Juicing Detox GuideJuicing Recipes and Tips to Feel Great and Lose Weight

DR. JOSH AXE, DC, CNS I LEANNE ELY, CNC

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Ready... Set... Juice! If you are ready to take your health to the next level and experience a health breakthrough then juicing is for you! In this guide we are going to walk you through the juicing basics and teach you advanced juicing principles.

We are also going to answer your most commonly asked questions

available today and we are so excited for you to join this movement with us!

Happy Juicing,

Josh  and  Leeane

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The Power of JuicingOne of the best ways to boost your health and begin to repair years of toxicity and damage to your body is to begin juicing. As a doctor, I have personally recommended juicing to many of my patients to overcome various illnesses as well as for preventive health measures and weight loss programs.

Juicing really is incredible and as you will see in this guide it can be easy, fun and transform your life and health forever. There are many reasons you should start juicing but some of the top health

Healthier skin, hair and nails

Weight loss

Disease prevention and reversal

Boost in energy and endurance

Stronger immune system

Improved digestion

easy way to get a large serving of fresh veggies into your diet in one easy shot. You can consume far more of these veggies and herbs with juicing than you could probably eat in the same amount of time.

a super concentrated dose of electrolytes, vitamins, minerals,

antioxidants and phytonutrients in just one glass. The amount of nutrients you can get in one glass of juice can be

anywhere from 5-10 servings of fruits and vegetables!

Today, most people don’t get the recommended daily intake of 6-8 servings of fruits and vegetables per day and because of that they are

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take your body from nutritional bankruptcy to having a wealth of nutrients in your system that promote healing.

Also, most of us get very little raw food in our diets and have enzyme

foods are high in enzymes, vitamins and minerals and have healing compounds most of us are missing.

One of the biggest pioneers of promoting raw foods and juicing was a physician by the name of Max Gerson. He developed Gerson Therapy which has helped thousands of people overcome chronic illnesses like tuberculosis and cancer by juicing vegetables. He recommended his patients drink between 5-13 glasses of fresh vegetable juice a day.

Obviously, there are many reasons we should be juicing and now that

Juicing vs. BlendingOne of the most common questions I get is what is the difference between juicing and using a blender?

A smoothie is made using a blender and usually contains fruit and a small amount of vegetables and

and healthy fats.

Juice

and pulp out of the way, your body is able to digest many more micronutrients.

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What Kind of Juicer Should You Get?There are two main types of juicers available today which are: Centrifugal Juicer and Cold Press (Masticating) Juicer.

A Centrifugal Juicer is your most cost effective option and what I recommend for anyone starting out. It uses a higher speed to extract the juice and you don’t get quite as much juice as a cold pressed and may lose a few nutrients but it’s not too big of a difference.

A Cold Pressed Masticating Juicer is what you’d see at a juicing shop or a large store like Whole Foods. These juicers are incredible but are much more expensive.

My recommendation is to buy a mid level juicer that is easy to use and clean. For that I recommend the same juicer I have at home which is a stainless steel Breville juicer. You can get this on Amazon and the reviews are excellent.

Ready… Set… Juice!Before you get started, let me give you 5 juicing tips.

#1 USE PESTICIDE FREE VEGETABLESWhenever possible, it’s best to buy organic. This is especially important when juicing because you are getting a more concentrated dose. I would go for organic with: celery, kale, apples, spinach, collards, romaine lettuce, and cucumber (unless you peel the skin then it’s OK).

#2 START WITH CUCUMBERS AND CARROTSSome juices taste great and others can end up very bitter. So if

recommend beginning with a mix of cucumber, carrot and lemon.

Then for your second juice, I would add celery, a small piece of ginger and a handful of spinach.

As you continue, start adding in parsley, kale and other vegetables.

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#3 STICK WITH VEGETABLES RATHER THAN FRUITEven though I think we should have fruit in our diet, I don’t think juicing fruit is your best option. Fruits are higher in sugar so they are

active, I think juicing some fruits in small amounts is OK.

Also, you can juice as many lemons and limes as you would like, and the second best fruits to juice include grapefruit, cranberries and green apples.

#4 DRINK FRESH OR STORE PROPERLYIdeally, all juices should be made fresh then consumed immediately

herbs have been juiced they can quickly lose their enzymes.

However, if you are being wise with your time, you may make a batch of juice to drink immediately and have some leftover to consume later that day. I do this often. Make sure you store the juice in a glass airtight container and drink within 24 hours.

#5 CLEAN YOUR JUICER If you get the right type of juicer it doesn’t take long to clean, maybe 2-3 minutes total. So you will want to clean your juicer within 10 minutes after making juice. Also, make sure to clean your juicer properly and thoroughly or mold could grow and vegetable debris can harden in certain areas making it harder to clean.

