Natural juices, what fruits and vegetables can I use?

Vegetable juices are one of the options proposed by naturism to help combat, in a gentle way, different imbalances in our body.

Taking fresh vegetables in the form of juice or juice also has other advantages: they are easy to make at home, have a pleasant flavor, we can adapt them to our tastes and needs, they have practically no contraindications.

The diabetics They should restrict fruits, but hardly any vegetables. people with liver or kidney problems they have to consult with their doctor the amount of potassium that they can consume, since it is very present in vegetables.

The 8 fruits that cannot be missing in your natural juices

All fruits contain beneficial substances, but here we highlight those that are often used in juice therapy. Choose according to your tastes and seasonality.

Apple

is the juice queen, due to its sweetness and pectin content, which regulates constipation and diarrhea, and reduces cholesterol and triglycerides. Contains antibiotic phloretin and quercetin, which may prevent lung cancer.

Grape

Its anthocyanins, flavanols, coenzymes and cinnamates are beneficial for the Cardiovascular system. All these compounds prevent the oxidation of low-density lipoprotein cholesterol (reduce its harmfulness).

Pineapple

It is rich in vitamins of group B and C, citric and malic acids, magnesium, iron and sulfur. Due to the bromelain content, which breaks down proteins, it is indicated after copious meals and in liver or pancreas conditions.

Mango

It is one of the richest fruits in provitamin A and for this reason it has been used in skin conditions and to prevent macular degeneration of the retina. It also reduces cholesterol. Its magnificent flavor combines with any ingredient.

Kiwi

It’s a champion in vitamin C and also actinidain, an enzyme that improves protein digestion in a similar way to papain from papaya. Its antioxidants prevent degenerative diseases and cancer.

Orange

Excellent for the mornings, pleasant and rich in hesperidin and vitamin C. It stimulates the immune system, protects blood vessels and prevents cancer. People with gallbladder deficits can digest it poorly.

Lemon

It has been used classically as a source of vitamin C and for prevent colds. It is anti-inflammatory, diuretic and improves circulation. Diluted in water it is an excellent cleansing, vitamin and anti-arthritic refreshment.

Blueberry

It is very effective against deficiencies of the venous system. Recommended in arthritis, gastrointestinal, renal and urinary conditions. Improves visual acuity and prevents macular degeneration. Diabetics can take the juice.

Dare with vegetables in juices!

Garden products, in addition to offering unique nutraceuticalshelp juices not provide excess sugar that raises blood glucose.

Vegetables are low in calories and provide detoxifying capacity.

Carrot

is the joker It combines perfectly with fruits and vegetables. It is antidegenerative and preventative of cancer, especially lung cancer. In my opinion, the basic juice is apple and carrot juice.

Cucumber

In addition to water (95% of its weight) it contains an alkaloid called fisetin that improves memory and mental agility. It is a refreshing food in every way, with some anti-inflammatory activity.

Beet

The purple color is due to its betaine content with anti-inflammatory properties. It also improves the metabolism of fats. Due to its richness in nitrogen, pregnant women and children should not abuse it.

Onion

It is recommended when we have cough and bronchial conditions, arthritis, hypertension, diabetes and as an appetite stimulant. Use less than the rest of the juices so that its flavor does not dominate too much.

radishes

They contain vitamin C, calcium, iron and above all sulfur compounds that stimulate the liver. It prevents cancer, diabetes, constipation and especially respiratory problems such as asthma or bronchitis.

Celery

It is recommended as a diuretic and in the stone treatment in the kidney and hypertension. Regulates menstruation and improves fluid retention. But the most curious and little known thing is that it has a discreet aphrodisiac effect.

Parsley

It has a large amount of vitamin C –50 g provides all you need per day– and beta-carotene. It’s excellent to whet your appetite and regulate digestion. It prevents anemia, relieves urinary tract infections and stimulates the immune system.

Garlic

protect the heart, reduces hypertension, cholesterol and sugar levels. One tooth per person is more than enough. You can blend it with the rest of the ingredients or crush it and add it.

How to choose the best juice maker?

To extract the juice from fruits and vegetables there is a variety of machines with different technologies and various prices.

Cold press, the slow extractors

The slow extractors or cold press (cold pressing) only “chew” the product in a pressing screw and offer a fresher and more nutritious juice.

The quality of a cold press extractor It depends, among other factors, on the size, whether it has one or two propellers (they extract more juice), the ease of cleaning and functions such as the possibility of reversing (to solve blockages) or regulating the output of the pulp. (to include it in the juice).

The materials should be resistant and free of toxins that could contaminate the juice. search machines bisphenol free (BPA) such as those that incorporate Tritan plastic. There are machines in which all the parts are made of steel.

jar blenders

Jar blenders allow take advantage of all the fiber of fruits and vegetables. Those with the highest power (from 700 watts) offer a finer texture. Choose it with a glass glass.

centrifugal blenders

The centrifuges are classic blenders They separate the juice from the fiber by means of a filter that rotates at high speed, but the friction causes a rise in temperature that alters the properties and flavor of the juice.