Green Glow Refresher
Ingredients:
- 2 celery stalks
- 1 cup spinach leaves
- 1 small green apple, cored and chopped
- 1/2 lemon, peeled and seeds removed
Instructions:
- Wash all the ingredients thoroughly.
- Chop the celery stalks, spinach leaves, green apple, and peeled lemon into smaller pieces.
- Feed the ingredients through a juicer one by one.
- Once juiced, give the juice a gentle stir to mix the flavors.
- Serve immediately over ice if desired.
Benefits:
- Nutrient-Rich: This juice is packed with essential vitamins and minerals, including vitamin C, vitamin K, folate, potassium, and antioxidants, promoting overall health and well-being.
- Hydration: With its high water content from celery, apple, and lemon, this juice helps keep you hydrated throughout the day.
- Alkalizing: The combination of alkaline-forming celery and lemon helps balance the body’s pH levels, supporting a healthy internal environment.
- Digestive Health: The fiber from celery and spinach aids digestion and promotes regular bowel movements, supporting gastrointestinal health.
- Antioxidant Boost: Spinach and apple provide a rich source of antioxidants, which help combat oxidative stress and protect cells from damage caused by free radicals.
Nutritive Value (approximate):
- Calories: 90 kcal
- Carbohydrates: 22 g
- Fiber: 6 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Fat: 0.5 g
- Vitamin A: 4000 IU (80% DV)
- Vitamin C: 65 mg (72% DV)
- Vitamin K: 350 mcg (291% DV)
- Folate: 120 mcg (30% DV)
- Potassium: 500 mg (11% DV)
- Calcium: 120 mg (10% DV)
- Iron: 2 mg (11% DV)
- Magnesium: 50 mg (12% DV)
These values are approximate and can vary based on factors like the size and ripeness of the produce used. Enjoy this Green Vitality Booster as part of a balanced diet for a refreshing and nutrient-packed drink!
February 16, 2024
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