We had a Christmas party at our place last night. Yes, there were cookies- multiple kinds, actually, and cheese, and dips, and about 50 other things that were delicious but far from good. Now, all I want is kale juice with ginger, lemon, cucumber, and anything else wholesome that will fit in our juicer.
Thankfully, I planned ahead for this for the first time ever and have all those amazing, juicable, fruits and veggies in the fridge already. This is the first time I have ever really planned food for the day after a party and it's kinda a big deal. Here are a few of the detox drinks we will be having today and tomorrow!
This article on different types of cleanses is also pretty neat!
The Mean Green
When it comes to juicing, this one is as common as bread and butter, but is oh so much healthier. The mean green would have to be my favorite detox juice. Juice:
- 1 cucumber
- 4 stalks celery
- 2 apples
- 8 kale leaves
- 1/2 lemon
- 1" ginger root
Autumn Gold Rush
Just look at the ingredients and tell me it does not sound amazing. This may also be the best juice cleanse party drink ever! This site has some other incredible looking recipes for your perusal as well. Juice:
- ½ medium sweet potato
- 3 carrots
- 1 cucumber
- ½ inch of tumeric root
- Can also be served with cinnamon sprinkled on the top and sparkling water.
Popeye's Green Juice
I cannot wait to drink this one up! It sounds great and is also the first to have parsley- a delicious and healthy juicing component. Here is a quick sum-up of why parsley is so healthy. Juice:
- 1 bag of organic baby spinach
- ½ bunch parsley
- ½ cucumber
- 1 pear
- 1 lemon
- 1” ginger root
A Green Anytime Smoothie
These are all great options for those who have a juicer, but if you don't, do not fret. There are some fantastic smoothie recipes as well. One of my absolute faves and daily foods is a kale, banana, and strawberry smoothie. Just put this in a blender and enjoy!
- 2 cups kale
- 3 sliced strawberries
- 1/2 a banana, sliced
- 2 tablespoons water
- Ice cubes, optional