Organic Juices for a Healthy Pregnancy : Carrot Apple Broccoli, Cherry and Blueberry

1. Carrot Apple Broccoli

Good for your baby’s bones and development

The broccoli found in this juice will build your baby’s bones and keep yours strong. Broccoli is a good source of vitamin C, but it also contains riboflavin, calcium, and iron. The vitamin C and calcium are key players when it comes to strengthening your bones and riboflavin promotes your baby’s growth, vision, healthy skin, and bone and muscle development.

YIELDS: 1¹⁄₄ CUPS

2 carrots, peeled

1 red delicious apple, cored

1 cup broccoli

Juice carrots, apple, and then broccoli. Stir.

	Calories	Fat	Protein	Sodium	Fiber	Carbohydrates
PER 1¹⁄₄ CUP SERVING	157	0.44g	4.7g	109mg	10g	44g

Carrots and apples make a tasty combination. This bright juice combo packs in vitamins A and C, and works nicely with additional flavors. Spice it up a bit with the Ginger Carrot Apple recipe, or go green by adding in some leafy vegetables for a glass of Carrot Kale.

2. Cherry and Blueberry

There are about sixteen varieties of blueberry. They have more antioxidants than any other fruit or vegetable, and they’re also high in fiber, potassium, and vitamins A and C. All of these antioxidants and nutrients will help protect you and your baby from any foreign molecules that should not be hanging around. Therefore, you’ll have a stronger immune system and a healthy digestive system, and will support your baby’s growth.

YIELDS: 1¹⁄₄ CUPS

1 cup sweet cherries, pitted

2 cups blueberries

Juice cherries and blueberries. Stir.

	Calories	Fat	Protein	Sodium	Fiber	Carbohydrates
PER 1¹⁄₄ CUP SERVING	257	1.3g	4.4g	2.9mg	8.8g	61g