Juices for Diabetes

It is generally believed that once you have diabetes you cannot take any juice. This is a common misconception. There are some juices that help in controlling your diabetes.

Here is a list of those juices. Make a blend by combining a combination of these juices so that it is easier to consume.

• Bitter Gourd or Bitter Melon Juice: Bitter Gourd has tons of the vitamins B1, B2, B3 and C and also rich in minerals like iron, magnesium, phosphorus, zinc and manganese. The hypoglycemic compounds in bitter gourd is highly beneficial in lowering sugar levels in blood and urine and is believed to promote glucose tolerance and to control levels of insulin.
• String Bean Juice: String beans are rich in potassium and is helpful in restoring pancreatic health.
• Brussels Sprout Juice: lowers the blood sugar levels by stimulating the production of insulin.
• Amla Juice or Indian Gooseberry Juice: Amla has a rich anti-oxidant content and rich in Vitamin C and helpful in keeping diabetes under control.
• Curry Leaf Juice: Taking curry leaf juice in empty stomach is believed to remedy diabetes related to hereditary.
• Pomegranate Juice: High antioxidants in pomegranate juice might be extremely effective in decreasing the chance of atherosclerosis which is the hardening of the arteries and hence reduce the risk of coronary complications associated with diabetes
• Tomato Juice: Tomatoes are low in carbohydrates and help control the glucose level in the urine
• Lemon Juice
• Carrot Juice
• Kiwi Juice
• Fig Juice
• Cabbage Juice
• Spinach Juice
• Radish Juice
• Garlic Juice

Make sure to limit the intake of juices to a few ounces at a time. If you have diabetes spread the intake of juices throughout your day instead of everything at a time .

Antioxidant Superpowers

Antioxidants are a group of vitamins, minerals and enzymes that help enhance our health. They help to neutralize free radicals which can harm our bodies and hence prevent lot of degenerative diseases.

• Pomegranate Juice : Pomegranate has the highest levels of poly-phenol antioxidants and is super effective in combating free radicals and preventing a lot of diseases in our body including heart disease, hypertension, haemorrhoid's, stroke, infertility, premature aging, osteoarthritis, Alzheimer's, Cancer, Prostate issues and so on.
• Blueberry Juice: Blueberries are powerful antioxidants and contain "Anthocyanins" which is the pigment that gives the fruit its dark blue color. The darker, deeper blue fruits have the highest anthocyanin values, thereby contributing the most potent antioxidant source. They help protect cells from oxidative damage that leads to aging and various diseases.
• Tart Cherry Juice
• Prune Juice
• Blackberry Juice
• Strawberry Juice
• Raspberry Juice
• Plum Juice
• Orange Juice
• Red Grape Juice
• Beet Juice
• Cranberry Juice
• Apple Juice

Juices for Common Cold Remedy

• Pineapple Juice: Pineapples are rich in Vitamin C and they help to break down the mucus. So pineapple juice is an excellent remedy for cold.
• Cranberry Juice
• Lemon Juice: Lemons are rich in Vitamin C and is an important home remedy for common cold. Mix it with honey and warm water and keep sipping for immediate relief. Mix ginger and lemon juice for relief from scratchy throat.
• Garlic Juice: Garlic contains antiseptic and antispasmodic properties. The oils in garlic help open up the respiratory passages and is very effective in the treatment of common cold.
• Ginger Juice: Ginger juice provides excellent relief for cough and cold. Mix fresh ginger juice with honey and take a tablespoon every few hours.
• Tulsi or Holy Basil Juice: Tulsi juice is used commonly in traditional Indian medicine to cure common cold and cough.
• Orange Juice: Vitamin C in orange juice is good for cold.
• Pomegranate Juice: Pomegranate juice is rich in antioxidants and boosts the body's immunity to fight against common cold.
• Watercress Juice: Watercress juice has properties to relive chest cold.
• Apple Juice: Apple helps to relieve congestion and runny nose.
• Celery Juice: Celery juice mixed with lemon juice remedies common cold.
• Lime Juice: Lime juice is rich in vitamin C and added to honey to relieve cold symptoms. Lime juice can also be added to coconut milk to relieve chest congestion.
• Dark Red Grapes: Helps with congestion.
• Parsley Juice

