Freshly squeezed juices are necessary for each of us, it is a storehouse of vitamins and minerals that are instantly absorbed. But it is necessary to follow several rules when using fresh juices, since they are not a drink to quench your thirst, but are a natural dietary supplement.
- Drink juices in the morning. This is the most successful period to saturate your body with simple carbohydrates.
- Drinking freshly squeezed juices is recommended after a meal, no earlier than 15 minutes later. On an empty stomach, freshly squeezed juice is not drunk – this is very irritating to the mucous membrane. Also, do not drink juice immediately after eating – food will be poorly digested, pain and discomfort may occur.
- Juices, especially acidic ones, are recommended to be diluted with boiled or mineral water.
- Juice with pulp is healthier than strained juice. The pulp contains healthy fiber.
- Never add salt or sugar to freshly squeezed juices, a drop of cream or olive oil, and even bran will serve as a good addition.