Organic Juices for a Healthy Pregnancy : Apple Grape, Apple Lemonade, Apple Celery

1. Apple Grape

Some studies have shown that apple consumption during pregnancy reduces risk for childhood wheezing and asthma. Note: Apple seeds may not be juiced because they contain cyanide, which is poisonous. Make sure you remove the seeds from the apple before placing it through the juicer.

YIELDS: 1 CUP

2 red Gala apples, cored

1 cup green seedless grapes

Juice apples first, then juice grapes. Stir well before serving.

2. Apple Lemonade

While apples are key players in maintaining a healthy digestive system during your pregnancy, pesticides should not be invited to the game. Unfortunately, the placement of apples on the “Dirty Dozen” list put out yearly by the Environmental Working Group (EWG) makes it especially important to purchase organic apples, whose skins won’t have come into contact with anything dangerous.

YIELDS: 1 CUP

2 red Gala apples, cored

2 Granny Smith apples, cored

¹⁄₄ lemon, rind intact

Juice apples first. Cut lemon into thin slices and then juice them. Stir.

3. Apple Celery

Good for healthy skin and hair

Celery is rich in silica that can balance the tone and firmness of your skin during pregnancy. It also helps your skin retain water and stay hydrated, which will keep you glowing throughout your pregnancy. Let’s drink to good health—and beautiful skin!

YIELDS: 1¹⁄₄ CUPS

1 Granny Smith apple, cored

2 stalks celery

Juice apples and celery. Stir well.