Grapefruit Carrot juice

I have recently started juicing after debating for a while about the pros and cons.  There are no studies that prove huge health benefits, but that didn't bother me much because if I had listened to the medical community before switching to a plant-based, gluten-free diet, I would have undergone brain surgery and would still eat the standard American diet.  Having lived through this transformation and seeing the positive effect it has had on my health became reason enough to convince me that juicing could also have its benefits.  I read quite a lot about other people's experience with juicing and decided to give it a try.  I have not bought a juicer, I use my vitamix and a fine mesh strainer in order to separate the fibers from the juice.  I have been drinking a juice every day for a few weeks and can say the effects on my energy level are tremendous.  I feel normal again. 

 

 

 

Did you know that the grapefruit is a vitamin C super fruit that is great for fighting the common cold and is so powerful at fighting free radicals that consuming it can benefit you from a reduction in cancer risks, cardiovascular diseases and strokes.

 

 

 

Grapefruit Carrot Juice

 

Ingredients

 

3 cups filtered water

2 cups organic kale

4 organic carrots

1 organic grapefruit

1/2 inch fresh organic ginger

 

Place all ingredients in juicer or vitamix.  If using a blender, mix until you get a thick watery paste.  Place fine mesh strainer over a large bowl and empty juice over it.  It may take up to five minutes in order to separate the juice from the fiber  (fiber may be kept and used in muffins).  Serve and enjoy!

 

Thanks for reading and Happy New Year!

Amelie