🥤 5-Day Green Drink & Healthy Juice Plan
📅 Day 1 – Morning Glow Green Juice
Description:
A refreshing blend of cucumber, celery, apple, spinach, and lemon that helps hydrate, detox, and kickstart your metabolism.
Ingredients:
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1 cucumber
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2 celery stalks
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1 green apple
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1 cup spinach
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½ lemon (juiced)
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1-inch piece ginger
Notes: Best consumed on an empty stomach.
Tips: Use chilled cucumber for extra freshness.
Servings: 2 glasses
Nutritional Info (per serving): ~95 kcal, 3g fiber, 22g carbs, 2g protein
Benefits: Detoxifying, boosts hydration, improves digestion.
Q&A:
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Q: Can I skip ginger? → Yes, but ginger adds anti-inflammatory benefits.
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Q: Can I replace apple with pear? → Yes, pears add a mild sweetness.
📅 Day 2 – Green Energy Smoothie
Description:
A creamy smoothie with banana, kale, almond milk, and chia seeds for sustained energy.
Ingredients:
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1 banana
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1 cup kale
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1 cup almond milk (unsweetened)
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1 tbsp chia seeds
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1 tsp honey (optional)
Notes: Great as a pre-workout drink.
Tips: Blend chia seeds separately for smoother texture.
Servings: 1 large or 2 small
Nutritional Info (per serving): ~160 kcal, 6g protein, 30g carbs, 7g fat
Benefits: Provides fiber, protein, and omega-3s.
Q&A:
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Q: Can I use spinach instead of kale? → Yes, spinach is milder in taste.
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Q: Can I skip honey? → Yes, banana adds enough natural sweetness.
📅 Day 3 – Citrus Green Detox Juice
Description:
A tangy green juice made with orange, pineapple, mint, and spinach for vitamin C and cleansing effect.
Ingredients:
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1 orange (peeled)
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1 cup pineapple chunks
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1 cup spinach
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5–6 fresh mint leaves
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½ cucumber
Notes: Pineapple balances the greens with sweetness.
Tips: Add ice cubes for a refreshing chilled drink.
Servings: 2 glasses
Nutritional Info (per serving): ~110 kcal, 2g protein, 26g carbs, 1g fat
Benefits: Boosts immunity, supports digestion, reduces bloating.
Q&A:
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Q: Can I store this juice? → Best consumed fresh, but can refrigerate up to 8 hrs.
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Q: Can I swap pineapple with mango? → Yes, mango makes it creamier.
📅 Day 4 – Avocado Spinach Smoothie
Description:
A thick, creamy smoothie with avocado, spinach, yogurt, and lime for healthy fats and gut health.
Ingredients:
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½ avocado
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1 cup spinach
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½ cup Greek yogurt
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1 cup coconut water
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Juice of ½ lime
Notes: Rich in probiotics and potassium.
Tips: Add a little honey if you prefer it sweeter.
Servings: 1 large
Nutritional Info (per serving): ~200 kcal, 8g protein, 14g fat, 15g carbs
Benefits: Supports skin health, gut balance, and satiety.
Q&A:
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Q: Can I use regular yogurt? → Yes, but Greek yogurt is thicker and higher in protein.
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Q: Can I make this dairy-free? → Yes, use coconut yogurt or skip yogurt.
📅 Day 5 – Green Apple Celery Juice
Description:
A light, refreshing juice with green apple, celery, parsley, and lemon – perfect for cleansing the body.
Ingredients:
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2 green apples
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2 celery stalks
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Handful parsley
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½ lemon (juiced)
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1 cup water
Notes: Excellent for liver detox.
Tips: Strain for a smoother juice if desired.
Servings: 2 glasses
Nutritional Info (per serving): ~85 kcal, 21g carbs, 2g protein, 1g fat
Benefits: Alkalizes body, supports liver, aids hydration.
Q&A:
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Q: Can I add ginger? → Yes, it enhances detox benefits.
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Q: Can I replace parsley with cilantro? → Yes, cilantro works well.