Eating whole fruits and vegetables can provide even more dietary fiber than juicing, as some of the fiber is lost during the juicing process. To retain the maximum amount of nutrients and fiber, blending instead of juicing is suggested, and it is best to only make enough juice that can be consumed immediately to ensure freshness and optimal nutrient content. (Freshly squeezed juices can quickly become contaminated with harmful bacteria and spoil.)
Here are five juice recommendations from a nutritionist to supplement your dietary intake:
Digestive Aid Beverage
Pineapple + Kiwi + Honey
Pineapple and kiwi contain enzymes that aid in the breakdown of meat proteins, making this juice beneficial for those who may experience digestive discomfort after consuming large amounts of meat. It is best consumed after a hearty meal to aid in digestion.
Digestive Dessert
Banana + Yogurt + Coconut
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This is a seemingly sweet and healthy juice. Cheese contains probiotics and prebiotics that promote digestion, while bananas and coconut help improve digestion by promoting intestinal motility. Blend bananas and cheese with some milk, then add coconut to make an interesting and chewy smoothie.
Soak chia seeds in water until they reach a pudding-like consistency
Replenish energy with apple, orange, and chia seeds. Soak the chia seeds in water for about 20 minutes until they reach a pudding-like texture. Mix the edible parts of the apple and orange, and add chia seeds. Apples and oranges are rich sources of antioxidants, which help alleviate fatigue, while chia seeds help improve metabolism and boost energy levels.
Natural cooling drink with pear, passion fruit, and beetroot
If you often stay up late and get overheated, pear is a
natural cooling fruit, while passion fruit helps reduce dryness in the mouth
and throat. Beetroot contains abundant vitamin C and potassium, which are
essential minerals that promote healthy muscle function, as well as being
beneficial to bones, liver, and kidneys.
Wheatgrass is rich in chlorophyll and has detoxifying properties
Detoxify with wheatgrass, honey, and lemon. Wheatgrass
contains various vitamins, abundant protein, and amino acids. Most importantly,
wheatgrass juice contains a large amount of chlorophyll with antioxidant properties,
which is said to improve liver detoxification function and protect skin health.
Lemon and honey aid in digestion, making it easier for children to accept the
taste of wheatgrass juice.
