The Ultimate Green Juice

The following green juice recipe is Dr. Max Gerson’s recipe. It is extremely rich in iron and other minerals and very high in chlorophyll. If there is one new habit you should include in your daily routine then that is to drink one green juice a day.

Green Juice Recipe

Ingredients:

  • Escarole 1-2 leaves
  • Lettuce 3-4 leaves (preferably Romaine or Cos)
  • Swiss (Green) Chard 1-3 leaves, depending on size
  • Red Chard same as above
  • Endive 1-2 leaves
  • Red Leaf Lettuce 3-4 leaves
  • Green Leaf Lettuce 3-4 leaves
  • Red Cabbage 2-3 leaves
  • Romaine 2-3 leaves
  • Beet Tops (young inner leaves) 2-3 leaves
  • Green Pepper 1/2 medium sized
  • Watercress 1-2 sprigs (up to six leaves)
  • One medium apple (Granny Smith)

Green Juice Vegetables

METHOD

  1. Wash all thoroughly and place in salad spinner to remove excess water.
  2. Cut off bottom of stems of chard or any fibrous leaves.
  3. Pass through your juicer accordingly.
  4. Drink immediately.

Try to consume within 20 minutes when the juice is at its most potent and beneficial and to avoid oxidation. Do not store.