13+ Juice Recipes for Weight Loss
Making homemade juices that are low in fruit and high in vegetables can help promote weight loss, especially if you replace sugar-sweetened beverages with your healthy green juice. This article includes juice recipes for weight loss, with an emphasis on vegetable-based juices that are low in natural sugars.
From celery juice to beet juice to cucumber juice to parsley juice, there are a number of healthy vegetable juice recipes that can help with weight loss or weight management.
This article includes juice recipes that taste great so that you don’t feel deprived and hungry when you’re trying to lose a few pounds.
Contrary to some people who say that juices aren’t a great option for weight loss, I believe that juicing can be part of a balanced diet (always speak to your healthcare provider to make sure juicing is right for you).
Making your own juice from whole foods can help us increase our overall intake of essential nutrients.
Juice Recipes for Weight Loss
Cucumber Apple Green Juice Recipe for Weight Loss
This Cucumber Apple Juice recipe tastes really great and is perfect for a quick nutrient boost. I’ll show how easy it is to make using a juicer or a blender. This hydrating green juice can aid in healthy weight management, especially if it is swapped out for sugary soda.
Anti-Bloat Green Juice Recipe (Blender or Juicer)
This green Anti-Bloat Juice uses ingredients known to help reduce symptoms of bloating and water retention. Try this delicious and nutritious green drink using a blender or a juicer.
Green Vegetable Detox Juice Recipe
This Green Vegetable Detox Juice recipe is made with veggies including celery, cucumber, parsley, and leafy greens that are full of antioxidants. This hydrating juice is a great way to start the day!
Cabbage Juice Made in Juicer or Blender
Cabbage Juice is a great vegetable juice that can help with tummy troubles including ulcers. This recipe includes apple and ginger to help add natural sweetness and balance the flavors of the juice. Make this juice in a blender or a juicer.
Anti-Inflammatory Juice Recipe with Ginger
This Anti-Inflammatory Juice Recipe is tasty and refreshing. It’s made with inflammation-fighting ingredients like turmeric, ginger, and pineapple. Serve this green juice with breakfast or between meals.
Apple Cider Vinegar and Lemon Juice (Weight Loss Drink)
Start your day right with this Apple Cider Vinegar and Lemon Juice. This recipe can help boost your health, including lowering your blood sugar, aiding in weight loss, and improving your digestion.
Easy Cucumber Juice Recipe (Juicer or Blender)
This refreshing Cucumber Juice recipe only has two ingredients. Make it quickly and easily in a juicer or a blender. This simple cucumber juice has a light flavor that is hydrating and delicious!
Spinach Juice Recipe (Juicer or Blender)
Spinach Juice is a mild-tasting green juice that can be made using a juicer or a blender. It is hydrating and filled with micronutrients. This Spinach Juice recipe will give you a quick and simple way to add lots of nutrients to your diet.Â
Kale Juice Recipe
Here is the best Kale Juice recipe that I’ve ever made. It is slightly sweet and fresh tasting, with some brightness from lemon and ginger. Make this healthy juicing recipe today!
Green Juice Recipe for Weight Loss (Juicer or Blender)
If you’re trying to lose a few pounds, consider this delicious and appetite-balancing Green Juice Recipe for Weight Loss! This easy recipe can be made in a juicer or a blender and uses produce that is affordable and easy to find.
Celery Cucumber Green Juice Recipe
This Celery Cucumber Green Juice Recipe is full of vitamins and micronutrients, and is perfect for those times when need a hydrating and refreshing drink.Â
Beet Juice Recipe (Juicer or Blender)
This Sweet Beet Juice recipe is a refreshing drink that is so easy to make and tastes great with no earthy flavor. You only need six ingredients for this healthy recipe. Make this juice in a juicer or a blender!
Easy Broccoli Juice Recipe (Juicer or Blender)
Broccoli juice might not be everyone’s first choice, but it can be surprisingly tasty and incredibly nutritious. Here’s a recipe for a flavorful and refreshing Broccoli Juice Recipe that also includes cucumber, ginger, and lemon.
Juicing and Weight Loss
You don’t need extreme juice fasts to lose weight. Simply swapping sugary drinks with homemade vegetable juices can make a big difference.
If juices made with just vegetables taste too green for you, try adding 1-2 green apples for natural sweetness.
