Easy Green Juice
This is a beautiful, nourishing base for any green juice, providing alkalinity, antioxidants, and mineralisation
Makes 1 Serving
3/4 cup Pineapple
1/2 cup Celery
1/2 cup Kale
A big squeeze of Lemon
1 knob of Ginger (more if desired)
You can also add Cayenne Pepper for extra blood boosting properties
Simply add all ingredients to your juicer, or even blender and enjoy immediately
Some inclusions or subsitutions to consider:
Less sweet/lower sugar: halve the pineapple and add in 1/2 green apple
Substitute spinach instead of kale for milder taste
Added herbs: 1-2 tablespoons chopped herbs: Parsley is a rich source of vitamin C, minerals and antioxidants, Mint; calms the digestive system and freshens the breath. The addition of cayenne or black pepper has a synergistic effect, resulting in increased nutrient absorption.
4 reasons to love this green juice:
Nutrient rich: Leafy greens such as kale and spinach are packed full of vitamins and minerals such as vitamin C, folate, vitamin K and potassium. They are also a source of antioxidants which fight free radical damage in the body.
Detoxifying and cleansing: Chlorophyll is found in green fruit and vegetables and not only gives them their characteristic colour, but it also has strong anti-inflammatory properties and nourishes the blood. Celery is a natural diuretic which can support the body's detoxification processes including removing metabolic wastes and toxins.
Gut friendly: Bromelain is a natural occurring enzyme found in pineapple which helps support the breakdown and digestion of proteins in the digestive system. Ginger is another gut loving herb known for its anti-inflammatory and anti-viral properties. It also assists in stimulating peristalsis, the natural movement of the gut therefore improving digestive function.
Anti-inflammatory: Green vegetables are more alkaline in nature and can therefore help balance the body's pH levels to support optimal health and reduce inflammation.
Michelle is a degree-qualified naturopath, with a passion for helping your body find its natural balance, offering a holistic and realistic approach to achieving optimal health.
Michelle has a particular interest in both adult and children’s gut health, auto-immune conditions, women’s hormonal health including perimenopause, anxiety, stress management and metabolic health. Having experienced the challenges of living with a chronic auto-immune disease since her teens, Michelle’s goal is to help other people navigate through their own health challenges and achieve and maintain good health. As a mum herself, Michelle enjoys supporting the health and wellbeing of parents, babies and children through the transition phases of pre-conception, pregnancy and beyond.