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| APPLES |
Packed into millions of lunch boxes every day, apples are probably the most popular fruit of all. There are over 7,000 varieties, but the best juice is probably made with either Cox's Orange Pippins or Russets. Choose apples with firm, undamaged skin. Smell them and inhale a fresh 'appley' aroma. Do not select those with waxy skins, as this often hides flavourless fruit. Apple seeds are a good source of potassium, so do not discard when juicing. The greener the apple skin the sharper or more tart the fruit tends to be. |
Contains
Pectin & vitamin A & C |
Good for:
Lowers Cholesterol
Good antidote to digestive problems |
Quantity for 3.5 fl oz
2 |
Preparation
Wash & Chop.
No need to peel or core |
Calories
52 kilocalories |
| Apricots |
Originally grown wild in China, migrated to Persia and Armenia then introduced to southern Europe around the 3rd century BC. Once picked they do not travel well. The fruit should be firm with intense colour and a smooth, perfumed skin.The Apricot is not a very juicy fruit so you will need several, but you can mix with other juice or water.
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Beta-carotene & vitamin A C Calcium & Magnesium |
Good for:
Increase immunity against illness Provides healthy skin, hair, teeth & bones Anti-oxidant cleansers Respiratory problems
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Quantity for 3.5 fl oz
6 |
Preparation
Wash & Remove stone, chop. No need to peel
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Calories
28
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| Avocado |
They are not really suitable for juicing but its worth blending to add to another juice or smoothies. The flesh of a ripe is as good for you as it tastes. It is a rich source of vitamin E and a potassium, as well as useful amounts of vitamin B6, and supplies vitamin C, riboflavin and manganese.Vitamin C and E are both antioxidants and can therefore help to prevent the free radical damage that might lead to certain cancers.
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Contains
Potassium Vitamin E High in monounsaturated fats
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Good for:
Combats fatigue
Poor complexion Depression Cardiovascular Disease Boosting the immune system
Anti aging (produces more collagen)
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Quantity for 3.5 fl oz
0 |
Preparation
Cut in 1/2, remove stone, scoop out flesh, blend or mash |
Calories
223 kilocalories |
| Bananas |
Again bananas do not juice well, you could juice them first then flush the juicer with maybe melon, it would be much easier to use banana for smoothies as it can be blended more successfully |
Contains
Potassium, carotene,
vitamin C & D |
Good for:
Vitamin B6 (pyridoxine) which metabolizes protein, sugars & fatty acids.
Preserves nerves & Skin
Promotes release of serotonin the body's natural "happy" chemical |
Quantity for 3.5 fl oz
0 |
Preparation
Peel & Mash/blend |
Calories
15 kilocalories |
| Blackberries |
Ancient Greeks used them for their medicinal properties. At best from the end of August to September, after September they loose their flavour. The do not keep very well but can be frozen for later use.
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Calcium, beta-carotene, vitamin C & E |
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| GRAPES |
Pink or red grapefruits are slightly higher in vitamin C then the yellow varieties.
Half a grapefruit provides more than half of an adult daily requirement for vitamin C. The pith and membrane contain useful amounts pectin which helps lower cholesterol. |
Contains
Vitamin E., Potassium, antioxidants |
Good for:
A phytochemical that protects cell DNA from damage
Helps protect body against cancer & heart disease |
Quantity for 3.5 fl oz
5 oz |
Preparation
Remove stalks Wash no need to remove pips 60 kilocalories |
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| WARNING: Dust, yeast, pesticides & fungicides are often present on unwashed skins also red grapes can induce migraine |
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| GRAPEFRUIT |
Pink or red grapefruits are slightly higher in vitamin C then the yellow varieties.
Half a grapefruit provides more than half of an adult daily requirement for vitamin C. The pith and membrane contain useful amounts pectin which helps lower cholesterol.
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Contains
Potassium, Pectin, Vitamin C |
Good for:
Circulatory problems
Digestive problems
Helps lower blood cholesterol levels |
Quantity for 3.5 fl oz
1 |
Preparation
Wash
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Calories
15 kilocalories |
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Do you know how much salt you consume as part of your daily diet?
Sugars can occur naturally in food and they can be added to food.
In climates such as in the UK, we should drink about 6 to 8 glasses (1.2 litres) of water
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