inhibits cancerous growth, promotes hair growth, and soothes acid reflux symptoms.
apples – quercetin, an antioxidant abundant in apples, helps reduce LDL/bad cholesterol oxidation. apples are rich in a fiber called pectin and may help reduce levels of toxic heavy metals in the body.
apple cider vinegar – helps with weight loss, detoxification, relief from arthritis, high cholesterol, diabetes, indigestion, depression, asthma and cancer. improves skin clarity and balancing the pH in your body.
avocados – high in potassium and contain monounsaturated fats which help to lower blood pressure. good source of vitamin K, which has been indicated to promote bone health.
bananas – a good source of B vitamins, which may help to remedy sleeplessness, mood swings, and irritability. They also contain vitamin C, as well as magnesium and potassium, which make them a great electrolyte replenisher, particularly after exercising
beets – numerous studies have shown that beets can help oxygenate blood. they are a good source of folic acid and also contain vitamins A, C, choline, iodine, manganese, organic sodium, potassium, and fiber.
blackberries -an excellent source of vitamin C, blackberries have substantial amounts of fiber, iron, calcium, manganese, and potassium. berries are the highest source of antioxidants from fruits.
carrots – excellent source of vitamins A, B, and C. rich in beta-carotene and carotenoids; they help protect the body from cancer, cardiac disease, cataract and macular degeneration. They also contain iron, calcium, potassium, and natural sodium.
celery – a great low calorie food, high levels of silicon in celery strengthen joints, bones, arteries, and connective tissues. high in minerals.
chard – high in vitamin K, which assists with blood clotting, and protects bones from fracturing. anti-inflammatory.
cilantro – has eleven components of essential oils, six types of acids (including ascorbic acid, better known as vitamin-C), minerals and vitamins. helps reduce skin inflammations, lowers cholesterol and blood pressure. high in iron and can benefit people who suffer with anemia. rich in calcium, vitamin A and C
coconut water/milk – promotes healthy digestion, protein, dietary fiber and natural sugars. mineral content includes calcium, iron, magnesium, phosphorous, potassium, sodium, zinc, copper, manganese and selenium. vitamins B-6, C and E.
cucumbers – contain potassium and phytosterols which can help lower cholesterol.
dandelion – high in vitamin K, which is important for blood and bone health. it’s a diuretic, and is very beneficial for the kidneys. supports the liver and gallbladder as well.
ginger – anti-inflamatory, nausea relief, protects against certain cancers, immune boosting properties
grapefruit – high in vitamin C and limonene, which may help protect against breast cancer. grapefruits have soluble fiber which can help to lower cholesterol.
grapes – vitamins A, B, C and folate, and contain many important minerals like potassium, calcium, iron, phosphorus, magnesium and selenium. The flavonoids found in grapes have antioxidant properties that can lessen the damage caused by free radicals, making them a great anti-aging fruit.
guava – promotes healthy eyesight, skin, brain health, thyroid health, cancer prevention and digestion. good source of vitamin C, copper, B-3 and B-6.
kale – the highest vegetable source of vitamin K and may help the risk of developing certain cancers. it’s a fantastic source of calcium, chlorophyll, calcium, iron, and vitamins A and C. kale is low calorie and yet incredibly dense with nutrients. it’s also a good source of minerals, copper, potassium, iron, manganese, and phosphorus, as well as compounds which promote eye and skin health.
kiwi – excellent source of vitamin C. vitamin C helps heal cuts and wounds and keep teeth and gums healthy.
lemon – vitamin C and also contain smaller amounts of different vitamins like thiamin, riboflavin, niacin, vitamin B-6, folate and vitamin E. Soothes sore throats, treats and prevents kidney stones. improves liver function, immune system, weight loss, gum disorders, blood pressure, balancing pH, detoxification and skin care.
lime – contain vitamin C, vitamin B-6, folic acid, potassium, flavonoids and many other phytonutrients.
maca – rich in vitamin B vitamins, C, and E. It provides plenty of calcium, zinc, iron, magnesium, phosphorous and amino acids. Boosts libido and may alleviate anxiety, stress, depression or mood swings. maca supplies iron and helps restore red blood cells, which aids anemia and cardiovascular diseases. maca keeps your bones and teeth healthy and allows you to heal from wounds more quickly. when used in conjunction with a good workout regime you will notice an increase in muscle mass.
mango – excellent source of vitamin A and C, which is very beneficial to maintaining a strong immune system. has been found to protect against colon, breast, leukemia and prostate cancers and is a good source of potassium, which is important in assisting to control heart rate and blood pressure. mango contains a great deal of flavonoids like beta-carotene, alpha-carotene, and beta-cryptoxanthin.
melons – antioxidant and anti-cancer. reduces the risk of cancer and stroke, due to a naturally occurring chemical called adenosine.
mint – aids in digestion, nausea, headaches and coughs. Helps boost mood and fatigue, soothes skin and respiratory system.
oranges – excellent source of vitamin C. vitamin C helps heal cuts and wounds and keep teeth and gums healthy.
papaya – antioxidant, anti-cancer. promote healthy digestion and can reduce constipation with their potent enzymes. high in vitamins A, C, and potassium.
passion fruit – antioxidants, flavonoids, vitamin A, vitamin C, riboflavin, niacin, iron, magnesium, phosphorus, potassium, copper, fiber, and protein. improves immune system, cancer prevention, eye health, digestion, blood pressure, insomnia and respiratory system.
peaches – excellent source of vitamin A and potassium. peaches also contain boron and niacin. antioxidant and anti-cancer.
pears – great source of fiber. contains vitamin C, boron, and potassium.
pineapples – great for improving digestion. a good source of potassium and has vitamin C and iron. contains anti-inflammatory compounds such as bromelain.
plums – 2nd highest source of antioxidants from fruits. good source of vitamin A and contain some calcium and vitamin C. antibacterial.
pomegranates – rich in tannins and flavonoids. pomegranates hold promise in helping reduce the risk of prostate cancer due to their lycopene and other phytonutrient content. They are the 3rd highest fruit source of antioxidants.
pumpkin – strengthens metabolism, promotes healing, boosts mood, protects bones, prevent cancers, eliminates kidney stones. helps with inflammation, immune system, defense against parasites and detoxify the body. impressive levels of manganese, tryptophan, magnesium, copper, phosphorous, zinc, iron, and protein, as well as smaller amounts of B complex vitamins, and vitamin A. anti-cancer properties and components, including phenolic compounds that have directly been attributed to scavenging free radicals
romaine lettuce – contains calcium, omega-3’s, vitamin C, iron, and B-vitamins. romaine is also rich in minerals.
spinach – excellent source of vitamins A, C, and E. good source of calcium, iron, potassium, protein, and choline. choline supports healthy mental function.
strawberries – excellent source of vitamin C, which helps heal cuts and wounds and keep teeth and gums healthy. antioxidant, antiviral, and anti-cancer.
tangerines – contains similar properties as lemons, limes, oranges, and grapefruits. lots of vitamin C
tomatoes – excellent source of vitamin C, as well as antioxidants that may prevent cancer, such as lycopene. lycopene promotes overall mental and physical health. good source of potassium. antioxidant and anti-cancer.
watermelon – antibacterial and anti-cancer. Contains vitamin A and C, as well as iron and potassium.
wheatgrass – rich in chlorophyll, which is excellent at fighting infections. high in vitamins C and E, and beta carotene. antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, anti-cancer, and antibiotic.
Nutrition information found on Rebootwithjoe Fruits and Veggies A to Z, The World’s Healthiest Foods and Organic Facts