Organic Juices for a Healthy Pregnancy : Cabbage Juice, Cranberry Apple, Watermelon Straight Up

1. Cabbage Juice

Cabbage is high in vitamins C and K, fiber,
and detoxifying sulfur compounds, which can assist in fighting off
several germs found in common public places, like offices, restrooms,
and schools. This juice will keep you and your baby-to-be healthy.

YIELDS: 1¹⁄₄ CUPS

1 cup chopped cabbage

2 carrots, peeled

2 apples, cored

Juice cabbage, carrots, and apples. Stir.

	Calories	Fat	Protein	Sodium	Fiber	Carbohydrates
PER 1¹⁄₄ CUP SERVING	180	0.38g	3.3g	95mg	11g	54g

2. Cranberry Apple

Good for fighting infections during pregnancy

Pregnancy increases your risk for urinary
infections, and incorporating the cranberry juice found in this recipe
into your diet will help prevent bacteria from sticking to your
bladder. Cranberries are very high in vitamin C. They’re only in season
for a few months, but fresh berries purchased in November and December
can be frozen and used throughout the year.

YIELDS: 1 CUP

1¹⁄₄ cups cranberries

2 red apples, cored

Juice cranberries and apples. Stir.

	Calories	Fat	Protein	Sodium	Fiber	Carbohydrates
PER 1 CUP SERVING	76	0.31g	1g	1.7mg	3.6g	27g

3. Watermelon Straight Up

Helps boost energy levels

Watermelon is very high in electrolytes, so
this sweet treat is a glass of energy when you need it most during your
pregnancy. Electrolytes help regulate your body’s fluids, which helps
you maintain a healthy pH balance and supports an optimal level of body
function. With this juice, your energy levels will also be more than
efficient.

YIELDS: 1 CUP

1 cup watermelon, rind removed

1 lime, peeled

Juice watermelon and lime. Stir.

	Calories	Fat	Protein	Sodium	Fiber	Carbohydrates
PER 1 CUP SERVING	65	0.32g	2.2g	2.8mg	2g	20

The electrolytes and high water
content of melons will keep your energy levels up during pregnancy and
may even help alleviate morning sickness. If you prefer to keep it
simple, try them on their own with Watermelon Straight Up and
Cantaloupe Straight Up, or bring those flavors together in a refreshing
glass of Super Melon.