Juicing Ingredients

Adding carob, molasses, wheatgrass, seeds, wheatgerm, protein powder

Apple Cider Vinegar
Apple cider vinegar is extracted from apples then naturally fermented. The resulting natural vinegar is believed to have many health effects and contains trace minerals, enzymes, and beneficia bacteria.

Blackstrap Molasses
Molasses is the by-product of sugar refining that contains all the nutrients from the raw sugar cane plant. Of the varieties of molasses, blackstrap molasses is richest in nutrients such as iron, B vitamins, calcium and potassium. It has a slightly bitter flavour, so use it sparingly. Start with 1 teaspoon mixed into a glass of juice or shake.

Carob
Carob can be used as a substitute for cocoa and chocolate. It does not contain caffeine and is lower in fat. Unlike cocoa, it does not need extra sugar. You can start with 1 teaspoon of powdered carob in a glass of juice or shake.

Wheatgrass
Wheatgrass is a common juicing ingredient. Grown from the seeds of the wheat plant, it is high in chlorophyll, beta carotene, antioxidants and a good source of protein. Wheatgrass has a strong flavor. Start with no more than 2 to 3 tablespoons of wheatgrass per day, as suddenly introducing large amounts can cause nausea and diarrhea.

Propolis
Propolis is a sticky resin collected from the cones of evergreen trees. It is a tonic that can be used to help strengthen the immune system. A common amount to blend into drinks is 1 teaspoon.

Psyllium
Psyllium add bulk to stools, helping to ease their passage through the intestines. Start with 1 teaspoon of psyllium mixed into a full glass of water or juice. It is imperative that psyllium be taken with at least 8 glasses of fluids per day to prevent bowel obstruction.

Wheatgerm
Wheatgerm is a good source of vitamin E. It can be stirred into juice or added to smoothies. Add 1 tablespoon per glass of juice or shake.

Sprouts
Alfalfa sprouts and other sprouts are high in vitamins, iron, antioxidants, and enzymes. You can grow them easily at home by the window. To juice, wrap them in leafy green vegetables before feeding them into the tube.

Honey
Small amounts of honey can be used to sweeten the juice of bitter vegetables. Honey is rich in vitamins and other nutrients. It is also an antimicrobial. Honey should not be given to infants.