Table of Contents
Introduction 11
1 Green Drink Basics 13
What Are Green Drinks? 14
The History of Juicing 14
Greens Smoothies and Nutrition 16
Greens and Healing 20
Nutritional Benefits of Juicing 22
Basic Ingredients for Green Drinks 24
Equipment for Green Smoothies 25
Types of Juicers 26
Juicy Truths and Myths 28
2 Green Drinks for Weight Loss 29
You Will Lose Weight by Juicing Regularly 30
Creating a Caloric Deficit 30
Burning Fat and Building Muscle 31
Which Fruits and Vegetables Are Best for Your Weight Loss? 31
In Conclusion 33
3 Cleansing and Detox Drinks 49
What Is Cleansing and Detoxification? 50
Helping the Body Remove Toxins 50
Seven Signs You Need to Detox 51
Make the Choice to Live Clean and Start Today 51
4 Drinks for Healthy Hair, Skin, and Nails 67
Why Nutrition Matters 68
Keratin: The Magic Protein 68
The Best Nutrients for Healthy Skin, Hair, and Nails 68
A Beautiful Diet 70
5 Drinks for Longevity and Anti-Aging 83
Aging Gracefully 34
Green Drinks and Longevity 84
Great Veggies for Longevity 85
6 Drinks for Happiness and Mental Stability 103
Nutrients That Enhance Mental Health and Wellness 104
Nature's Medicine Cabinet 107
7 Drinks for Stronger Bones 119
Essential Nutrients That Help Retain and Build Bone 120
Fruits and Vegetables That Boost Bone Health 120
Fruits and Vegetables That Help Prevent Osteoporosis and Bone Disease 121
8 Drinks for Energy and Stamina 135
Best Nutrients for Energy and Stamina 136
Fruits and Vegetables That Provide Energy and Stamina 137
9 Drinks for Digestive Health 155
Best Nutrients for Tummy Health 156
Why Green Drinks Aid in Healthy Digestion 157
10 Drinks to Boost Immunity 173
Nutrients That Fight Germs and Infections 174
The Most Important Antioxidants for Fighting Infections 174
Best Fruits and Vegetables for Fighting Infections 175
Best Herbs for Fighting Infections 176
11 Drinks for Healthy Breathing 195
Minimizing Respiratory Assailants 196
The Best Nutrients for Better Breathing 196
The Best Foods to Better Breathing 197
12 Drinks to Help Diabetes 209
All about Diabetes 210
Best Nutrients for Diabetes 210
Foods to Avoid 212
13 Drinks for Fasting 225
The Case Against Juice Fasts 226
Types of Juice and Smoothie Fasts 226
Best Fasting Foods 227
Getting Started on a Green Drink Fast 227
14 Heart-Healthy Drinks 241
How Your Heart Works 242
Vitamins and Minerals That Promote Heart Health 242
Best Foods for a Healthy Heart 243
15 Drinks for Kids' Health 257
Kid-Friendly Drinks 258
Green Drinks Provide What Kids Need 259
16 Drinks for Pregnancy 275
Healthy Moms Make Healthy Babies 276
Vitamins and Minerals for Pregnancy 276
Best Fruits for Pregnancy 278
Best Vegetables for Pregnancy 278
Appendix: Glossary 292
Standard U.S./Metric Measurement Conversions 294
Index 295
