Organic Juices for a Healthy Pregnancy : Pear Pineapple, Vegetable Seven, Broccoli Apple Carrot

1. Pear Pineapple

Good for your digestive system

The pears used in this recipe are a great source of fiber and pectin, both of which benefit your colon by aiding digestion, preventing constipation, and keeping things moving throughout your digestive system. In addition, pineapple has long been known for its ability to help with digestion due to the enzyme bromelain that aids in the digestion of proteins. Proteins are important during pregnancy for the growth of your fetus and play a huge part in increasing the blood supply for your baby.

YIELDS: 2 CUPS

¹⁄₂ pineapple, skin and core removed

2 Bartlett pears, cored

1 lemon, peeled

Juice pineapple, pears, and lemon. Stir.

Calories

Fat

Protein

Sodium

Fiber

Carbohydrates

PER 2 CUP SERVING

372

0.94g

7.7mg

18g

98g

2. Vegetable Seven

Tomatoes are high in the antioxidant lycopene, which can protect against cell damage caused by free radicals. You do not want any cell damage during pregnancy, because it can inhibit the optimal level of health of your baby. However, tomatoes are also acidic, which can cause heartburn or acid reflux during the second half of your pregnancy; if you’re experiencing these symptoms, you may want to pass.

YIELDS: 1¹⁄₂ CUPS

2 Roma tomatoes

1 stalk celery, leaves intact

1 fistful parsley

2 carrots, peeled

1 green onion

1 cup cauliflower

2 cloves garlic

Blanch tomatoes by placing in boiling water for 30 seconds and then transferring to an ice bath. Juice ingredients in the order listed. Stir.

	Calories	Fat	Protein	Sodium	Fiber	Carbohydrates
PER 1¹⁄₂ CUP SERVING	188	1g	7g	177mg	12g	50g

THE BENEFITS OF LYCOPENE

Lycopene is a powerful antioxidant found in tomatoes. It has been shown to reduce the risk of prostate, ovarian, and cervical cancer and can protect your cells during pregnancy. To reap the benefits of lycopene, the tomatoes must be eaten cooked rather than raw.

3. Broccoli Apple Carrot

Broccoli is known for being a good source of calcium, but it is also packed with vitamin C, folate, and vitamin B₆, all of which work to support the bone health of you and your baby. B₆ is needed to make hydrochloric acid in the stomach, which helps your body absorb calcium and folate is important for lowering your baby’s risk of developing a neurological birth defect. So drink up!

YIELDS: 1 CUP

4 spears broccoli

¹⁄₄ cup Italian parsley

2 McIntosh apples, cored

¹⁄₄ lemon

Juice broccoli, parsley, and apples. Juice lemon. Stir.

	Calories	Fat	Protein	Sodium	Fiber	Carbohydrates
PER 1 CUP SERVING	114	0.75g	3.7g	47mg	7.2g	27g