Refreshing Cucumber, Pineapple & Fennel Juice
Ingredients:
• 1 medium cucumber
• 1/2 small pineapple, peeled and chopped
• 1 celery stalk
• 1/2 fennel bulb, chopped
• 2 small pieces of fresh ginger
• 1/2 cup cold water (optional)
Instructions:
1. Wash and prep all ingredients. Rinse the cucumber, celery, and fennel thoroughly. Peel the pineapple and ginger, and cut everything into small pieces.
2. Juicing options:
• Blender: Add all ingredients to a blender, including water if preferred. Blend until smooth. Strain if a lighter texture is desired.
• Juicer: Pass all ingredients through a juicer and enjoy fresh.
3. Serve immediately to take full advantage of the juice’s freshness and nutritional properties.
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Health Benefits of This Juice:
• Hydrating and detoxifying: Cucumber provides a refreshing boost of hydration and helps flush out toxins from the body.
• Supports digestion: Pineapple contains digestive enzymes that help break down food and ease the digestive process.
• Fights bloating: The combination of fennel and ginger works wonders for the digestive system by helping to reduce gas and relieve bloating.
• Promotes a healthy gut: Fennel and ginger also support the growth of beneficial gut bacteria, which improves how the body handles food and enhances nutrient absorption.
• Alkalizing and mineral-rich: Celery adds essential minerals like potassium and helps maintain the body’s natural pH balance.
• Natural energy boost: Ginger stimulates circulation and metabolism while offering a zesty, invigorating flavor.