Green Juice
Use a juicer for best results. Using a blender will give you a smoothie version - still nutritious, but you will be taking in a lot more fiber, which will slow the absorption of key enzymes. Always use organic produce if and when possible.
(modified from the Raw Detox Diet, Natalia Rose)- 1 head romaine lettuce
- 6 stalks of kale (or 3 handfuls of fresh spinach)
- 1 lemon, peeled (use 2 if lemons are small)
- 1/2 inch piece of fresh ginger
- 2 to 3 small apples (Gala or Fuji are best)
Process all ingredients through the juicer in order. Pour into a glass and enjoy immediately (note: nutrients diminish, juice is best consumed within 20 to 30 minutes of juicing). Depending on size and age of vegetables and fruits recipe may yield 8 to 12 ounces. It can easily be doubled.