The Everything Giant Book of Juicing (16 page)

Green Slime Super Juice

This delicious juice is high in vitamins C and B
₂
, which strengthen immunity—plus kids love it!

1. Process the honeydew through an electronic juicer according to the manufacturer’s directions.
   
2. Add the grapes, followed by the watermelon.
   
3. Combine the juice with the milk and serve.
   

PER SERVING:
 Calories: 177 | Fat: 1g | Protein: 4g | Sodium: 37mg | Carbohydrates: 42g | Sugar: 36g

Just call it that; they’ll never suspect the spinach
.

Stevia is popular sweetener used in place of sugar or artificial sweeteners. It’s available as an extract or in powdered form. It comes from an herb in the sunflower family.

1. Process the spinach through an electronic juicer according to the manufacturer’s directions.
   
2. Add the apples and the lemon.
   
3. Sweeten the juice with stevia as desired.
   

PER SERVING:
 Calories: 64 | Fat: 0.2g | Protein: 1g | Sodium: 12mg | Carbohydrates: 17g | Sugar: 11g

In addition to great flavor, peppermint is a great natural cure for upset tummies
.

1. Process the peppermint and cucumber through an electronic juicer according to the manufacturer’s directions.
   
2. Add the sprouts and the lettuce.
   
3. Sweeten the juice with honey as desired.
   

PER SERVING:
 Calories: 26 | Fat: 0.3g | Protein: 2.3g | Sodium: 8.8mg | Carbohydrates: 5g | Sugar: 1g

When busy kids don’t have time to eat, this juice will keep them going
.

1. Process the fruits in any order through an electronic juicer according to the manufacturer’s directions.
   
2. Mix the juice to combine the ingredients and serve.
   

PER SERVING:
 Calories: 119 | Fat: 0.3g | Protein: 1.4g | Sodium: 4.8mg | Carbohydrates: 30g | Sugar: 22g

Mild melon, juicy cherries, and grapes make for great taste and a really appealing color in this combination
.

1. Process the fruits in any order through an electronic juicer according to the manufacturer’s directions.
   
2. Mix the juice to combine the ingredients and serve.
   

PER SERVING:
 Calories: 68 | Fat: 0.2g | Protein: 1g | Sodium: 9mg | Carbohydrates: 17g | Sugar: 15g

If your child is allergic to dairy, use soy or rice milk instead
.

As an alternative to dairy, soy milk is also a good source of copper, vitamin D, riboflavin, vitamin B
₁₂
, and calcium.

1. Process the berries through an electronic juicer according to the manufacturer’s directions.
   
2. Mix the juice with the milk to combine and serve.
   

PER SERVING:
 Calories: 72 | Fat: 1g | Protein: 3.4g | Sodium: 36mg | Carbohydrates: 13g | Sugar: 10g

A winning combo that tastes like fruit, but sneaks in a cucumber for good measure
.

1. Process the watermelon and cucumber through an electronic juicer according to the manufacturer’s directions.
   
2. Add the lime.
   
3. Stir the juice to combine the ingredients and serve.
   

PER SERVING:
 Calories: 236 | Fat: 1.2g | Protein: 4.9g | Sodium: 9mg | Carbohydrates: 59g | Sugar: 47g

If your child is hyper at bedtime, try this lettuce-based juice for a calming effect
.

Process the lettuce and apple through your juicer according to the manufacturer’s directions and serve.

PER SERVING:
 Calories: 30 | Fat: 0.1g | Protein: 0.4g | Sodium: 1.8mg | Carbohydrates: 7.7g | Sugar: 5.8g

Bedtime Snack

This juice contains an array of nutrients to give kids energy, making it an excellent breakfast juice
.

Just one of the reasons orange-based juice is important for kids is that the calcium they contain helps build strong bones. A medium-sized orange has 52 mg of calcium.

1. Process the raspberries and oranges through an electronic juicer according to the manufacturer’s directions.
   
2. Add the nectarines.
   
3. Whisk or shake the juice and serve alone or diluted with
   ¹
   ⁄
   ₂
   cup skim milk.
   

PER SERVING:
 Calories: 89 | Fat: 0.6g | Protein: 2g | Sodium: 0.41mg | Carbohydrates: 21g | Sugar: 14g

Yummy! The pears nicely offset the sharper notes of mango here in a way that’s sure to please the less than sophisticated kiddie palate
.

While older kids can handle a full serving of undiluted fresh juice, reduce portion size for young ones, limiting servings to
¹
⁄
₂
to
³
⁄
₄
cup. Too much more than that can lead to stomach or gastrointestinal upset.

