1. Apricot Apple
Good for your digestive system
Apples provide an excellent source of both
soluble and insoluble fiber, so they’re great for helping you resolve
constipation issues during pregnancy. After juicing the fruits,
consider blending them with 1 cup of plain yogurt. Yogurt is very good
for the stomach because it contains “good bacteria” that aids digestion.
YIELDS: 1 CUP
4 apricots, pitted
2 Gala apples, peeled
Juice apricots and apples. Stir.
| Calories | Fat | Protein | Sodium | Fiber | Carbohydrates | |
| PER 1 CUP SERVING | 107 | 0.56g | 1.6g | 1.1mg | 3.4g | 27g |
2. Pear Apple
Good for your digestive system
The common occurrence of constipation during
pregnancy may not be pleasant. However, the pectin in pears is a
diuretic and so pears have a mild laxative effect. Drinking pear juice
regularly helps regulate bowel movements. The Bartlett is known for
being one of the most juicy pears, which is why it was selected for
this recipe.
YIELDS: 3⁄4 CUP
2 Bartlett pears
2 red delicious apples
1⁄4 lemon, peeled
Juice pears, apples, and lemon. Stir.
| Calories | Fat | Protein | Sodium | Fiber | Carbohydrates | |
| PER 3⁄4 CUP SERVING | 172 | 0.87g | 2.6g | 1.5mg | 13g | 51g |
3. Apple Cucumber with a Twist
Good for your digestive system
This juice can be the perfect remedy for
constipation. Apple skins have pectin, which helps remove harmful
substances from the colon. Cucumbers contain an enzyme called erepsin
that is useful in digesting protein. Enzymes that aid digestion are
important during pregnancy to ensure that the nutrients from the foods
you eat will be absorbed efficiently and delivered to your baby.
YIELDS: 1 CUP
2 Granny Smith apples, cored
2 carrots, peeled
1 cucumber, peeled
1 lemon, peeled
1 stalk celery
Juice apples, carrots, cucumber, lemon, and celery. Stir.
| Calories | Fat | Protein | Sodium | Fiber | Carbohydrates | |
| PER 1 CUP SERVING | 263 | 1.6g | 6.7g | 226mg | 17g | 68g |