Cantaloupe Straight Up
One cup of cantaloupe contains almost your
daily requirement for antioxidants. Since antioxidants are the
bodyguards of your system, this juice will protect your body from any
free radicals wanting to cause damage. Cantaloupe is also a good source
of potassium, vitamin B6, dietary fiber, and niacin (vitamin B3). Potassium will support your hydration status throughout your pregnancy and B6
and fiber will help you sustain healthy energy levels. In addition,
niacin helps turn food into energy and assists with the development of
your baby.
YIELDS: 1 CUP
1⁄2 cantaloupe, seeds and rind removed
Juice cantaloupe.
| Calories | Fat | Protein | Sodium | Fiber | Carbohydrates | |
| PER 1 CUP SERVING | 121 | 0.79g | 3.6g | 57mg | 3.6g | 14g |
Watermelon Lime Cherry
Watermelon can help alleviate heartburn and
can reduce uncomfortable swelling during your pregnancy. How? Well, its
high potassium levels and high water content allows it to flush what
may be causing your heartburn or swelling out of your system, while
keeping you hydrated at the same time. Watermelon is also full of
vitamins A, C, and B6, as well as potassium and magnesium, which are important for your baby’s immune and nervous systems.
YIELDS: 1 CUP
1 cup watermelon, rind removed
1 cup cherries, pitted
1⁄2 lime
Juice watermelon, cherries, and lime. Stir.
| Calories | Fat | Protein | Sodium | Fiber | Carbohydrates | |
| PER 1 CUP SERVING | 134 | 0.77g | 3.4g | 6.9mg | 4.1g | 35g |
Nightcap Smoothie
This juice is perfect for when you notice your
sleeping patterns changing throughout your pregnancy. Lettuce has a
sedative effect that helps promote sleep and the high amounts of
calcium found in this ingredient also helps your muscles relax,
allowing you to sleep better.
YIELDS: 1 CUP
2 carrots, peeled
2 stalks celery
2 leaves romaine lettuce
Juice carrots, celery, and lettuce. Stir.
| Calories | Fat | Protein | Sodium | Fiber | Carbohydrates | |
| PER 1 CUP SERVING | 110 | 0.26g | 3.1g | 160mg | 8.3g | 29g |