Healing Green Power Juice
- Date
- 12 August 2024
- Category
- Nutrition & Recipes
Healing Green Power Juice
Ingredients
Vegetables (80%):
- 2 cups kale leaves
- 1 cup spinach
- 1 cucumber
- 2 celery stalks
- 1/2 cup broccoli florets
- 1/2 lemon (peeled, seeds removed)
- 1-inch piece of fresh ginger
Fruits (20%):
- 1 green apple (for sweetness and additional nutrients)
- 1/2 cup pineapple chunks (for digestive enzymes and vitamin C)
IMPORTANT! This juice is quite strong, feel free to adjust the ingredients and slowly build up your green-juice-tolerance!
Instructions
1. Wash all vegetables and fruits thoroughly.
2. Chop the vegetables and fruits into sizes that will fit your juicer.
3. Start by juicing the leafy greens (kale and spinach) to get the maximum juice yield.
4. Follow with the cucumber, celery, broccoli, lemon, ginger, apple, and pineapple.
5. Mix the juice well to ensure the flavors are evenly distributed.
6. Serve immediately or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours.
Daily Quantity Recommendation
Consume 4-5 cups (8 ounces) of this juice daily. It's best to drink it in the morning on an empty stomach and in-between meals for maximum absorption.
Health Benefits
Kale & Spinach: High in chlorophyll, vitamins A, C, and K, and antioxidants, which help reduce inflammation and support the immune system.
Cucumber & Celery: Provide hydration, minerals, and support detoxification.
Broccoli: Contains sulforaphane, which has potential cancer-fighting properties.
Lemon: Rich in vitamin C and promotes alkalinity in the body.
Ginger: Anti-inflammatory and helps soothe the digestive system.
Green Apple & Pineapple: Provide a natural sweetness along with vitamins, antioxidants, and digestive enzymes.
