You should include this ‘goddess glow juice’ in your diet for supple skin and strong immunity

2-3 beetroots (depending on the size)
6-8 carrots (depending on the size)
5 Amla berries
A small stump of raw turmeric
Another small stump of ginger

“All swished into a cold pressed juicer and consumed fresh. If you don’t have a juicer, just blend everything in a mixie and strain. I use the leftover pulp to enrich the soil in my garden,” she added in the caption of her post.

 

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Meenu Balaji, Chief Nutritionist at Pragmatic Nutrition, shared that the juice, made with carrot, beetroot, amla, raw turmeric, and ginger, is rich in nutrients that support skin health, and immunity.

What are its health benefits?

1. Carrots: High in beta-carotene. This is important  for skin repair, vision, and immunity..
2. Beetroot: Rich in nitrates which improves  blood flow. It also helps with skin health as it has many antioxidants.
3. Amla: Packed with vitamin C for collagen production and immunity.
4. Turmeric: Contains curcumin, an anti-inflammatory and antioxidant.
5. Ginger: Aids in digestion and supports gut health.

Having listed out the health benefits of the ingredients, Bajaji shared that the juice comes with a couple risks to be kept in mind. “Raw foods with high  fiber may cause bloating. Foods like amla, when taken in empty stomach can irritate the stomach lining and cause discomfort. Beetroot, turmeric, and amla are high in oxalates, which may increase stone risk.  It is best to avoid these foods, if you are prone to developing kidney stones,” she warned.

Balaji suggested taking this juice first thing in the morning. However, for better nutrient absorption and to minimize stomach irritation, she added that mid-morning would be a better time to drink it.