Here’s how homemade vegetable juices aid in weight loss:
- Low in Calories: Green juices are low-cal because they limit fruits and natural sugars, keeping your intake light and hydrating while satisfying sugar cravings.
- Nutrient-Rich: Vegetable juices provide key nutrients like vitamin C and vitamin K, fiber, potassium, and antioxidants, all without added fats or sugars. Increasing your nutrient intake can be a delicious way to support your immune system and fight free radicals.
- Hydrating: Consuming foods or beverages like vegetable juices with high water content can increase satiety and reduce overall calorie intake.
- Reduces Cravings: The nutrient density in veggie juices satisfies your taste buds, reducing the urge to reach for unhealthy snacks. If the extra sugar from juices messes with your blood sugar, try smoothies instead! Add a serving of healthy fats like avocado and see if that helps.
- Supports Gut Health: Veggie juices contain some fiber, which promote a healthy gut microbiome. A healthy gut microbiome is linked to improved digestion and might play a role in weight management.
By adding a vegetable juice to your daily routine, you can hydrate, nourish, and support your weight loss goals.
FAQs
Try picking a recipe that includes several green vegetables like celery, cucumber, or parsley, and does not include a lot of fruit. Green juices without fruit are generally lower in calories and natural sugars.
I generally do not recommend juice fasts, as you’ll most likely just lose water weight. For more long-term weight loss success, try drinking one green juice a day instead of any sugary beverages.
While certain vegetables in juices contain vitamins and minerals that support metabolic processes, there’s limited evidence to suggest that juicing significantly boosts metabolism. A balanced diet and regular exercise are more effective methods for improving metabolic rate. See my article about a Metabolism Supportive Diet.
Most vegetables and fruits can be used for juicing, but it’s wise to vary your choices to ensure a range of nutrients. Some fruits are high in sugar, so for weight loss, it’s generally recommended to focus more on vegetables and add a small amount of fruit for flavor. Avoid 100% fruit juices like orange juice if you ave issues with your blood sugar levels. See my complete list of the best veggies to make juice.
Bonus Juice & Smoothie Recommendations
If you don’t feel like drinking a big glass of juice, you might also like my wellness shot or smoothie recipes!
- Ginger Lemon Shot for a zesty, refreshing shot with a bold kick of ginger and a burst of tangy lemon.
- Turmeric Shot for a vibrant, golden shot with a warm, earthy flavor and a hint of citrus.
- Broccoli Smoothie – a creamy green smoothie that blends the mild taste of broccoli with fresh, fruity flavors.
- Liver Detox Smoothie – a bright, refreshing smoothie with a mix of leafy greens, citrus, and earthy notes.
- Moringa Weight Loss Smoothie – try this nutrient-packed smoothie with a mild, earthy flavor and a hint of natural sweetness.
- Banana Beet Smoothie – colorful, creamy smoothie with the natural sweetness of banana and the rich, earthy taste of beets.
- Weight Loss Green Smoothie – crisp, refreshing green smoothie with a blend of fruits and leafy greens for a light, clean flavor.
Conclusions
Juicing can help with healthy weight loss, especially if you stop drinking sugary beverages and you trade them for homemade vegetable juices. Fresh juice has several potential health benefits and can be party of a balanced diet. Try any of the healthy juice recipes featured as party of your weight loss journey or just for a healthier lifestyle.
You might also like my round-ups of Juice Recipes for Juicer or my entire index of Anti Inflammatory Juices.
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About the Author: Carrie Forrest has a master’s degree in public health with a specialty in nutrition and is a certified holistic nutritionist. She is a top wellness and food blogger with over 5 million annual visitors to her site. Carrie has an incredible story of recovery from chronic illness and is passionate about helping other women transform their health. Send her a message through her contact form.
Note: this post is for informational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. Please consult your healthcare provider for recommendations related to your individual situation.
You mention to run the juice solution through a fine strainer to remove the pulp. Is there anything wrong with just leaving the pulp in the juice and drinking the juice with the pulp? Is the pulp just as nutricious as the juice?
There is nothing harmful about drinking the pulp, it is mostly fiber. But, the texture will be thicker and can be harder to digest for some people.
I love how you had recipe for people who have blenders. I’m a stay at home mom of two kids. So our budget is tight. These recipe and blender tips were great!