Fresh juice (orange, apple, carrot, pomegranate blend) Calories

Peel the orange, wash and chop the apple and carrot, and remove the pomegranate arils from their white membranes. Run the ingredients through a juicer; with a blender, blend them together and strain only if you prefer a smoother drink.

It tastes best when drunk soon after juicing. If you need to keep it, refrigerate it promptly in a covered container and drink it the same day; do not leave freshly squeezed juice sitting at room temperature.

Yes, its natural fruit sugars can raise blood glucose, and juicing removes much of the fruit’s fibre. If you have diabetes, ask your clinician or dietitian how to fit this juice into your individual meal plan.

Pomegranate’s white membranes and citrus peel can make the juice bitter, especially if they are crushed during juicing. Remove the pomegranate arils carefully and peel the orange; overripe or old produce can also affect the flavour.

Yes, but freezing can change its texture and flavour. Freeze it promptly in an airtight container with room for expansion, thaw it in the refrigerator, and stir before drinking; do not refreeze it after thawing.

No, straining is optional. Leaving the pulp in gives the drink a thicker texture and retains more fibre, while straining makes it smoother. If you blend the ingredients, you can simply drink the mixture without straining.

Yes, you can drink it on an empty stomach, but the orange’s acidity may trigger heartburn or discomfort in some people. If that happens, have it with food or use less orange.

Yes, it can be part of a varied diet, but drinking it every day should not crowd out whole fruit and vegetables. Whole produce provides more fibre and is generally more filling than its juiced equivalent.

Yes, freshly prepared juice can be consumed during pregnancy if the produce is washed thoroughly and the juice is made with clean equipment. Avoid unpasteurized juice from uncertain sources, since it can carry harmful bacteria.