Juicing as a method of natural medicine, is becoming more and more popular.
The importance of fruits and vegetables for our health is well known. However vegetables,fruits and juices from them are not one and the same. Those comprise up to 90 % of water enriched with biologically active substances of vegetative cells. Juices require very little energy for digestion and are included in a metabolism almost immediately. It has a positive effect on the regenerative processes of an organism. All vegetative juices correct the acidic-alkaline balance of blood. They increase activity of enzymes, improve metabolism, assist in neutralization of toxins and their extraction from the body. Juices stimulate the digestive process. They are a rich source of vitamins, minerals and many microelements. Vegetable juices contain more mineral substances, such as potassium,calcium, magnesium, sodium, than fruit juices,whereas fruit juices contain more organic acids and carbohydrates, which raise their caloric value. Vegetables require a few hours to digest completely while absorption of juices by the body takes only about an hour. It takes the burden off of the digestive system, relieving and unloading it. There are 2 methods of juice therapy that people usually use. One is a juice fasting, which lasts from 2 to 5 days. Such fasting on one and a half -2 L of juice quickly reduces weight and cleanses the body. Another method involves the daily intake of fare amounts of juices. It works slower but brings long lasting results. This method should be carried out for at least 2 weeks. Daily intake of juices should be no less than 500-600 ml to receive noticeable results. It is best to drink juice right after preparation. In some cases juice can be stored in a fridge for short periods of time.

Beet juice is the best juice for improvement of blood and formation of red blood cells. Juice can be prepared not only from root crops but also from young plant tops. The use of beet juice has well proved itself to remedy high blood pressure and other heart problems. Consumption of 50-100 ml of juice 2-3 times a day yields excellent results during menopause. Calcium, contained in beets, provides nourishment for the organism. Beet juice is a wonderful organic cleanser for liver, kidneys and gall bladder and stimulates activity of the lymph in the body. The juice improves memory, strengthens nervous system, clears blood vessels and plays an important role in treatment of hypertonic and anemia. It is not advisable to drink pure beet juice. Freshly prepared juice should be stored in fridge for few hours. Then, after removing foam, it should be mixed with carrot juice (1:4). Daily dose: 1-1 ½ cups of juice 2 times a day.

Tomato juice contains strong elements which suppress the process of fermentation and rotting in intestines. Tomato juice improves the heart and stomach’s conditions. Organic acids, that are present in tomato juice, elevate alkaline environment of blood. One glass of the juice contains half of the daily dose of vitamin C and carotene. A mix of tomato, apple, pumpkin and lemon juice (2:4:2:1) is often used in weight loss programs.

Parsley juice is good for boosting an energy level. It contains a big amount of carotene and vitamin C. The juice contains elements which are necessary for the oxygen exchange in the body, for the correct functioning of adrenal and thyroid glands and also for strengthening the walls of blood vessels. Parsley juice helps with bladder, gall and kidney stones and other kidney diseases. Many eye diseases are successfully treated by a mix of parsley juice with carrot juice and celery juice. Parsley juice improves breathing and the heart’s work. It is one of the strongest juices; therefore the one time dose of pure juice should not exceed 1 tbsp.

Celery juice raises the general tone of an organism, improves appetite and has diuretic and laxative effects. It is good for people with a broken metabolism and fatigue. The juice contains vitamin C and vitamins of group B. It is also rich with organic combinations of sodium. It contains a big amount of organic potassium, calcium and phosphorus. The recommended daily dose of the juice is no more than 100 ml. Celery juice combines well with other vegetable and fruit juices. Most popular combinations are: carrots, beet and celery (8:3:5), carrots, cabbage and celery (1:4:5), carrots, celery and radish (8:5:3)

Turnip juice contains a high percentage of calcium. This juice is very good for children and people who suffer from brittle bones. The mix of turnip and carrot juice is one of the most effective ways to strengthen teeth and other bone structures. Turnip leaves contain high levels of sodium and iron. The potassium in juice helps to increase the alkaline composition of an organism, especially in a mix with carrot and celery juice.

