We are what we eat and it’s important to eat a well-balanced diet for an overall healthy body. However, many of us struggle to eat the required amount of fruits and vegetables. This leads to a variety of issues including dull skin. Juicing is one of the best ways to up your fruit and vegetable intake. It’s also a great way to improve your skin health. You’ve probably heard of the famous green juice that many swear by. Here are some more juicing recipes that can help improve your complexion and appearance.
Turmeric And Orange Juice
A combination of turmeric and orange has been proven to have immense benefits on the body including improving skin health. Oranges are a rich source of vitamin c which boosts collagen production keeping your skin youthful. Turmeric contains curcumin which is packed with powerful anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties. These properties help treat chronic skin diseases such as psoriasis and scabies.
Ingredients
- 1 orange
- ½ turmeric
Method
- Slice the oranges into small pieces
- Chop the turmeric if you prefer
- Add all the ingredients into the juicer
- Pour the juice into a glass
- Garnish with orange slices
Apple And Mint Juice
This apple and mint juice is not only super delicious but also nutritional for your skin and overall health. Mint leaves are beneficial to the skin as they clean the pores, keep it well-hydrated and help the skin’s blood flow lessening the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. On the other hand, apples have immense nutritional value. They are packed with nutrients such as pectin, which helps the gut’s beneficial bacteria grow. It’s also a rich source of antioxidants that protect your cells from free radicals.
Ingredients
- 2 green apples
- A handful of mint
- 1 lime
- 1 kale leaf
Method
- Slice the apples into small pieces
- Chop the mint and kale leaf if you prefer
- Cut the lime into small pieces and remove the seeds
- Add all the ingredients to the juicer and juice slowly
- Pour the juice into a glass
- Garnish with mint leaves and lemon slices
Sweet potato, Carrot, And Ginger Juice
If you struggle with acne, then you should know this recipe by heart. Sweet potatoes are highly underrated but they provide the body with ample nutrients to fight a number of issues including acne. Just one medium sweet potato provides your body with the complete recommended daily allowance of vitamin A. Carrots are also known for their skin rejuvenating properties and can reverse years of skin damage. They are rich in carotenoids, mainly β-carotene and lycopene, powerful antioxidants that improve skin glow, repair damaged skin, and treats blemishes.
Ingredients
- 1 medium sweet potato
- 3 medium carrots
- ½ ginger
Method
- Wash the ingredients
- Peel them if you prefer
- Cut them into small pieces
- Juice all the ingredients
- Serve in a glass
Cucumber Juice
Cucumbers have been a key ingredient in skin care since time immemorial. It’s mostly used to reduce puffiness around the eyes due to its cooling effects. However, as a juice, cucumbers offer more benefits for the skin. They contain Vitamin C and Caffeic acid which fight inflammation and rejuvenate the skin. Additionally, cucumbers are 96% water which keeps the skin hydrated.
Ingredients
- 1 big cucumber
- 1 lime
Method
- Wash and cut the cucumber into small pieces
- Wash and cut the lime removing the seeds
- Add the cucumber and lime into a juicer
- Pour the juice into a glass
- Garnish with lime slices
Pineapple Juice
Pineapples are both delicious and loaded with nutrients. One of the most beneficial nutrients found in pineapples is known as bromelain which contains anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and antibacterial properties. Its Vitamin C content is also beneficial for the skin as it boosts collagen production and aids wound healing.
Ingredients
- 1 pineapple
- Mint leaves
Method
- Peel the pineapple
- Cut into small pieces
- Add the pieces to a juicer and juice slowly
- Pour in a glass
- Garnish with pineapple slices and mint leaves
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