1. Process the mangoes through an electronic juicer according to the manufacturer’s directions.
   
2. Add the pears, followed by the carrots.
   
3. Add the apples.
   
4. Mix the juice to combine the ingredients and serve.
   

PER SERVING:
 Calories: 226 | Fat: 0.7g | Protein: 1.8g | Sodium: 32mg | Carbohydrates: 59g | Sugar: 44g

Though there’s a world of documentation out there to support juicing’s beneficial effects on overall health and well-being, when it to comes to claims of miracle “cures” or recovery from devastating and debilitating conditions, it’s important to be aware of the facts and consult with your personal physician or health care professional before embarking on a juicing “cure.”

There’s no doubt about it: Simple dietary adjustments, such as adding fresh fruit and vegetable juices to your routine, can do you a world of good. Scientists discover new benefits about the enzymes, vitamins, and micronutrients available through juicing all the time. We know that certain fruits and vegetables can help regulate blood pressure, control blood sugar, and even retard the growth of cancer cells. Many people report being able to throw away prescription medications after a long-term juicing regimen. But all by itself, juicing can’t be considered a “cure” for disease. It is instead a powerful weapon in your arsenal when it comes to disease prevention, simply because a combination of nutrients, antioxidants, and minerals aid the body in a holistic way. Juice doesn’t target disease—it simply makes vital nutrients available to your entire system.

Therefore, if you have medical problems such as diabetes, cancer, high blood pressure, arthritis, or any of the other problems for which certain juices are recommend, the first and most important step is to remain proactive in your own care, and to monitor your progress under professional advice. Let your body be your guide and both you and your doctor will doubtless be pleased with the results.

Salty Dog

Cauli-Carrot Combo

Cabbage Patch Combo

Asparagus Zucchini Medley

Brussels Bean Juice

7-Up

Cancer Fighter 1

Cancer Fighter 2

Strawberry Papaya Juice

Green Power

Power PAC

Beet High Blood Pressure

Blood Pressure Buster

Citrus Blend

Mellow Melon Juice

Banana Grapefruit Smoothie

Blueberry Raspberry Blend

Bok Choy Blend

Osteo Juice

High Calcium Cocktail

Super Immunity Booster

Headache Cure

Breathe Easy Juice

Common Cold Ade

Happiness in a Glass

Combat Depression

Considered especially beneficial for those with type 2 diabetes. Beta cells within the pancreas produce insulin, and cucumbers help to increase the hormone required by the beta cells in insulin production
.

It’s always a good idea to substitute kosher or sea salt in your recipes. Neither contain additives, and they have lower sodium overall than commercial table salt.

1. Process the cucumbers and lemon through your juicer according to the manufacturer’s directions.
   
2. Add the ginger.
   
3. Add salt to the juice according to your taste.
   
4. Serve alone or over ice.
   

PER SERVING:
 Calories: 125 | Fat: 1g | Protein: 5g | Sodium: 309mg | Carbohydrates: 31g | Sugar: 11g

This combination of vegetable juices is a tasty choice for diabetics who steer clear of sugary juices
.

1. Process the cauliflowers and carrots through your juicer according to the manufacturer’s directions.
   
2. Add the celery.
   
3. Serve the juice alone or over ice.
   

PER SERVING:
 Calories: 119 | Fat: 0.8g | Protein: 4.2g | Sodium: 211mg | Carbohydrates: 26g | Sugar: 12g

The great thing about cabbage, aside from its health benefits, is that it’s inexpensive year-round
.

1. Process the cabbages through your juicer according to the manufacturer’s directions.
   
2. Add the apples.
   
3. Stir the juice to combine the ingredients. Serve alone or over ice.
   

PER SERVING:
 Calories: 281 | Fat: 0.8g | Protein: 4.9g | Sodium: 53mg | Carbohydrates: 72g | Sugar: 53g

There’s nothing better than asparagus for regulating blood sugar levels
.

1. Process the vegetables through your juicer according to the manufacturer’s directions.
   
2. Mix the juice to combine the ingredients and serve over ice.
   

PER SERVING:
 Calories: 92 | Fat: 1.4g | Protein: 7.5g | Sodium: 33mg | Carbohydrates: 17g | Sugar: 12g

Brussels sprouts and beans are both good sources of natural insulin, and so are considered beneficial for people with diabetes and pre-diabetes
.

The stronger flavors of cabbages and Brussels sprouts are greatly mitigated by the lemon juice.

1. Process the beans through an electronic juicer according to the manufacturer’s directions.
   
2. Add the Brussels sprouts, followed by the lemon.
   
3. Mix the juice to combine the ingredients. Serve alone or over ice.
   

PER SERVING:
 Calories: 99 | Fat: 0.7g | Protein: 6.5g | Sodium: 36mg | Carbohydrates: 23g | Sugar: 7.5g

These seven ingredients combine in a powerful vegetable juice for cancer prevention because of their ability to fight free radicals and inflammation
.

