If you want to get healthier this summer and detox your body, it starts with what you put into your body. While you do not need to do a juice cleanse just to be healthier, adding more fresh juice is a great idea. Here is more information on juicing during this time of year.
Use Fresh Summer Produce
Before you start juicing, you need to begin with the best quality fruits and vegetables you can get your hands on. Go for the freshest produce, organic whenever possible (however, not mandatory). Search out your local farmer’s market, that will be the freshest available produce source to you.
Go for produce that is in-season during summer where you live. This may vary, but here are some examples:
Apples | Blueberries |
Cantaloupes | Cherries |
Gooseberries | Raspberries |
Grapes | Rhubarb |
Beets | Apricots |
Squash | Peaches |
Peaches | Plums |
Greens | Carrots |
Lettuce | Cucumbers |
Figs | Limes |
Spinach | Strawberries |
Chard | Watermelons |
Collard Greens | Zucchini |
It is good to look up what produce is in season where you live, as different climates offer different varieties, and the quality and price might vary quite a bit as well.
Try New Flavor Combinations
You can find a lot of juicing recipes online. Some popular options are combining greens like spinach and kale, with apples and berries for sweetness. However, you can go crazy. Throw caution to the wind and try just about any ingredients together that you want. Don’t be afraid to experiment! If you have fruits mixed in, you will get the sweetness you crave, even with lots of veggies.
Try a vegetable juice with celery, carrots, greens, and broccoli, or mix different fruits together, like citrus, apples, and watermelon to see what you get. This is when you come up with some of the best juices because it is not a recipe you would find anywhere online.
Don’t Forget Your Herbs and Spices
You should also add in some herbs and spices to increase the nutrient value and bring out more of the flavors of your juice. Some herbs you can find in the summer are dandelion root, mint, lemongrass, and basil. In addition to being a delicious addition to your juice they offer added healing properties. You can also use spices that contain even more detoxing potential, like turmeric or ginger.
Don’t be shy about combining ingredients you wouldn’t have thought of and tweaking other people’s recipes to fit your personal needs and preferences, both with taste and what you have available.
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