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yields 1½ cups
yields 2 cups
yields 1 quart
juices & smoothies (optional) and/or buckwheat) 1-inch piece ginger root 1 bunch spinach 1 cup (4 ounces) string beans 2 carrots, unpeeled 2 stalks celery 2 cucumbers, unpeeled 1 beet, unpeeled CLEANSER BLOOD AND LIVER 1 apple, unpeeled and cored ½ large fennel bulb ½ cup mint leaves ¼ lemon 4 stalks celery DIGESTIVE BOOSTER ½-inch piece ginger root 1 Granny Smith apple 4 cups sprouts (sunflower, pea greens, 3 stalks celery 2 cucumbers CLEANSE AND HEAL yields 1 cu

yields 4 cups
LEAN AND
GREEN SMOOTHIE smoothie benefits
Both turmeric and ginger have a distinct
flavor, so use them in moderation. They are There are countless variations of smooth-
high in antioxidants, are anti-inflammatory,
and have powerful healing properties. A ies: they can be based with green veggies,
tropical root related to ginger, the vibrant sprouts, or fruits. Whatever the combo,
yellow-orange turmeric root is available they offer concentrated delicious nutri-
fresh or in powdered form (most common). It tion in minutes.
GREEN JUICE COMBOS has a somewhat bitter taste, but no artificial
coloring or flavoring is needed when using Fruit and vegetable smoothies are full of
this highly beneficial root vegetable. fiber and high in antioxidants. Because
they are high in fiber and very cleans-
yields 2 quarts ¾ cup spinach ing, they are ideal for those with diges-
1 kale stem tive concerns. The nutrients are rapidly
1/3 fresh pineapple
VEGGIE TANG assimilated, and the texture is so soft
1 Granny Smith apple, unpeeled
Adding fruits to a green juice mixture 1 cup ice cubes they are also ideal for people with dental
may make it more palatable; however, 2 ripe kiwis problems and for babies. All you need is
to attain the optimal health benefits, a blender or smoothie maker and 5 min-
it’s not recommended. To encourage ½-inch piece fresh turmeric or ginger root utes. A smoothie snack or meal is quick,
a reluctant child or adult to adopt the Dash of stevia or 1 teaspoon Sugarless, easy, and requires minimal cleanup.
juicing habit, you can add an apple to taste (see recipe note)
to green juice, lessening the amount However, keep in mind that fruit
of fruit over time. As you progress, 1. Blend the spinach, kale, pineapple, ap- smoothies are high in sugar, so it’s wise
gradually phase out the fruits in ple, ice cubes, and kiwis until smooth. to consume them in the morning for the
favor of vegetables. Try this juice with 2. Sweeten to taste with stevia or Sugar- optimal cleansing effect and sparingly
the ginger. Ginger adds a lemony, less. otherwise. In fact, the Rambam advises
peppery, slightly sweet but pungent to refrain from eating too many fruits
taste.
RECIPE NOTE Sugarless is a brand (Hilchos De’os 4:11).
1 bunch spinach leaves of sugar-free sweetener that substi- To boost the nutritional value of your
1 head romaine lettuce tutes for sugar one to one: 1 cup sugar smoothie, add liquid or powder supple-
4 Granny Smith apples, unpeeled is equal to 1 cup Sugarless. ments, such as maca, lecithin, blue-green
½ head celery algae, vitamin C, or a spoonful of an
2-inch piece fresh ginger root If health, taste, and simplicity are what omega-rich oil, such as hemp, coconut, or
(optional) motivate you, then fresh vegetable juices flax. Though less than delicious, these ad-
Juice of 1 lemon (optional) are the perfect solution. The veggies give the
juice a beautiful bright green color (hence the ditions won’t alter the taste of the smooth-
name: green juice); it tastes fantastic and is ie while adding a supercharge of nutrition.
easily absorbed by the body.
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