Natural juice: for immunity, to lose weight, recipe and more

With the hottest season of the year approaching, it is inevitable that there is a preference for cold and refreshing drinks.

Thus, many people end up consuming options that are not considered healthy, such as canned juices, beer, soft drinks, mate tea and industrialized coconut water.

But how about choosing to take something that benefits your health, like natural juices?

The Healthy Minute has separated alternatives of ingredients and combinations that can increase your immunity, improve the appearance of the skin, assist in weight loss and disease prevention!

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What is the best natural juice to boost immunity?

The best juices to boost the performance of the immune system are those that have ingredients rich in vitamins .

Vitamins are a group of nutrients that our bodies cannot produce on their own, so it is necessary to consume daily foods that are sources of these substances.

In our metabolism, they act as a catalyst, accelerating the speed of reactions that are essential for the proper functioning of the body.

Some of the essential benefits promoted by vitamins are disease prevention, hair and nail strengthening and combating substances that can affect organs and tissues.

When choosing foods that support the immune system, give preference to those that contain the following vitamins:

  • Vitamin A (retinol): can be found in ingredients such as carrots, mangoes, papayas, tomatoes, squash;
  • Vitamin C (ascorbic acid): it is present in fruits such as orange, strawberry, pineapple, lemon, guava, kiwi, ginger, acerola;
  • Vitamin E (tocopherol): some foods rich in this nutrient are avocado, Brazil nuts, prunes, almonds and grapes;
  • Vitamin B1 (thiamine): present in items such as soybeans, sunflower seeds, cereal flakes, wheat germ, etc.

These are just a few options that can be used for juices that increase immunity, as there is a huge variety of foods – which favors several combinations, being possible to consume a different and tasty juice, almost every day.

Still, when preparing a natural juice try to avoid the addition of refined sugar, because in addition to being harmful to health, it makes you not feel the sweetness that already exists in fruits.

Another tip is to use grains and cereals in the preparation, because it is in them that most vitamins E and B1 are concentrated. In addition, the addition of spices such as garlic and onions also helps to enhance the beneficial effects of the juice.

Below, check out some of the combinations that can be made at the time of preparation:

Orange with pineapple

To prepare this delicious and practical juice, just choose an orange (pear or lime), 2 slices of pineapple, add water and beat with the help of a blender or mixer.

Both orange and pineapple are sources of vitamin C, so they promote antioxidant action, fighting free radicals that impair the immune system’s defense action.

Ginger, acerola and mango

This smoothie (fruit shake) can be made by mixing 6 to 10 acerolas, half a mango and a small piece of ginger .

According to your preference, it is also possible to prepare with natural yogurt or, instead of mineral water, opt for coconut water.

Ginger and acerola are considered natural anti-inflammatories and are recommended for the prevention of colds and flu.

Beets, carrots and tomatoes

To make this juice very colorful and nutritious, it is necessary to cut 1 tomato and 1 medium beet. Then, just add half a chopped medium carrot and a glass of 200mL water, beating everything in a blender or with the help of a mixer.

If you want to sweeten, you can use coconut or brown sugar, which conserve a large part of its nutrients, since they do not go through the refinement process.

Beet, carrot and tomato juice is a source of vitamin A, C, minerals and fibers that promote antioxidant action and strengthen immunity.

Which natural juice is good for the skin?

Natural juices made with ingredients with antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties are considered the best for the skin.

They help to fight free radicals, which cause the oxidation of the cells of our organism and also the inflammations that occur due to unhealthy foods that we consume such as pasta, fried foods, soft drinks and industrialized spices.

Therefore, drinking juices that have these properties can decrease the chances of problems such as acne , blemishes, premature aging and also help in the healing of skin wounds, which consequently makes it more beautiful.

In this sense, some foods to use in the preparation are:

  • Red fruits: cherry, blueberry, blackberry, raspberry, watermelon, strawberry, apple;
  • Green leaves : spinach, kale, arugula, spinach, watercress, parsley, mint;
  • Oilseeds : walnuts, chestnuts, hazelnuts, pistachios, almonds.

