The Nutritional Value of Juicing Kale
Posted December 3rd, 2012
Kale is one of the amazing leafy vegetables known for its high nutritional value. It is exceptionally rich in nutrients and an excellent source of antioxidant vitamin K, vitamin C, beta carotene, Lutein, zeaxanthin and calcium. The key benefits of kale are found in the antioxidant vitamin K which can reduce the overall risk of developing cancer. Lutein and zeaxanthin compounds in kale promote overall eye health. Kale also contains strong anti-inflammatory effects that helps the joints, boost the immune system and detoxifies the body.
Juicing kale with a juicer is the best way to get the full benefits of kale faster into the body. Once the kale leaves are fed through the juicer, the juicer will automatically separate the juice from the pulp.
Kale is one of the few leafy greens that are abundant in the winter months and it comes in different varieties.
Due to the powerful components found in kale, it is advised that you consult your physician to make sure the medication you are taking will not conflict with the Kale juice, especially if you are taking anticoagulants such as warfarin. It is also good to balance out juicing kale with other fruits and vegetables so you are not juicing only kale every single day.
If you are new to juicing and not used to raw vegetable juice taste, you can add carrots, celery, cucumber, lemons, apples, grapes and ginger to sweeten the taste.
Beginner Kale Juice Recipe
Ingredients:
Half bunch of kale
1 apple
Bunch kale up and feed through your juicer followed by the cored apple.
