A drink can contain nutritious ingredients and still deliver a surprisingly large amount of sugar.
When several servings of fruit are concentrated into one glass, it becomes easy to consume more fruit than you would normally eat at once.
A better approach is to balance fruit with ingredients such as leafy greens, cucumber, or other vegetables rather than making an oversized beverage entirely from sweet fruits.
Avoiding added sugar, syrups, and sweetened juices can also keep the drink nutritionally balanced.
People managing diabetes or other conditions affecting blood sugar should discuss major dietary changes with an appropriate healthcare professional.
Can a Juice “Detox” the Body?
“Detox” is one of the most common claims associated with wellness beverages.
The human body already has sophisticated systems for processing and eliminating waste, involving organs including the liver and kidneys. There is no need to depend on a special juice to perform these normal biological functions.