With these options, it is possible to make juices of different flavors, some of which can be:

Cherry and strawberry

Just add six cherries and four strawberries in the blender, add 400mL of water and beat. It can also be made with plain yogurt.

Cherry and strawberry juice helps fight free radicals, reducing premature cell aging.

Parsley, orange and apple

To prepare, use an orange, half an apple and half a cup of parsley, add everything to the blender and add 1 cup (250mL) of coconut water.

Orange and apple are sources of vitamin C that stimulate the production of collagen, an essential substance for the elasticity and firmness of the skin.

It is not necessary to strain or sweeten the juice, but if desired, coconut or corn sugar can be used, as they contain high nutritional value and low glycemic index (compared to refined sugar).

Watermelon and mint

To make this refreshing juice you need to remove the seeds and cut 4 thick slices of watermelon into cubes. Then, just beat together with 3 mint leaves.

If desired, it is possible to add oilseeds such as hazelnut and pistachio, as they improve the appearance of the skin and strengthen nails and hair.

What is the best juice to cure anemia?

The presence of iron in the body is essential, as it acts in the formation of red blood cells and performs the transport of oxygen to all other cells in the body.

Thus, juices that have a high iron content or, even, foods that collaborate so that it is absorbed into the blood can help those who suffer from iron deficiency anemia (iron deficiency in the body).

However, we warn that only the consumption of juices will not cure anemia , as the disease requires specialized treatment indicated by a hematologist.

In this way, natural juices can be a complement to the main treatment prescribed by the doctor, as some common symptoms of anemia, such as weakness, dizziness and pallor can be relieved.

Among the combinations that can be made are:

  • Parsley and passion fruit: considered one of the best juices for anemia and easy to prepare. Just use 1 passion fruit, 1 glass of 200mL of water and half a cup of parsley;
  • Pineapple, carrot and spinach: in a blender, add 3 slices of pineapple and add half a cup of spinach and half a carrot.
  • Orange, apricot and lemongrass: Just mix 1 stalk of lemongrass, 1 orange, from 4 to 6 apricots (iron source) and 200mL of coconut water.

Does natural juice help you lose weight?

Green juice is a great option to boost immunity and detoxify the body

Consuming only natural juices will not make you thin. However, it is possible to use fruits and vegetables to make juices considered diuretics and antioxidants, which can favor the weight loss process.

We emphasize that no food has a “miraculous effect”. Thus, if your goal is to lose weight, seek the guidance of specialized professionals to ensure that the entire process will be done in a healthy way.

Therefore, some drinks that can be included in the diet are the famous “detox juices” (or green juice), capable of assisting the metabolism in the process of digestion and elimination of substances harmful to the body.

Suco detox

The purpose of detox juice is to “cleanse” the body of components that cause inflammation in the body, strengthen the immune system and also assist in intestinal transit.

For this, fruits, vegetables and vegetables rich in vitamins, fibers and detoxifying properties are used. Thus, some combinations of natural detox juices are:

  • Cabbage, lemon and cucumber;
  • Cabbage, beets and ginger;
  • Lettuce, orange and pineapple.

The cabbage is one of the ingredients most used due to the variety of nutrients and benefits it brings beyond detoxification, the prevention of degenerative diseases.

Green juice

The “green juice” is very similar to detox juice, the difference being that they are made with leaves, vegetables, fruits and vegetables that have greenish pigmentation (due to the presence of chlorophyll).

Foods of this color, in addition to having few calories, are also rich in nutrients such as mineral salts, vitamins and soluble fibers that are beneficial for reducing cholesterol, as they help eliminate fat in the body.

Some popular combinations are as follows:

  • Mint and orange;
  • Cabbage, watercress and lemon;
  • Arugula, pineapple, basil;
  • Kiwi and lemon.

You can opt for other ingredients such as avocado, broccoli, green tea and also alternate them to try different refreshing combinations.

Before preparing, remember to thoroughly sanitize all the ingredients that will be used, thus avoiding diseases due to bacteria or fungi present in food.


As we can see, natural juices bring several health benefits and are also an excellent way to refresh yourself and complement your food routine.

The Healthy Minute also has other articles that bring recipes that are a source of health and well-being. How about checking?

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