Using fresh, whole ingredients, juicing can be a powerful way to boost your health and address common ailments. Below, I’ve created simple juice combinations for various conditions to help you feel your best naturally. These blends incorporate fruits, vegetables, and herbs known for their healing properties.
Cold Relief Juice
Ingredients:
- Carrot
- Pineapple
- Ginger
- Garlic
Depression Juice
Ingredients:
- Spinach
- Banana
- Blueberries
- Almond Milk
- Chia Seeds
Headache Relief Juice
Ingredients:
- Cucumber
- Apple
- Mint
- Celery
Diabetes Support Juice
Ingredients:
- Bitter Melon
- Spinach
- Green Apple
- Cucumber
Ulcer Soothing Juice
Ingredients:
- Cabbage
- Aloe Vera
- Carrot
- Papaya
High Blood Pressure Juice
Ingredients:
- Beetroot
- Celery
- Spinach
- Lemon
Arthritis Relief Juice
Ingredients:
- Pineapple
- Turmeric
- Ginger
- Carrot
Kidney Detox Juice
Ingredients:
- Watermelon
- Lemon
- Cucumber
- Parsley
Eye Health Juice
Ingredients:
- Carrot
- Spinach
- Orange
- Bell Pepper
Stress Relief Juice
Ingredients:
- Celery
- Cucumber
- Pineapple
- Spinach
Fatigue-Fighting Juice
Ingredients:
- Kale
- Spinach
- Orange
- Ginger
Digestion Aid Juice
Ingredients:
- Pineapple
- Papaya
- Ginger
- Lemon
Hangover Cure Juice
Ingredients:
- Coconut Water
- Cucumber
- Pineapple
- Ginger
Memory Boosting Juice
Ingredients:
- Blueberries
- Spinach
- Walnut
- Beetroot
Nervousness Calming Juice
Ingredients:
- Chamomile Tea
- Pear
- Lemon Balm
- Cucumber
How to Juice These Ingredients:
Wash Your Ingredients Thoroughly:
Always start by thoroughly rinsing all fruits, vegetables, and herbs to remove dirt, pesticides, or bacteria. Even organic produce should be cleaned.Peel When Necessary:
Some fruits and vegetables like carrots, cucumbers, and apples can be juiced with their skins on, as they contain valuable nutrients. However, ingredients like pineapples, citrus fruits, ginger, garlic, and bitter melon should be peeled or trimmed before juicing. For things like lemons or oranges in detox juices, remove the peel but leave the pith (the white layer), as it has nutrients and fiber.Chop Your Ingredients:
Cut your produce into smaller chunks. This makes the juicing process smoother and prevents clogging your juicer. If you’re using a blender for juicing, cutting the pieces smaller helps with blending them thoroughly.Juicing Methods:
Using a Juicer:
A juicer is the most efficient way to extract juice. Feed your ingredients into the juicer chute one by one, alternating between hard (like carrots or beets) and soft produce (like spinach or pineapple) for the best extraction.Using a Blender:
If you don’t have a juicer, a blender works just as well. Add your chopped ingredients to the blender, and if needed, add a bit of water or coconut water to help it blend. Once blended, strain the juice through a fine mesh sieve or cheesecloth to remove the pulp, and you’re left with a smooth juice.
Juicing Tips for Specific Ingredients:
- Ginger & Garlic: These strong, potent ingredients are best juiced in small amounts. Peel and slice them thinly before juicing to release their powerful benefits.
- Leafy Greens (Spinach, Kale): For softer, leafy greens, bunch them together tightly and follow them with something harder like a cucumber or apple to ensure you extract all the juice.
- Citrus Fruits (Lemon, Orange): Peel the outer skin but leave as much of the white pith as possible. You can either juice them in your juicer or squeeze them manually with a citrus press.
Optional Additions:
- If your juice tastes too strong, especially with ginger, garlic, or bitter greens, dilute it with water, coconut water, or a splash of lemon.
- Add ice cubes to make the juice more refreshing and give it a chilled, smoothie-like texture.
Consume Fresh:
Juice is best consumed immediately after making it to take advantage of the nutrients. If you must store it, keep it in an airtight container in the fridge, and drink it within 24 hours to retain the maximum nutritional value.
Ready to start juicing for better health?
Here’s everything you’ll need to create fresh, nutrient-packed juice remedies for common ailments like colds, headaches, and more.
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