Natural Juices – Good or Bad for our health?

Natural juices have multiple benefits for our health, speeding our metabolism and having incredible healing properties and cell regeneration.

Vegetable juice- a gold mine for your health

Tomato juice, for example, contains lycopene, combats prostate cancer and reduces blood pressure. The pulp of the vegetable contains fibers, which keeps hunger under control and helps your digestion.
Even if they are bought from the supermarket, vegetables juices have less sugar and calories than natural fruit juices. But pay attention, they can contain a higher concentration of sodium.

Fruit juices from the supermarket are a trap

Even if they are called “natural juices” these types of juices contain a very small amount of juice. The main ingredients are water, sugar, fructose and flavours. A healthier and recommended alternative is to prepare the juice yourself from your favorites fruits and vegetables at home.

Pomegranate juice, a perfect choice for your health

If you don’t have the possibility to prepare a home-made juice, then choose the healthier option from the supermarket. Even if the sugar content it’s still high, pomegranate juice has a high quantity of antioxidants.
According to a recent study, 250 ml of pomegranate juice daily reduces the risk of prostate cancer.

Cranberry juice

There are more smart choices when we are talking about natural juices. Cranberry juice contains vitamin C which strengthens the immune system. It also reduces the risk of urinary infections.

Orange juice

Well, fresh orange juice has become almost a cliché when we are talking about a classic breakfast. And there are reasons why things orange juice is so famous.
Orange juice has a high content of vitamin C and folic acid, vitamin A, B-complex vitamins (B2, B3, B5, B6), vitamin E, antioxidants, minerals: potassium, calcium, copper, iron, magnesium,zinc.
Orange juice lowers cholesterol, improves digestion, combats constipation, improves blood pressure and stimulates the immune system.

Children and natural juices

All children love fruit juices, but doctors set some clear boundaries. Children younger than 6 years should not drink more than 120 to 150 ml of fruit juice per day and for children between 7 and 18 years are recommended between 250-350 ml of juice daily.