There's an epidemic of unhealthy eating in the United States.
According to the Center for Science in Public Interest, unhealthy eating leads to more than 675,000 deaths every single year.
These deaths are caused by a simple lack of nutrition. When the body doesn't get enough nutrients, you see a spike in serious issues like heart disease, type 2 diabetes, and cancer.
And that's not to mention obesity. The National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases states that more than two-thirds of American adults are overweight or obese.
If you're worried about your health, then you need to know about juicing. Though it's not a cure-all, juicing is one of the best ways to improve your diet by getting all the nutrients you need.
Top 10 Juicing Ingredient Combinations
Not all juicing ingredients are created equal. Certain fruits and vegetables are much better for juicing than others.
A study in the International Journal of Food Sciences and Nutrition claims that apples and pomegranates are two of the best fruits for juicing.
Not only do they contain ample amounts of nutrients, but they've also been shown to reduce blood pressure and cholesterol.
Other powerful fruits and vegetables for juicing include:
- Spinach
- Lemon
- Garlic
- Ginger
- Kale
- Carrots
- Mint
- Tomato
- Pineapple
- Orange
The key to getting the most benefits from juicing isn't drinking the juice from a single fruit or vegetable. It's combining several ingredients together into one powerful combination.
Here are 10 of the best juicing recipes for cleansing and detoxing:
1. Cucumber, Pear Juice
Few juicing concoctions are more refreshing than this cucumber, pear mixture.
It's a great source of vitamin C, vitamin K, and more. Cucumbers are almost 90% water and contain electrolytes, so it's the perfect juice for hydration.
Make it by combining the following in your juicer:
- 2 cucumbers
- 1 pear
- ½ lemon
- 1 cup spinach
- a handful of mint leaves
This cucumber, pear juice is best to have at any time of the day. The electrolytes make it a good way to fight a hangover.
2. Watermelon, Lime Juice
Watermelon is an often-overlooked detox ingredient that has big hydration benefits.
Combine it with lime for a great-tasting juice that's not only hydrating but is high in vitamin C and antioxidants as well.
Make it by combining the following in your juicer:
- 2 cups watermelon (cubed)
- 1 lime
- handful of mint leaves
This watermelon, lime juice is best to have in the morning. Drink it for an energizing start to your day.
3. Carrot, Citrus Juice
The health benefits of carrots cannot be disputed. They're high in valuable nutrients like vitamin A, vitamin C, and beta-carotene.
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Combine carrots with citrus for juice that provides a one-two punch of flavor and nutrients, particularly antioxidants.
Make it by combining the following in your juicer:
This refreshing carrot, citrus juice is great for any time you're thirsty. The creamy consistency makes it a great addition to any meal.
4. Carrot, Cherry Juice
Juicing is all about trying new things. And few combinations are tastier than carrot, cherry juice.
This juice combines all the nutritional benefits of carrots with the nutritional benefits of cherries, particularly the high number of antioxidants they contain.
Make it by combining the following in your juicer:
- 8 carrots
- 1 cup pitted cherries
The result is a thick, flavorful slice of juicing heaven. We recommend this juice as a dessert beverage or healthy snack at any time of the day.
5. Strawberry, Watermelon Juice
Combine strawberries and watermelon in your juicer for a concoction that's almost more of a detox water than a detox juice.
Though the result is very light and refreshing, the combination of strawberries and watermelon brings a whole lot of nutrition to the table. In addition to watermelon's vitamin A and vitamin B, it also brings the high concentrations of vitamin C in strawberries into the mix.
Make it by combining the following in your juicer:
- 2 cups watermelon (cubed
- 1 cup strawberries
- 2 sprigs fresh rosemary
This juice is best enjoyed at any time of the day. It's very light so it should be treated more like a beverage than as a meal substitute.
6. Parsley, Kale, Apple Juice
Parsley is another often-overlooked juicing ingredient. When, in fact, it's loaded with antioxidants as well as vitamin A, vitamin C, and folic acid.
Combine parsley with kale and apples for one of the best-tasting juicing combinations around.
Make it by combining the following in your juicer:
- 1 bunch parsley
- 3 large apples (Granny Smith)
- 1 bunch kale
- 1 cucumber
- 2 lemons
Remember to balance out the parsley with the other ingredients. The flavor of parsley is overwhelming if the ingredients are combined incorrectly.
7. Ginger, Carrot Juice
Few ingredients are better for juicing than ginger.
Add it to any juicing mixture to aid digestion. Ginger also decreases nausea and adds a sweet, spicy flavor. Combine with carrots to mellow out this flavor to something more palatable.
Make it by combining the following in your juicer:
- 1-inch fresh ginger
- 4 carrots
- 2 oranges
The result is similar in consistency to orange juice. In fact, this juicing mixture is the perfect morning substitute for a glass of orange juice.
8. Pineapple, Kale Juice
Kale has been hot news lately in the world of health and nutrition.
And for a good reason – kale is packed with helpful nutrients, particularly beta-carotene, vitamin C, and vitamin K. It's also rich in calcium.
Make it by combining the following in your juicer:
- 5 cups kale
- 1 cup pineapple
- 1 cucumber
- 1 lemon
The addition of pineapple, cucumbers, and lemons gives this juice its sweet/savory flavor.
9. Mango, Pineapple, Orange Juice
Few juicing combinations are more tropical tasting than this mango, pineapple, orange concoction.
The orange brings in lots of vitamin C while mango provides plenty of antioxidants and pineapple adds beta-carotene, B6, and folate into the mix. The addition of kale ups the nutritional output of this juice even more.
Make it by combining the following in your juicer:
- 1 large mango
- 1 cup pineapple
- ½ orange
- 3 cups kale
The result is a very sweet juice. It's best used as a sweet treat during or after meals.
10. Celery, Ginger, Apple Juice
Celery is notable for its diuretic properties.
Combine it with ginger and apple for even more health benefits. This one-of-a-kind juicing combination for cleansing and detoxing is notable for helping the body get rid of excess toxins.
Make it by combining the following in your juicer:
- 8 celery stalks
- 1-inch fresh ginger
- 1 apple (Granny Smith)
- 1 bunch cilantro
We recommend this juice as a post-workout drink thanks to the high amount of sodium in celery that's helpful for replenishing sweat.
All the juicing recipes outlined above taste great. They're all packed with powerful nutritional benefits.
One additional tip is to add a small amount of sparkling water to each juice. It makes them more refreshing and easier to drink down.
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