Organic Smoothies for a Healthy Pregnancy : Ginger Melon Stress Meltaway, Cabbage, Broccoli, and Celery , Raspberry Immune System Smoothie

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1. Ginger Melon Stress Meltaway

Although pregnancy is an amazing experience of
excitement and anticipation, stress and moodiness can sometimes make it
seem unbearable. Calm your nerves while quieting cravings with this
delicious combination of watercress, melons, citrus, and ginger.

YIELDS: 3–4 CUPS

1 cup watercress

1⁄2 cantaloupe, rind and seeds removed

1⁄2 honeydew, rind and seeds removed

1 tangerine, peeled

1⁄2” ginger, peeled

1 cup red raspberry tea

  1. Combine watercress, cantaloupe, honeydew, tangerine, and ginger in a blender and blend until thoroughly combined.
  2. Add tea as needed while blending until desired consistency is achieved.
  Calories Fat Protein Sodium Fiber Carbohydrates
PER 1 CUP SERVING 94 0g 2g 45mg 2g 24g


2. Cabbage, Broccoli, and Celery

Good for fighting infections during pregnancy

The discomforts of pregnancy aren’t limited to
nausea. Bacterial infections resulting from hormonal fluctuations can
be worsened by diet and can lead to discomfort. Fortunately, the
cabbage, broccoli, and celery found in this recipe are rich in vitamin
C that helps combat infections and will keep you feeling great for all
three trimesters!

YIELDS: 3–4 CUPS

1 cup cabbage

1⁄2 cup broccoli

1⁄2 cup cauliflower

1 stalk celery

2 cups caffeine-free raspberry tea

  1. Combine cabbage, broccoli, cauliflower, celery, and 1 cup of tea in a blender and blend until thoroughly combined.
  2. Add remaining 1 cup of tea as needed while blending until desired consistency is achieved.
  Calories Fat Protein Sodium Fiber Carbohydrates
PER 1 CUP SERVING 19 0g 1g 29mg 2g 4g


3. Raspberry Immune System Smoothie

Good for strengthening your immune system

Protect your body and your baby from illness
by packing in the vitamin C found in the oranges, pineapple, lemon, and
lime in this recipe. Not only does this amazing vitamin promote health
and immunity, it can alleviate stress and improve mental stability and
happiness.

YIELDS: 3–4 CUPS

1 cup watercress

2 oranges, peeled

1⁄2 pineapple, peeled and cored

1⁄2 lemon, peeled

1⁄2 lime, peeled

1 cup red raspberry tea

  1. Combine watercress, oranges, pineapple, lemon, and lime in a blender and blend until thoroughly combined.
  2. Add tea as needed while blending until desired consistency is achieved.
  Calories Fat Protein Sodium Fiber Carbohydrates
PER 1 CUP SERVING 105 0g 2g 6mg 3g 27g