HAPPY SUMMER SOLISTICE

As we move into our Summer Months– So we move into focusing on different organs– and we who desire ultimate health, vitality, and longevity move into different focused organs. The SUMMER CLEANSING FOCUS?  According to TCM: Five Element Theory, we move into the FIRE Element in Summer:  Your heart and lungs! 

I love to begin with a five-day juicing cleanse to incorporate the following: 

Cleansing the small intestine and supporting heart health can be aided by incorporating certain juices into your diet. Here are some of the best juices for these purposes:

Juices for Small Intestine Cleanse

  • Green Juice

    • Ingredients: Spinach, kale, cucumber, celery, lemon, and ginger.

    • Benefits: High in fiber and antioxidants, which promote digestion and gut health.

  • Apple and Pear Juice

    • Ingredients: Fresh apples and pears.

    • Benefits: Contains pectin, which helps cleanse the intestines and promotes healthy digestion.

  • Beet Juice

    • Ingredients: Fresh beets, carrots, and a splash of lemon.

    • Benefits: Supports liver function and helps in detoxifying the digestive system.

  • Pineapple and Ginger Juice

    • Ingredients: Fresh pineapple and ginger.

    • Benefits: Pineapple contains bromelain, which aids digestion, while ginger helps reduce inflammation.

  • Watermelon Juice

    • Ingredients:  WATERMELON– Seeds and Rind too!

    • Benefits: Clears heat; prootes hydration; Supports digestions and detoxification (especially from your kidneys) Moisturizes the skin; and relieves fatigue.

Juices for Heart Health

  • Pomegranate Juice

    • Benefits: Rich in antioxidants and polyphenols, it can help lower blood pressure and improve cholesterol levels.

  • Berry Juice

    • Ingredients: Blueberries, strawberries, and raspberries.

    • Benefits: High in antioxidants and vitamins that support heart health.

  • Tomato Juice

    • Benefits: Contains lycopene, which may reduce the risk of heart disease and improve heart health.

  • Carrot and Orange Juice

    • Ingredients: Fresh carrots and oranges.

    • Benefits: Rich in vitamins A and C, it supports overall cardiovascular health.

  • Mango Juice

    • Benefits: Nourishes Yin/hydration; clears hearts; promotes digestion; Moistens the lungs Enhances Qi (vital energy); Supports spleen function. 

Tips for Juicing

  • Fresh Ingredients: Always use fresh, organic ingredients when possible.

  • Hydration: Stay hydrated by drinking plenty of water alongside your juices.

  • Moderation: While juices can be beneficial, they should be consumed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

Incorporating these juices into your diet,  along with the digestive enZymes of Artichoke Leaf and Papaya Seed Extract three times daily, can support both small intestine cleansing and heart health. Always consult with a healthcare professional before making significant changes to your diet, especially if you have underlying health conditions.

Here’s to the Summer Sun, Your healthier heart, Digestion; Vital Energy, and Manifestation all that you wish to do in your world!




                                                                                –Dr. Jo Dee Baer Hp; BC; Ph.D

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