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Customize Your JuiceAs you probably know, certain vegetables, herbs and fruits can

and herbs to suit your individual needs.

For instance, if you really want to cleanse your liver your body needs: B vitamins Vitamin C Beta-carotene Vitamin E N-acetyl cysteine

In that case, you would want to include: Asparagus Ginger Celery Lemon Cilantro

Another common goal in juicing is to make your body more alkaline. Diseases grow abundantly in acidic environments and scientists have long stated their belief that creating an alkaline environment could

There are juicing recipes you can make to help to alkalize the body. Use some or all of the following ingredients to create an incredible, alkalizing drink:

Alkalizing Juices Carrots Ginger Cucumbers Kale or Spinach Cabbage Lime

you will see in the recipes section. We have juices to support weight loss, gut health, hormones, immune boosting and allergy relief.

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Juice Yield

to juicing is how much juice does each food yield. While I’ve got to be honest, I personally just wing it and my juice comes out different every time, for many people they like to have more exact numbers so here are the yields for common juiced foods:

Carrots (8 medium) = 1 cup Cucumber (1 medium) = 3/4 cupCelery (1 bunch) = 1 1/4 cupBeets (1 medium) = 1/3 cup Kale (2 bunches) = 1/2 cup Lemon (1 large) = 1/4 cupGinger (1 inch knob) = 1 tbspParsley/Cilantro (1 bunch) = 1/8 cup

Bases

than others. So when making your juice at home you want to always have a base vegetable to juice. For most, celery, cucumber and carrots

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Top 13 Foods to Juice1. CARROTSHelp stimulate liver function and detoxify

that they are loaded with beta-carotene, which can be converted by the liver into vitamin A to support your eyes and nervous system.

Also, because beta-carotene is such a powerful antioxidant it’s been shown to protect the body from UV radiation and slows aging of the skin.

A 2011 study found conclusive evidence that the phytonutrients in carrots can play a role in treating cancers including leukemia. Carrot juice is the most used juice in the Gerson Protocol for good reason. Others studies have found that the juice of carrots can help cure Alzheimer’s and irritable bowel disease.

2. CUCUMBERCucumber is a powerful natural diuretic that supports cleansing of kidney’s, urinary tract, pancreas and liver. Cucumber juice contains the enzyme erepsin which helps in the digestion of protein and reduces

Cucumbers are unique in that they contain silica which thickens your hair, strengthens your nails and support healthy skin. Have you ever wondered why women put cucumbers on their face as part of a spa treatment?

It’s because the silica and other nutrients in cucumbers give you healthy glowing skin and by juicing them you can get an even more concentrated dose of those nutrients.

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Cucumbers also contain vitamin B5, vitamin K, vitamin C, magnesium and potassium which support cellular function.

3. CELERYCelery juice is a nutrient dense liquid and one of the most hydrating foods in the world. It is also highly alkalizing which means it balances the body’s pH and creates an environment where disease of the body cannot survive.

Celery juice is packed with electrolytes like potassium, sodium, calcium and magnesium which improve cellular cleansing. Also, it’s been proven to clear the body of excess uric acid so drinking celery juice is probably the most effective treatment for gout.

In recent studies, celery has been proven to: lower cholesterol

aid in digestion

lower blood pressure eliminate gallstones and kidney stones

As you can see, celery is an incredible food you will want to include in your juicing regime.

4. ASPARAGUSThis unique green vegetable has been proven to regulate blood sugar levels and has some serious immune boosting nutrients.

Asparagus juice contains high levels of vitamin C, vitamin E and glutathione which is known as your bodies master antioxidant. Because of these three powerful compounds, asparagus is especially

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Asparagus is also very high in folate which supports blood cell reproduction and is a vital nutrient for pregnant women.

5. BEETSBeets are known in the juicing world as a

to boost the health of your circulatory system.

Research has shown that beets increase your bodies production of NO2 which increases energy and endurance. A 2009 study found that cyclists that consumed beetroot juice the week

Beetroot juice has also been shown to lower blood pressure and

leaves of beets. Beet greens are extremely high in vitamin K, iron and calcium which make it great for heart and bone health.

6. BROCCOLIBroccoli has more vitamin C than an orange and is one of the most chromium rich super foods in the world. Chromium has been proven to be one of the most effective nutrients at balancing out blood sugar levels so broccoli juice could be the perfect liquid for diabetics.

Broccoli is part of the cruciferous vegetable family and is high in a compound called Indole-3-Carbinol which has been shown to reduce breast cancer risk and naturally balance hormones like estrogen.

Broccoli is also packed with selenium and its high vitamin C content makes it a great juice for boosting immunity, balancing blood sugar, and healing your hormones.