Horseradish juice is not usually used. Instead of juice a paste of horseradish with addition of lemon juice is applied. This mix helps with the disintegration of mucus in the body without damaging mucous membranes. Also it is a good diuretic and is useful at dropsy. The mix of 150g of horseradish with the juice of 2-3 lemons brings good results. Daily dose:1/2 tsp 2 times a day on an empty stomach.

Pumpkin is an excellent diuretic. It contains salts of potassium, calcium, magnesium and iron, as well as sugar, carotene, fiber, protein and vitamins C, B1, B2, PP. Pumpkin seeds are well-known and are popular anthelmintic and have been used for generations to rid the body of worms. Pumpkin is especially useful at heart and kidney diseases, obesity, cholecystitis, hypertension and constipation.

Apricots contain up to 25%-27% of sugars, organic acids like salicylic acid, malic acid and citric acid, and also carotene and vitamins C and B15. They are rich with potassium and iron. Apricots have a healing effect at kidney diseases, at cardiovascular diseases and at obesity. Dried apricots are a good diuretic. Being rich in phosphorus and magnesium, they positively affect blood vessels of the brain and improve memory. Apricots help at anemia, and increasing the percentage of hemoglobin in blood.

Bilberry surpasses all other berries, fruit and vegetables at the amount of manganese. In it vitamins C,B1,B2, carotene, tannins, pectin and sugar, malic, quinic, succinct and lactic acids are also found. Bilberry is used to treat diseases of the digestive system, intestinal infections, hepatitis, anemia, gout, rheumatism, kidney stones and skin disorders. Bilberry improves sight and reduces the amount of sugar in blood. Phytoelements, contained in bilberries, can destroy dysenteric, diphtheria and typhoid fever bacillus.

Gooseberries improve the metabolism, help at anemia with iron deficiency and are a good laxative and diuretic. Gooseberry contains up to 14 % of sugars, organic acids, pectin and tannins. A presence of copper, iron, phosphorus, vitamins C, P, of group B and carotene in gooseberries raises its value

Grapefruit possesses valuable dietary and healing properties. It improves digestion, lowers high blood pressure, normalizes work of the liver and restores strength. Juice with pulp is very helpful to those with absence of appetite and infringement of digestion. For the insomnia drink 1/2 a glass of juice at bedtime.

Peach juice is good with heart disorders, anemia and constipation. Take 1/4 of a glass 15-20 min before meal. This juice is not for people with allergies, diabetes and obesity.

Plum is worthy of our attention for its dietary quality. It contains up to 16% of sugars, pectin, potassium and carotene, organic acids and vitamins C, B1, and PP. Plums, and dried ones especially (prunes), have a laxative and diuretic action. Plums are used at cholecystitis and liver, kidneys and heart diseases.

Melon is rich with sugars, vitamins C, PP, carotene, folic acid and also iron and fiber. It helps at constipation, atherosclerosis, hemorrhoids and blood, kidneys and cardiovascular diseases.

Raspberry comprises iron, copper, potassium, pectin, fiber, tannins, organic acids, sugars, vitamins C, B1, B12, PP and folic acid. The most common use of raspberry is to bring down a fewer for those with cold and flu. But it is also very useful at anemia and atherosclerosis, at gastric and kidney diseases. Raspberry’s phytoelements make it a good antiseptic.

Water-melons contain vitamins C, PP, B1, B2, carotene and folic acid and also fiber, pectin, carbohydrates and potassium salts. Water-melons bring beneficial effect on kidneys and cardiovascular system. They perfectly satisfy thirst and help deducing of toxins from body. Water-melons are irreplaceable diuretic at dropsy, connected to heart and kidney diseases. Fiber of water-melon improves peristalsis and accelerates removal of excessive amount of cholesterol. Water-melon is a perfect food for patients with gout, arthritis and diabetes.