1. Orange Broccoli
Helps boost energy levels
This juice is a good source of manganese for
glucose metabolism, which will ensure that the nutrients from your food
are getting to your cells for energy. In addition, broccoli contains a
substance called sulforaphane, which produces enzymes that protect
blood vessels and helps to reduce cell damage. In order for your baby
to grow to the best of her ability, you will need to support an
environment that has as little cell damage as possible, so drink up to
promote cell growth!
YIELDS: 3⁄4 CUP
2 oranges, peeled
1 cup broccoli, washed
Juice oranges and broccoli. Stir well.
| Calories | Fat | Protein | Sodium | Fiber | Carbohydrates | |
| PER 3⁄4 CUP SERVING | 160 | 0.93g | 5.5g | 30mg | 8.4g | 40g |
2. String Bean Juice
Helps boost energy levels
String beans are an excellent source of vitamin B6,
which helps increase energy levels by converting your food into energy.
If you’re slogging through your third trimester, this juice may help
boost your energy levels. How? It’s full of great sources of fiber like
string beans and Brussels sprouts, which help regulate your blood
sugars, energy levels, and hunger.
YIELDS: 3⁄4 CUP
1 cup string beans
6 Brussels sprouts
1 lemon, peeled
Juice beans, Brussels sprouts, and lemon. Stir.
| Calories | Fat | Protein | Sodium | Fiber | Carbohydrates | |
| PER 3⁄4 CUP SERVING | 118 | 1.4g | 7g | 44mg | 10g | 29g |
3. Carrot Cauliflower
This tasty juice provides you with iron and
vitamins A and C. Iron is a crucial mineral during pregnancy as you
need more of it to make more hemoglobin as the blood in your body
increases to provide protection for your baby. During the second and
third trimesters, you’ll also need more iron for your growing baby and
placenta. Vitamins A and C will also support your baby’s growth and
bones.
YIELDS: 11⁄2 CUPS
1 cup cauliflower
3 carrots, peeled
1 stalk celery
Juice cauliflower, carrots, and celery. Stir.
| Calories | Fat | Protein | Sodium | Fiber | Carbohydrates | |
| PER 11⁄2 CUP SERVING | 173 | 0.11g | 5.5g | 188 mg | 13g | 45g |
CAULIFLOWER OR CABBAGE?
Mark Twain said, “Cauliflower is
nothing but cabbage with a college education.” It is part of the
cabbage family and comes from the Latin words caulis for stalk and floris
for flower. Cauliflower comes in white, orange, green, and purple
varieties. The green leaves at the base of the cauliflower are edible.
They have a stronger flavor than the curd.