Bones are living, growing tissues. They are the hardest mineral substances in your body and are primarily made of two materials: calcium (a mineral) and collagen (a protein).
Providing balance, support, and strength throughout the body as well as supporting the muscles and protecting the internal organs are just some of the functions of the bones. A healthy bone is necessary for good posture, which improves your appearance and keeps you looking young.
Aside from having strong bones, your body also needs enough energy to stay active and healthy. A body without ample energy always feels exhausted and tired.
No matter what your age is, protecting your bones and energizing your body is always necessary. To help your body build and maintain strong bones, all you need is to adjust your diet and lifestyle.
Included in what is considered to be a good diet are nutrients like calcium, potassium, vitamins D and K, magnesium, protein, and beta-carotene. All of these can help boost your endurance, build strong bones, and help you recover faster from a day filled with physical activity or from a hard workout.
Start your day with a glass of healthy juice for you to get all the essential nutrients for strong bones and lots of energy to carry throughout the day.
Ingredients:
2 green apples (sliced into small pieces)
1 piece of ginger root (peeled)
½ cup of vitamin D-fortified orange juice
1 cucumber (chopped)
1½ cups of raw spinach
Here Are The Specific Benefits That These Ingredients Can Provide To Your Bones
Green Apples
Found is green apples is a flavonoid called phloridzin, which improves inflammation markers and increases bone density, thus reducing the risk of osteoporosis. The vitamin C found in this fruit is important in the production of collagen, which maintains muscles, bones, blood vessels, and cartilage.
Moreover, its antioxidant and anti-inflammatory compounds help promote bone density and strength.
Spinach
Spinach is rich in vitamin K, which helps prevent excessive amounts of osteoclasts – cells that can destroy bones. A cup of spinach can provide your body with 181 percent of the recommended daily value for vitamin K.
In addition to this, spinach also contains magnesium and calcium which are important for bone health.
Vitamin D-Fortified Orange Juice
This citrus juice has a high vitamin D content, which helps the body absorb calcium, which is necessary to maintain strong bones. A body deficient in vitamin D can have a soft, thin, and brittle bones which can lead to rickets in children and osteoporosis in adults.
Ginger
Ginger boosts bone health and relieves joint pain.
Gingerol, a unique organic compound present in ginger, has powerful anti-inflammatory properties. It plays an important role in defeating the inflammatory compounds like cytokines before they can even begin to affect the bones.
Cucumbers
Cucumbers are rich in vitamins A, B and C and minerals like phosphorus, potassium, magnesium, and calcium. Apart from hydrating the body, these minerals also contribute to stronger bones. The vitamin B and carbohydrates present in cucumbers help convert food into glucose, which provides you energy in return.
Steps To Make The Juice
- Remove the stalks from the spinach leaves and add into the juicer.
- Cut the green apples into small pieces and put in the juicer.
- Peel and chop a piece of ginger root and add it into the juicer.
- Put cucumber chunks through the juicer.
- Transfer the juice into a container. Add the orange juice.
- Mix it well. You can add a little water if you want to get a better consistency of the juice.
- Pour the juice into a glass. If desired, add some ice cubes.
Regularly drink this healthy fresh juice every morning.
Additional Tips
For you to maximize the benefits you can obtain from your fruits and vegetable, always opt for an organic product
.
Remove pesticides and other impurities from your fruits and vegetables by washing them under running water.
You can sprinkle 1 teaspoon roasted sesame seeds on top of the juice for a nutty taste.
Minimize oxidization and improve the nutrient retention of the juice by adding lemon juice to the
recipe.
Drink the juice immediately as soon as it is ready for better taste and most health benefits.
