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 the best juice recipes for weight loss, with an emphasis on vegetable-based juices that taste great and aid in fat-burning.

colorful vegetable juices in glass jars on a table.

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.

Even better, this article includes the best tasting fat burning juice recipes so that you don’t feel deprived and hungry when you’re trying to lose a few pounds.

Juicing and Weight Loss

While some people use juice fasts to lose weight fast, you don’t have to go so extreme (see why fasting can be dangerous for women).

In fact, if you just swapped sugar-sweetened beverages with a homemade vegetable juice, you would already be making huge strides for both your health and your weight loss efforts.

Homemade vegetable juices aid fat loss in several ways.

1. Low in calories

First, most homemade green juices are low in calories. This is because the fruits are kept to a minimum which reduces the natural sugars in the juices.

Homemade green juices are hydrating, high in nutrients, and can help satisfy a sugar craving (see all my tips for doing a sugar detox diet).

2. Highly nutritious

As mentioned above, vegetable juices when made at home are much lower in calories than other types of drinks, especially sodas or other drinks that have added sugars.

Another way that green juices can aid in weight loss is by replenishing your body with electrolytes and other nutrients. In this way, juices can be part of a list of soft foods to eat after oral surgery.

If you include at least one vegetable-rich juice in your diet a day, then you’ll be getting vitamin C, vitamin K, some fiber, potassium, antioxidants, and more. Green juices also have no fat.

See my related articles with the best vegetables for green juice, best smoothies to lose stomach fat, and how to use juicing to reduce bloating.

3. Very hydrating

Vegetables have a high water content. Consuming foods or beverages with high water content can increase satiety and reduce overall calorie intake.

The hydration from the water content in vegetable juices can also aid in metabolism and bodily functions that are crucial for weight loss.

4. Reduced cravings

Drinking vegetable juices can help in reducing cravings for unhealthy, high-calorie snacks.

The nutrient density and flavor of the juices can satisfy taste buds and provide essential nutrients, making you less likely to reach for processed snacks.

5. Improved gut health

Some vegetables contain prebiotics, which support the growth of healthy bacteria in the gut. Even when you are juicing your veggies, you’ll still get the benefit of some of the vegetable fibers in the juice.

A healthy gut microbiome is linked to improved digestion and might play a role in weight management.

Additionally, a well-functioning digestive system can improve the absorption of nutrients and elimination of wastes, contributing to overall health and weight loss.

 
green juice on a table with fresh vegetables.

Equipment Needed

If you’re getting started with juicing, it’s best to consider your options when it comes to equipment.

Most juicing veterans would urge you to get an expensive juicer, but they can run upwards of several hundreds of dollars! The benefit of having a nice juicer is that it can save you time and money.

Juicer

Masticating juicers are ideal for people who juice since they are easy to use, easy to clean, and they extract the most juice out of your vegetables.

To learn more about juicer options, be sure to check out my articles on the best Omega Juicers and the best Breville Juicers.

Blender

Additionally, you might consider using a blender to make juice. I have other articles on the Best Juicer Blenders and How to Juice with a Vitamix.

Investing in a high-speed blender can also allow you to make recipes like DIY almond milk.

juicer on a table making juice.

Juicing for Weight Loss FAQs

What is the best juice for weight loss?

There are tons of juice recipes that can aid in your weight loss efforts. 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 low in calories and natural sugars.

Do I need to do a juice fast to lose weight?

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. See my related articles on healthy weight loss tips for women and 3-day gut cleanse diet.

Can juicing improve my metabolism?

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.

Can I use any type of vegetable and fruit for weight loss juicing?

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. See my complete list of the best veggies to make juice.

veggie juices served in glasses on a table.

Best Juice Recipes for Weight Loss

Here are the best homemade vegetable juice recipes to help with your weight loss efforts. Remember to keep the fruit in your juices to a minimum to keep the natural sugars low.

Bonus Juice Recommendations

If you don’t feel like drinking a big glass of juice, you might also like my wellness shot or smoothie recipes!

Conclusions

Juicing can help with weight loss, especially if you stop drinking sugary beverages and you trade them for homemade vegetable juices. This article shares ten of the best juice recipes for weight loss.

You might also like my article on the Best Juice Recipes for Beginners 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. She is a top wellness and food blogger with nearly 10 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 Carrie 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.