1. Process the tomatoes through an electronic juicer according to the manufacturer’s directions.
   
2. Add the carrots, celery, and parsley.
   
3. Next add the onions, the cauliflower, and the garlic.
   
4. Mix the juice to combine the ingredients. Serve alone or over ice.
   

PER SERVING:
 Calories: 183 | Fat: 1.8g | Protein: 8.2g | Sodium: 201mg | Carbohydrates: 39g | Sugar: 20g

When it comes to fighting or preventing cancer remember the four Cs—collards, cabbage, carrots, and cauliflower
.

Cabbage and cauliflower contain several chemical compounds that research indicates provides protection against cancer. One of these, indole-3-carbinol, may deactivate estrogen and reduce the risk of breast cancer, while the compound sulforaphane helps degrade free radicals and some carcinogenic substances.

1. Process the greens through an electronic juicer according to the manufacturer’s directions.
   
2. Add the cabbage and cauliflower, followed by the carrots.
   
3. Mix the juice to combine the ingredients. Serve alone or over ice.
   

PER SERVING:
 Calories: 94 | Fat: 0.7g | Protein: 4.6g | Sodium: 118mg | Carbohydrates: 20g | Sugar: 9g

Wheatgrass juice contains thirteen vitamins. The chlorophyll and beta-carotene in wheatgrass juice is beneficial in fighting and preventing cancer
.

To derive maximum juice and benefit from wheatgrass, use a masticating juicer.

1. Process the beet and its greens through an electronic juicer according to the manufacturer’s directions.
   
2. Add the cauliflower, followed by the carrot and the wheatgrass.
   
3. Mix the juice to combine the ingredients. Serve alone or over ice.
   

PER SERVING:
 Calories: 125 | Fat: 0.5g | Protein: 5g | Sodium: 143g | Carbohydrates: 19g | Sugar: 10g

Thought to be beneficial in reducing the risk of colon cancer. The soluble fiber in papaya is able to bind itself with cancer-causing toxins in the colon and aids in their elimination
.

1. Process the berries and the papaya through an electronic juicer according to the manufacturer’s directions.
   
2. Add the cantaloupe.
   
3. Stir the juice, and enjoy alone or over ice.
   

PER SERVING:
 Calories: 153 | Fat: 1g | Protein: 3g | Sodium: 27mg | Fiber: 7g | Carbohydrates: 37g | Sugar: 27g

These dark leafy greens are rich in carotenoids, a specific group of antioxidants
.

Free radicals are elements thought to damage cells, which in turn can lead to the onset of cancerous growths. Antioxidants fight free radicals and reduce the risk of cellular damage.

1. Process the greens through an electronic juicer according to the manufacturer’s directions.
   
2. Stir the juice to combine the ingredients and serve over ice.
   

PER SERVING:
 Calories: 52 | Fat: 0.7g | Protein: 4.5g | Sodium: 58mg | Carbohydrates: 10g | Sugar: 2g

Proanthocyanidins (or PACs) are powerful cancer fighters and are found in beets, blueberries, and grapes as well as some other foods
.

1. Process the fruits in any order through an electronic juicer according to the manufacturer’s directions.
   
2. Serve immediately.
   

PER SERVING:
 Calories: 52 | Fat: 0.7g | Protein: 4.5g | Sodium: 58mg | Carbohydrates: 10g | Sugar: 2g

High blood pressure happens when the flow of blood puts too much pressure on your arteries. Fresh fruits and vegetables have a wonderful effect on lowering blood pressure, and beets are especially effective
.

The phthalides in celery have been shown to lower blood pressure. Celery is also a great source of potassium, calcium, and magnesium, each of which help to control hypertension, according to the Linus Pauling Institute.

1. Process the beet through an electronic juicer according to the manufacturer’s directions.
   
2. Add the carrots and the celery.
   
3. Stir the juice to combine the ingredients. Serve alone or over ice.
   

PER SERVING:
 Calories: 74 | Fat: 0.4g | Protein: 2.6g | Sodium: 194mg | Carbohydrates: 16g | Sugar: 10g

Science Daily reports that researchers from the London School of Medicine discovered that beet juice can lower blood pressure within an hour of drinking it and keep blood pressure down for up to twenty-four hours
.

1. Process the beet through an electronic juicer according to the manufacturer’s directions.
   
2. Add the orange and the apple.
   
3. Stir the juice to combine the ingredients. Serve alone or over ice.
   

PER SERVING:
 Calories: 133 | Fat: 0.4g | Protein: 2.5g | Sodium: 63mg | Carbohydrates: 33g | Sugar: 25g

The fruits in the citrus family can work wonders at reducing high blood pressure
.

Studies suggest that vitamin C reduces systolic blood pressure. A glass of orange juice at every meal can significantly lower your blood pressure. Any citrus fruit will do, but if you are also taking cholesterol medication, check with your doctor before drinking grapefruit juice.