Juicing Dandelion Greens & Cleansing Juice Recipe

These greens are rich in vitamin A, vitamin B, vitamin C, vitamin E, and vitamin K. These vitamins directly go to work helping the immune system, respiratory system, detoxification system, and many other functions of the body. 

Not only do dandelion greens contain a plentiful amount of vitamins, but the mineral content is high as well. These plants contain calcium, magnesium, zinc, iron, manganese, copper, silicon, sodium, and potassium. All of these are utilized by the body so many ways.

Studies are being done to show exactly how effective dandelion greens are in helping the cardiovascular system. Triglycerides and cholesterol levels have been lowered in studies with animals with the use of dandelion green extract. Additionally, the green's mineral content, potassium, may help with healthy blood pressure levels.

Dandelion greens contain antioxidant properties, helping keep free radical production in check. An overload of free radicals on the body leads to disease and illness. The oxidative stress they produce on the body can also lead to hypertension. 

Studies done on rats fed a high-fat diet indicated the strong potential for dandelion greens to reduce weight gain. The phenolic compounds in the plant show potential to help block fat absorption. Additionally, the plant helps to regulate not only lipid levels but also carbohydrate metabolism.

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Another benefit to juicing dandelion greens is its liver protection attributes. The liver is very susceptible to damage from oxidative stress. Tissue and cell damage is caused by free radicals, an imbalance of oxygen molecules in the body. Studies show dandelion extract to be an effective preventative in liver disease.

Dandelion greens' diuretic effect makes it a great cleanser. Being diuretic means urine production is increased, flushing more toxins and waste out of the body. Also, the leaves' ability to activate better functioning of the liver adds to their cleansing ability. 

I always thoroughly wash my vegetables prior to juicing. Also, the dandelion greens should be organic or from a source that is free from pesticides.

Adding the greens to a juice is easy. Simply push the amount that you want to add into the juicer. It is beneficial to add the greens near the beginning or middle of juicing to make sure that a fruit or vegetable with texture or high in water content is added after. This allows all the juice from the dandelion greens to incorporate into the final product.