The Everything Giant Book of Juicing (6 page)

1. Process the oranges and lemons in an electronic juicer according to the manufacturer’s directions.
   
2. Add the honey, followed by the grapes.
   
3. Whisk the juice to combine completely and enjoy! If you prefer, add cold water to thin the juice slightly and lessen the intensity of the flavor.
   

PER SERVING:
 Calories: 922 | Fat: 2g | Protein: 10g | Sodium: 20mg | Carbohydrates: 245g | Sugar: 204g

Veggies such as asparagus and celery are natural diuretics that are especially beneficial to the kidneys, another of the body’s most important organs. This one is especially useful for those suffering side effects from certain medications
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Thought to be one of the superfoods, asparagus will not, as some sources insist, cure cancer. But it is extremely rich in folic acid, vitamins A and E, and iron.

1. Process the tomato and asparagus through your electronic juicer according to the manufacturer’s directions.
   
2. Add the cucumber and lemon.
   
3. Mix the juice to combine and served chilled or over ice.
   

PER SERVING:
 Calories: 91 | Fat: 1g | Protein: 4.5g | Sodium: 16mg | Carbohydrates: 21g | Sugar: 10g

It seems as though everyone has a favorite juice when it comes to cleansing and detoxifying, but you can’t go wrong with carrots. They are especially beneficial for colon health, and are a rich source of vitamin A, which is essential to the health of all the mucous membranes of the body. The addition of lemon to this recipe adds vitamin C and balances the carrots with a brighter note of flavor
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Unlike other root veggies such as beets and turnips, never use carrot greens in your juice. They are not only bitter, they contain elements that can be toxic.

1. Process the carrots, one at a time, through your electronic juicer according to the manufacturer’s directions.
   
2. Cut the apple into chunks and add.
   
3. Add the lemon.
   
4. Whisk the juice to combine and enjoy immediately.
   

PER SERVING:
 Calories: 212 | Fat: 1g | Protein: 3.5g | Sodium: 155mg | Carbohydrates: 54g | Sugar: 33g

Carrot Cleanse

This juice uses Jerusalem artichokes, a root vegetable related to the sunflower family. Sometimes called sun chokes or earth apples, they can be found in organic and specialty markets. This is an intensely flavored juice, so add distilled water as desired
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Cilantro is the fresh leaves of the coriander plant. Sometimes known as Chinese parsley, its strong aroma and unusual flavor tends to polarize opinion on its use as a seasoning. Food scientists believe that whether you like it or hate it may have something to do with genetics. Famous chef Julia Child was once quoted as saying she would just pick it out and throw it on the floor!

1. Process the Jerusalem artichokes, one at a time, through your electronic juicer according to the manufacturer’s directions.
   
2. Roll the cilantro into a ball to compress and add.
   
3. Add the radishes and carrots.
   
4. Mix the juice thoroughly to combine and serve over ice as desired.
   

PER SERVING:
 Calories: 303 | Fat: 0.5g | Protein: 8g | Sodium: 159mg | Carbohydrates: 71g | Sugar: 38g

Don’t forget that good old aqua pura is one of the best and most efficient ways to detox and cleanse your body. The recipe uses kiwi and grapefruit for a nice vitamin C blast as well
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Despite the kiwi’s fuzzy exterior, it really isn’t necessary to peel them before processing. If you find the fuzz too off-putting, scrub the fruit lightly with a brush to remove it before juicing.

1. Process the kiwi and the grapefruit through your electronic juicer according to the manufacturer’s directions.
   
2. Add the water and mix thoroughly.
   
3. Drink as soon as possible after preparation as fresh vitamin C deteriorates quickly.
   

PER SERVING:
 Calories: 302 | Fat: 1.5g | Protein: 5.5g | Sodium: 14mg | Carbohydrates: 75g | Sugar: 35g

Papaya is a great cleansing fruit and is good for people with liver problems, constipation, and urinary disorders
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Papayas contain papain, a digestive enzyme that is used in meat tenderizers to break down tough meat fibers. South Americans have used papain to tenderize meat for centuries, and it is now available in powdered meat tenderizers all over the world. Papaya is a very good source of vitamins A and C.

1. Process the papayas and strawberries through your electronic juicer according to the manufacturer’s directions.
   
2. Stir together and enjoy!
   

PER SERVING:
 Calories: 283 | Fat: 1.2g | Protein: 4.6g | Sodium: 19mg | Carbohydrates: 70g | Sugar: 42g

When it comes to body cleansing, sometimes the simplest combinations are the best. Cucumbers are not only a good diuretic, which helps flush the kidneys, they also help to control arthritis, eczema, and remove toxins from the blood
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In juicing, a good rule of thumb to follow when calculating how much produce you need to buy is: 1 pound produce will yield approximately 1 cup of juice.

