Organic Juices for a Healthy Pregnancy : Cantaloupe Straight Up, Watermelon Lime Cherry, Nightcap Smoothie

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.

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.

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.