Juices that are Blood Purifiers

• Lemon juice: is an excellent blood purifier
• Wheat Grass: Wheat grass is good for eliminating waste products and toxins from the blood and body. It contains chlorophyll which is a very effective substance that nature has provided to cleanse the blood.
• Elderberry Juice: makes an excellent blood purifier
• Pomegranate Juice: Drink for a month to see excellent results. You will visibly see your skin glow.
• Mango juice: mixed with ginger juice is used in parts of India as a blood purifier
• Alfalfa Juice: is rich in chlorophyll and cleanses blood.
• Garlic Juice: is a great blood cleanser.
  Dark Grape Juice: devoid of any sugar helps purify blood and increase hemoglobin content in blood.
• Parsley Juice
• Tomato Juice
• Beet Juice
• Black Cherry Juice
• Blackberry Juice

Juice to help Prevent or Delay Alzheimer's Disease

Recent studies have shown that certain fruit and vegetable juices may help stall Alzheimer's disease. Polyphenols found in some fruit and vegetables help protect the brain. These Polyphenols prevent the accumulation of beta-amyloid in the brain which causes Alzheimer's disease.

• Pomegranate Juice: Pomegranate Juice is rich in antioxidants including polyphenols such as tannins and anthocyanins. This helps protect the brain against oxidative stress which can lead to Alzheimer's disease.
• Blueberry Juice: Blueberry Juice may slow brain aging.
• Apple Juice: Apple juice may delay Alzheimer's disease.
• Grape Juice: Polyphenols present in the dark grape juice like concord grapes help stall Alzheimer's disease.
• Other juices rich in polyphenols include blackberry juice, cherry juice, cranberry juice, plum juice and strawberry juice.

Juices good for Anemia

• Pomegranate Juice: Pomegranate juice is excellent for anemia. Mix it with some honey and ground cinnamon and drink it to get good results.
• Grape Juice
• Parsley Juice
• Blackberry Juice

Juices that help Prevent Stroke

• Pomegranate Juice
• Blueberry Juice
• Cherry Juice

Juices that promote a Healthy Brain

• Pomegranate Juice
• Blueberry Juice

Reduce Wrinkles

• Pomegranate Juice

For Healthy Immune System

• Pomegranate Juice
• Blueberry Juice
• Cherry Juice
• Apple Juice
• Lemon Juice
• Carrot Juice
• Ginger Juice
• Garlic Juice

For Healthy Skin

• Carrot Juice
• Pomegranate Juice
• Cucumber Juice
• Spinach Juice
• Capsicum
• Apple Juice
• Parsley Juice

For Rheumatism

• Pomegranate Juice

Reduce Inflammation

• Pomegranate Juice
• Tart Cherry Juice
• Blueberry Juice
• Ginger Juice
• Strawberry Juice
• Raspberry Juice
• Blackberry Juice

High Blood Pressure (or) Hypertension

• Pomegranate Juice
• Celery Juice
• Parsley Juice
• Carrot Juice
• Lime Juice
• Grape Juice
• Spinach Juice
• Barley Greens Juice
• Banana Juice
• Blueberry Juice
• Blackberry Juice
• Strawberry Juice
• Raspberry Juice
• Garlic Juice

Lower Cholesterol

• Pomegranate Juice
• Blueberry Juice
• Orange Juice
• Carrot Juice
• Spinach Juice
• Apple Juice
• Ginger Juice
• Strawberry Juice

For Lung Cancer Prevention

• Pomegranate Juice

For Diarrhea

• Pomegranate Juice
• Carrot Juice
• Blackberry Juice
• Pear Juice
• Ginger Juice
• Water Melon Juice

For Arthritis

• Pomegranate Juice
• Blueberry Juice
• Cherry Juice
• Pineapple Juice: The anti-inflammatory effect of pineapple juice provides good relief from rheumatoid arthritis.
• Apple Juice
• Celery Juice
• Parsley Juice
• Plum Juice
• Lemon Juice
• Lime Juice
• Aloe Vera Juice

For Prostate Problems

• Pomegranate Juice
• Avocado Juice
• Celery Juice
• Garlic Juice
• Ginger Juice
• Spinach Juice
• Barley Greens Juice
• Tomato Juice

For Erectile Dysfunction

• Pomegranate Juice