What ingredients should be avoided in green juice?
Written by
Stella Nilsson
Reviewed by
Prof. Graham Pierce, Ph.D.The ingredients chosen make the difference between whether green juice is a help or a hindrance to your health. This guide will identify components that should be omitted based on the principles of nutrition science. You will learn what to eliminate in recipes to provide maximum benefits and safety. Practical substitutes will give delicious results with no compromises.
High-Sugar Fruits
- Mango and pineapple spike blood sugar rapidly
- Grapes concentrate fructose without fiber balance
- Use green apples sparingly as lower-sweetness options
High-Oxalate Greens
- Spinach contains 200mg oxalate per cup
- Beet greens increase kidney stone risk
- Choose kale or romaine as safer alternatives
Starchy Vegetables
- Carrots add hidden sugars when juiced
- Sweet potatoes disrupt liquid consistency
- Opt for celery or cucumber instead
Preparation procedures can influence ingredient safety. For instance, removing seeds from apples is recommended because they contain cyanogenic glycosides, which can be toxic when ingested. Wash greens in a solution of baking soda and water to eliminate some of the pesticides. Peeling non-organic fruits and vegetables is wise, as juicing the surface concentrates the residues as well. These matters ensure that even borderline ingredients are made safer.
Individuals with specific health conditions require special precautions. People with sensitive kidneys should avoid high-oxalate greens completely. Diabetics should avoid all fruit, except lemon. Individuals taking certain medications should avoid vitamin K-containing ingredients, such as kale. Children need diluted juices without strong herbs.
The program of safety in juicing practice is established in the following manner: First, rotate greens weekly to prevent Mineral build-up. Second, test new materials in small amounts. Third, compound juices with fibrous foods. Fourth, watch body reactions in order to modify the recipes. Good quality material is the difference between benefit and danger in practice.
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