Jens Green detox Juice Recipe

 Green juices are my ultimate favorite and I don't make them often enough as I probably should. They are so refreshing and so good for you. I wanted to do some digging to research the health benefits of my recipe.

Green Detox Juice Recipe:
Yields Approx: 24 fl. oz. 

4 Large Dark Green Leaves (Swiss Chard or Kale) 
4 Celery Ribs 
3 Handfuls of  Baby Spinach Leaves
1/2 Cucumber
2 Apples (Gala or Fuji)
1 Lemon

Grocery Shopping Costs / Shopping List that makes (2) 24 fl oz green juices above:
1 Bunch or Kale or Swiss Chard $1.49 - $2.49
1 Stalk of Celery $1.49 
1 16 oz clamshell of Baby Spinach $4.99
1 Cucumber $.89
3 lb bag Apples  $3.99
2 lemons $1.58 

The costs is about $15 to make (2) 24 oz large green juices. Prices vary depending on the area  you live in and if you buy organic. I live in Southern California and prices are typically higher. My neighbor also has a lemon tree and I borrow some lemons from time to time to save costs.

​Health Benefits:

Kale: 1 Cup of Kale or 2.4 oz (2-3 Leaves) contains Daily Value diet percentages: 206% Vitamin A, 684% Vitamin K, 134% Vitamin C, 9% Vitamin B6, 26% Manganese, 9% Calcium, 10% Copper, 9% Potassium, 6% Magnesium, 3%+/ - Iron, Vitamin B1, B2. & B3. High in antioxidants, anti inflammatory, lowers cholesterol, high in minerals. 

Swiss Chard: 1 Cup of Swiss Chard contains Daily Value diet percentages: 214% Vitamin A, 53% Vitamin C, 17% Vitamin E, 716% Vitamin K, 10% Calcium, 14% Copper, 38% Magnesium, 29% Manganese, 22% Iron, 27% Potassium. High in antioxidants, loaded with fiber. 

Celery: Packed with 12 antioxidants including vitamin C and beta carotene and approximately 25 anti inflammatory compounds this vegetable supports digestion, reduces blood pressure.

Baby Spinach: Excellent source of vitamin K, vitamin A, vitamin C and folate as well as being a good source of manganese, magnesium, iron and vitamin B2.  Includes health promoting beta carotene, lutein and zeaxanthin. Can help lower glucose levels.

Cucumber: Great for hydration this vegetable is 96% water, but also contains Vitamin K, Vitamin C, Magnesium, Manganese, and Potassium. It also contains antioxidants and anti-inflammatory properties and can also reduce blood sugar. 

Apple: Rich in fiber, vitamins C, and potassium and manganese, they also contain antioxidants and small traces of calcium, iron, vitamin A, B, and E . 

Lemon: 1 lemon provides 51% daily intake value of vitamin C and contains soluble fiber. 

Breville 800JEXL Juice Fountain Elite 1000-Watt Juice Extractor,Brushed Stainless

The machine is I use is called the Breville 800JEXL Juice Fountain Elite. I love this machine because I can literally put all the fruits and veggies in whole and not have to chop up veggies which is time consuming. It is also very easy to clean. 

The cost of this machine is pricey, Amazon has it listed for $299. I purchased mine 8 years ago and have probably used it 500 times and it still works great! It is a great investment and you can order replacement parts such as the filter. 

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