Organic Juices for a Healthy Pregnancy : Cabbage Juice, Cranberry Apple, Watermelon Straight Up

1. Cabbage Juice

Cabbage is high in vitamins C and K, fiber, and detoxifying sulfur compounds, which can assist in fighting off several germs found in common public places, like offices, restrooms, and schools. This juice will keep you and your baby-to-be healthy.

YIELDS: 1¹⁄₄ CUPS

1 cup chopped cabbage

2 carrots, peeled

2 apples, cored

Juice cabbage, carrots, and apples. Stir.

Calories

Fat

Protein

Sodium

Fiber

Carbohydrates

PER 1¹⁄₄ CUP SERVING

180

0.38g

3.3g

95mg

11g

54g

2. Cranberry Apple

Pregnancy increases your risk for urinary infections, and incorporating the cranberry juice found in this recipe into your diet will help prevent bacteria from sticking to your bladder. Cranberries are very high in vitamin C. They’re only in season for a few months, but fresh berries purchased in November and December can be frozen and used throughout the year.

3. Watermelon Straight Up

Helps boost energy levels

Watermelon is very high in electrolytes, so this sweet treat is a glass of energy when you need it most during your pregnancy. Electrolytes help regulate your body’s fluids, which helps you maintain a healthy pH balance and supports an optimal level of body function. With this juice, your energy levels will also be more than efficient.

YIELDS: 1 CUP

1 cup watermelon, rind removed

1 lime, peeled

Juice watermelon and lime. Stir.

	Calories	Fat	Protein	Sodium	Fiber	Carbohydrates
PER 1 CUP SERVING	65	0.32g	2.2g	2.8mg	2g	20

The electrolytes and high water content of melons will keep your energy levels up during pregnancy and may even help alleviate morning sickness. If you prefer to keep it simple, try them on their own with Watermelon Straight Up and Cantaloupe Straight Up, or bring those flavors together in a refreshing glass of Super Melon.