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7. CABBAGECabbage has the highest amount of antioxidants found in cruciferous vegetables including lutein,

stimulate detoxifying enzymes in your body.

of cancers including breast, colon and prostate cancer. Also, new evidence is showing consuming cabbage juice is effective at healing the gut and treating stomach ulcers. Cabbage juice contains vitamin U

Fermenting cabbage juice to make sauerkraut juice is also greatly

enzymes. If your goal is to heal your gut and prevent cancer then cabbage is your go-to juice!

8. CILANTROThis green leafy herb is the most

can juice. Cilantro contains volatile oils and antioxidants that support

Cilantro is used today to remove mercury and other heavy metals from the body and it’s most effective when it’s in its raw juiced form.

According to leading health expert Mark Sircus, cilantro can literally pull mercury, lead, cadmium and other heavy metals from your cells and tissues thereby sparing your body from damage.

9. GARLIC

most powerful being immune system support and protection against bacteria and viruses.

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Garlic contains allicin which has natural anti-biotic, anti-fungal, anti-

be in it’s raw form and what easier way to get a load of garlic than to juice it?

Garlic does has a strong scent but if you want to eliminate candida and kill infection fast there is no better raw food than garlic.

10. GINGERGinger root is excellent at reducing

healing any health ailment.

Ginger has been shown to support weight loss, boost the immune

your juice. Adding a small quarter size piece of ginger to your juice

to love.

11. KALE

known as king in the vegetable kingdom. Kale is packed with calcium, magnesium, vitamin B6, lutein, and beta-carotene. It delivers 206% of the daily requirements of Vitamin A, 134% of Vitamin C, and 684% of Vitamin K which helps build strong bones and improves vision.

chlorophyll which protects your body and balances your pH.

A recent study also found that consuming more green leafy vegetables like kale and spinach can boost your metabolism and help balance blood sugar.

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12. LEMON Lemons are one of the only fruits that I recommend juicing because they’re sugar free! Lemons contain large amounts of vitamin C and a phytonutrient called quercitin.

you ever feel a cold or allergies coming on I would start downing lemon juice immediately.

Also, when juicing, you can juice the lemon peel. The lemon peel contains volatile essential oils that have cleansing properties that also promote weight loss.

13. PARSLEYThis dark green herb is fantastic for detoxification and is a natural diuretic. Parsley is a rich source of flavanoids and volatile essential oils.

Parsley’s volatile oils have been shown to shrink tumor formation in the lungs and it activates enzymes that increase glutathione in the body. In studies, parsley has been shown

with helping alkalizing your body and give you fresh breath.

When juicing parsley just use a handful because it has a powerful bitter taste that takes time to get used to.

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Juice Recipes

Basic Juice

Liver Detox Juice

1 Cucumber

8 Carrots

½ Lemon

1 Green Apple

1 Beet (medium size)

6 Celery Stalks

1 cup Fresh Cilantro

½ Lemon

1 knob Ginger

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Alkalizing Juice

Green Detox Machine

2 Carrots

1 Cucumber

¼ head Cabbage

1 cup Kale or Spinach

½ Lime

1 knob Ginger

8 Celery stalks

1 cup Broccoli

1 bunch Asparagus

1 bunch Cilantro

1 bunch Chard

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Orange Carrot Ginger Juice

(Kid’s favorite) 6 Carrots

1 Orange

1 knob Ginger

1 Cucumber

Allergy Cure Juice

1 knob ginger

1 lemon

3 cloves garlic

1 cucumber

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Super Hydrator

Hot Heart Health Juice

4 oz. Coconut Water

4 Celery Stalks

1 Cucumber

1 Lime

1/8 or less Jalapeño Pepper

1 knob Ginger

1 clove of Garlic

1 Beet (medium size)

2 Carrots

1 Lemon

1 Cucumber

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Immune Boost Juice

1 Bell Pepper

1 head/stem Broccoli

1 Lemon

1 Cucumber

1 knob Ginger

1 tbsp Apple Cider Vinegar

4 Celery Stalks

½ Cucumber

1 cup Pineapple

½ Green Apple

1 cup Spinach

1 Lemon

1 knob Ginger

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Hormone Helper Juice

2 Cucumbers

1 bunch Basil

1 head/stem Broccoli

¼ head Cabbage

1 cup Sprouts

Tomato Basil Juice

2 Tomatoes

½ Cucumber

1 cup fresh Basil

pinch of Sea Salt

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Citrus Bliss Juice

1 Grapefruit

1 Cucumber

1 Apple

½ cup of Peppermint

G.I. Healing Juice

½ Head of Cabbage

2 Aloe Leaves or 1 cup Aloe Juice

1 Cucumber

1 tsp. fresh Ginger

½ cup of Peppermint

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High Energy Juice

1 Beet

6 Celery Stalks

1 Green Apple

½ Cucumber

Cellulite Slim-Down Juice

1 Cucumber

1 bunch Celery

1 knob Ginger

1 Lemon or Grapefruit

1 cup Parsley