1. Process the cucumber and the apple through your electronic juicer according to the manufacturer’s directions.
   
2. Add the water to make 1 cup and mix thoroughly. Drink and enjoy!
   

PER SERVING:
 Calories: 122 | Fat: 0.5g | Protein: 2.4g | Sodium: 6mg | Carbohydrates: 31g | Sugar: 21g

Avocados don’t juice well, but can be blended with fresh pressed juice for an elegant smoothie. In hospitals, avocados are often blended with infant formula or breast milk and fed to premature infants with immature digestive systems to help build them up
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Avocados contain more than 20 nutrients, are rich in vitamin K and monosaturated fats, and are thought to assist in reducing high blood pressure and bad cholesterol.

1. Process the kale or Swiss chard and the mango chunks through an electronic juicer according to the manufacturer’s directions.
   
2. Transfer the mixture to a blender and add the avocado, coconut water, and ice.
   
3. Blend until smooth.
   

PER SERVING:
 Calories: 201 | Fat: 8.5g | Protein: 6g | Sodium: 62mg | Fiber: 7.5g | Carbohydrates: 31g | Sugar: 12g

All melons are good for a cleanse because of their high water content. Cantaloupe is especially good with its high carotene content
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Juice from alkaline vegetables including carrots, tomatoes, parsley, spinach, kale, and celery helps detoxify the liver, kidneys, blood, and muscle tissue of toxins that have been accumulating for years.

1. Cut the melon into chunks and process through an electronic juicer according to the manufacturer’s directions.
   
2. Roll the mint and parsley into balls to compress and add to the juicer.
   
3. Add the blueberries.
   
4. Whisk the juice together to combine ingredients and enjoy!
   

PER SERVING:
 Calories: 193 | Fat: 1.2g | Protein: 4.6g | Sodium: 60mg | Carbohydrates: 46g | Sugar: 36g

Why buy bottled when you can make this yourself?

Scientists have discovered that cranberries contain an amazing array of phytonutrients that include flavonoids, phenolic acids, and anthocyanins, all powerful antioxidants that help prevent cancer, infections, and may help to prevent ailments such as stomach ulcers.

1. Process the cranberries through an electronic juicer according to the manufacturer’s directions.
   
2. Add the carrots and the apples.
   
3. Mix the juice thoroughly and serve.
   

PER SERVING:
 Calories: 277 | Fat: 1g | Protein: 3g | Sodium: 150mg | Carbohydrates: 70g | Sugar: 45g

Countdown your cleanse with this easy recipe. The high fiber content of this combo will help readjust your digestion to solid foods as you’re coming off a fast
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Most people are aware that vitamin K is essential to proper blood clotting, but you may not know that it also contributes to heart and bone health.

1. Process the apples through an electronic juicer according to the manufacturer’s directions.
   
2. Add the carrots, followed by the yam.
   
3. Whisk the juice to combine the ingredients and serve alone or over ice.
   

PER SERVING:
 Calories: 408 | Fat: 1g | Protein: 4.2g | Sodium: 82mg | Carbohydrates: 101g | Sugar: 45g

Not just for cleansing, cabbage has beneficial effects for hair, skin, and nails, too!

There are several varieties of chards available, and while they carry many of the nutritional benefits of kale, many juicers prefer it because it has a milder flavor.

1. Process the broccoli through an electronic juicer according to the manufacturer’s directions.
   
2. Cut the cabbage into chunks and add to the juicer.
   
3. Add the kale or chard.
   
4. Mix the juice thoroughly and serve alone or over ice.
   

PER SERVING:
 Calories: 242 | Fat: 1.5g | Protein: 14g | Sodium: 187mg | Carbohydrates: 54g | Sugar: 24g

If juice fasting leaves you a bit low on get up and go, use this juice for an energy boost!

Although similar in taste, yams and sweet potatoes don’t belong to the same botanical family. Yams are closely related to the lily, while sweet potatoes belong to the Morning Glory family.

1. Process the orange segments through an electronic juicer according to the manufacturer’s directions.
   
2. Add the pears.
   
3. Cut the yam into pieces and add to the juicer. Serve over ice.
   

PER SERVING:
 Calories: 484 | Fat: 1g | Protein: 6g | Sodium: 16mg | Carbohydrates: 121g | Sugar: 56g