The Health Benefits of Juicing: A Nutritional Guide
Why Nutrition is the Foundation of Health
At Above & Beyond Acupuncture, one of our core beliefs is that nutrition is the foundation of health and wellness. All patients receive nutritional guidance as part of their treatment, providing them with an opportunity to improve their diet.
While there are some people who have a basic understanding about nutrition, there remains a large portion of the population that is naïve about how their diet negatively impacts their health. Juicing vegetables is one of the easiest and most popular recommendations we provide to the patients with whom we work. It has proven to be something that anyone can do to improve his or her health.
Is Juicing Vegetables Healthy?
Juicing your vegetables is a great way to meet your daily nutritional requirements. While eating whole vegetables is ideal, many people lack the time or desire to do so.
Benefits of Juicing:
- Provides essential vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants
- Delivers phytochemicals that support cellular health
- Easily digestible and quickly absorbed by the body
One Consideration:
Juicing removes fiber, which is essential for digestion. For optimal health, pair juicing with whole vegetable consumption.
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Best Time of Day to Juice
When it comes to juicing, we recommend drinking it first thing in the morning.
Why Morning Juicing is Beneficial
- Boosts Nutrient Absorption – Your body absorbs nutrients more effectively on an empty stomach
- Aids Digestion – Helps cleanse and stimulate the digestive system
- Increases Energy – Provides sustained energy throughout the day, reducing reliance on caffeine
- Supports Regularity – Many people experience improved bowel movements after incorporating juicing into their routine
Starting your day with fresh vegetable juice helps set the tone for better health and vitality.
What Vegetables Should You Juice?
When patients at Above & Beyond Acupuncture receive nutritional guidance, they are provided with a “juice prescription.” This is a list of what items to juice, how much of each item to use, and where it can be purchased. This prescription contains a combination of vegetables that will mix together to not only be healthy but also taste great.
Juice Prescription (Follow this order for best results!)
- Celery (use 3-4 pieces)
- Swiss Chard (use 2 big leaves)
- Kale (use 3-4 pieces)
- Carrots (use 5 – 10 carrots)
- Lemon (juice 2 lemons, don’t put them in the juicer)
It is important to note that all items on this list should be organic; this will eliminate the chance of consuming unnecessary pesticides and toxins.
Nutritional Benefits of Each Ingredient
Celery
- Studies have shown that celery has the ability to fight cancer
- Lowers cholesterol
- Aids digestion
- Acts as a diuretic
- Flights inflammation
- Lowers blood pressure
- Alleviates insomnia
- Aids in weight loss
- Helps to eliminate gallstones and kidney stones
- Calms the nervous system
- Helps alleviate allergies
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Swiss Chard
- Rich in vitamins A (beta-carotene), B6, C, E, and K
- Contains essential minerals like iron, calcium, magnesium, riboflavin, phosphorus, potassium, copper, and manganese
- Supports immune function and bone health
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Kale
- Contains a significant amount of Omega 3 ALA (alpha-linolenic acid). It is rich in calcium, copper, iron and potassium
- High in vitamin B1, vitamin B2, vitamin C, vitamin E and vitamin K
- It has been shown to increase bone density, lower the growth of cancer cells, and reduce bad cholesterol levels
- Helps to detox the body, reduce inflammation, improve skin, and aid in weight loss.
How kale boosts overall health
Carrots
- Rich in essential nutrients – Contains vitamin A, C, E, B vitamins, and potassium to support overall health.
- Boosts digestion & metabolism – Stimulates appetite, regulates blood sugar, and improves liver function.
- Enhances skin & eye health – Helps cleanse acne, promotes clear skin, and supports vision.
- Supports heart & immune function – Lowers cholesterol, improves circulation, and strengthens immunity.
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Lemon
- High in vitamin C and essential minerals
- Balances the body’s pH and supports digestion
- Boosts the immune system and detoxifies the body
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Start Juicing Today!
By starting your day with this juice prescription, you are providing your body with an amazing array of nutrients that promote health and well-being. This juice combination has the ability to help treat a variety of different ailments and can also be used proactively to maintain balance and harmony. We suggest that you start your juicing regimen as soon as possible. Your body will thank you!
