Juice shots are packed with concentrated nutrients and can offer several health benefits, depending on the ingredients used. Below are some exceptional juice shots that can help boost your wellness:
1. Boosts Immunity
Citrus Shots (e.g., lemon, orange): Rich in vitamin C, citrus juice shots can help strengthen the immune system, protect against colds, and fight off infections.
Spicy Citrus Wellness Shots
Ingredients:
- 1 Lemon
- 1/2 Grapefruit
- 1 Orange
- 1-1/2 Inch Knob Ginger
- 1 Inch Knob Turmeric
- 1 Pinch Ground Black Pepper
Directions:
- Wash all produce.
- Peel the lemon, grapefruit, and orange.
- Cut all ingredients into the appropriate size for the juicer.
- Process all produce through your juicer.
- Add the black pepper to your juice and stir.
- Enjoy!
Ginger Shots: Ginger has powerful anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial properties that can support immune health.
Pineapple Ginger Shots
Ingredients:
- 1 Lemon
- 2 Inch Knob Ginger
- 2 Inch Knob Turmeric
- ½ Cup of Pineapple
- ⅛ Teaspoon Cayenne Pepper
Directions:
- Wash all produce.
- Peel the lemon.
- Cut all ingredients into the appropriate size for the juicer.
- Process all produce through your juicer.
- Add the cayenne pepper to your juice and stir.
- Enjoy!
2. Increases Energy Levels
Berries: Rich in antioxidants, fiber, and natural sugars, berries provide both quick and sustained energy.
Cauli-Berry Fusion Shots
Ingredients:
- 1 Cup Cauliflower
- 1 Cup Blackberries
- 1 Red Apple
- 1 Lemon
- 2 Inch Knob Ginger
Directions:
- Wash all produce.
- Peel the lemon.
- Cut all ingredients into the appropriate size for the juicer.
- Process all ingredients through your juicer.
Beetroot Shots: Rich in nitrates, which can help improve blood flow and oxygen delivery to muscles, boosting energy and endurance.
Beets Me Shots
Ingredients:
- 1 Small Beet
- 2 Carrots
- 2 Apples
- 2 Inch Knob Ginger
- 1 Lemon
- 3/4 Teaspoon Chia Seeds
Directions:
- Wash all produce.
- Peel the lemon.
- Cut all ingredients into the appropriate size for the juicer.
- Process all ingredients through your juicer.
- Add chia seeds and stir.
- Enjoy!
3. Detoxifies the Body
Cucumbers: With a high water content and natural diuretic properties, cucumbers help flush toxins out of the body while providing hydration.
All Green Detox Shots
Ingredients:
- 2 Cucumbers
- 1 Handful Parsley
- 2 Inch Knob Ginger
- 2 Cups Spinach
- 1 Cup Peppermint
- 1 Lime
- 1 Apple
Directions:
- Wash all produce.
- Peel the lemon.
- Cut all ingredients into the appropriate size for the juicer.
- Process all ingredients through your juicer.
- Enjoy!
4. Supports Skin Glow
Watermelon Shots: Watermelon is made up of over 90% water, which hydrates the skin and helps maintain its moisture balance, while the lycopene content protects against sun damage.
Watermelon Shots
Ingredients:
- 1 Cup Seedless Watermelon
- 1 Cucumber
- 1/2 Cup Strawberries
- 1 Lime
- 1 Tablespoon Rosemary
Directions:
- Wash all produce.
- Peel the lime and remove the watermelon rind.
- Cut all ingredients into the appropriate size for the juicer.
- Process all ingredients through your juicer.
- Enjoy!
Cucumber Shots: With high water content and antioxidants, cucumbers hydrate the skin and reduce puffiness, leaving the skin looking refreshed and glowing.
Celery Cucumber Shots
Ingredients:
- 1 Cucumber
- 3 Celery Stalks
- 1 Apple
- 1/2 Inch Knob Ginger
- 1 Handful Parsley
- 1 Lime
- 1 Cup Green Grapes
Directions:
- Wash all produce.
- Peel the lime.
- Cut all ingredients into the appropriate size for the juicer.
- Process all ingredients through your juicer.
- Enjoy!
5. Hydration
Juice shots like those made with cucumber, watermelon, or celery are excellent for rehydration and maintaining fluid balance in the body.
Pink Hydration
Ingredients:
- 1 Cup Watermelon
- 1 Red Grapefruit
- 1 Lime
- 1 Cucumber
- 1/2 Cup Basil or Mint Leaves
Directions:
- Wash all produce.
- Peel the lime, grapefruit and remove the rind off the watermelon.
- Cut all ingredients into the appropriate size for the juicer.
- Process all ingredients through your juicer.
- Enjoy!
Celery Refresher
Ingredients:
- 4 Celery Stalks
- 1 Green Apple
- 1/2 Lemon
- 1/2 Inch Knob Ginger
Directions:
- Wash all produce.
- Peel the lemon.
- Cut all ingredients into the appropriate size for the juicer.
- Process all ingredients through your juicer.
- Enjoy!