We have put together some of our favourite juice and smoothie recipes to help you get through the cold and flu season.
These recipes are divided into three categories: immune-boosting recipes, gut-friendly recipes and feel-good recipes.
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IMMUNE-BOOSTING RECIPES
To strengthen the immune system, you need a variety of fresh fruit and vegetables that deliver important vitamins, minerals and enzymes, and juicing is one of the simplest and most effective ways to give our body the nutrients it needs. It is excellent for keeping our digestive system healthy and strengthening our immune system. Support your immune system with these healthy recipes so you can get back on your feet!
Bring the Beet in!
With its beautiful colour and its bold flavour, this nutrient-rich juice is guaranteed to get you going. Beetroot is rich in immune-boosting vitamin C and contains an abundance of potassium, iron and magnesium. These valuable nutrients are the key to a strong immune system, especially during the cold and flu season. Ginger has also been shown to have antibacterial, antifungal and antiviral properties. Combined with the vitamins and minerals, including energising vitamin B, that leafy greens provide, this easy-to-make juice is as delicious as it is healthy.
∙ 1 large beetroot
∙ 30g chopped kale and/or spinach
∙ ½ fennel bulb
∙ 1cm piece of ginger
∙ 1cm piece of turmeric
∙ ½ small organic lime (with peel)
∙ ½ apple
All in the green!
Cucumbers are a good source of antioxidants that fight free radicals. They also contain vitamin C and magnesium to strengthen the immune system. Celery helps boost the immune system thanks to its high content of beneficial minerals, including potassium and folic acid. With its delicious lime flavour, this simple recipe is sure to become a family favourite. Make a larger batch of this recipe and freeze the juice as ice cubes to keep it for later.
∙ 2 to 3 celery sticks
∙ ½ large cucumber
∙ ½ fennel bulb
∙ ½ small organic lime (with peel)
∙ ½ apple
∙ ½ orange
Into the wild wellness
You probably know the saying: "An apple a day keeps the doctor away!" That is because apples are rich in nutrients that support our immune system. Apple skin contains flavonoids that help regulate the immune system and reduce inflammation. Apples are rich in antioxidants and anti-inflammatory substances that help keep us healthy in times of illness and flu. Carrots are rich in beta-carotene, which reduces cell damage and keeps inflammation in check. Drink this juice first thing in the morning so your day starts with a good dose of wellness.
∙ 2 carrots
∙ 1 large beetroot and/or spinach
∙ 1 apple
∙ ½ small organic lemon (with peel)
∙ 1 ½ cups chard
Berry strong
This smoothie recipe tastes so good that you would never guess it is packed with nutrients for a strong immune system! That is because fresh berries contain an abundance of anthocyanins. These flavonoids are extremely effective antioxidants that keep our immune system running at its best. Berries also help reduce inflammation in our body and keep us healthy. Raw honey is rich in antioxidants and has strong antibacterial properties that help keep the digestive system working properly while strengthening the immune defences at the same time.
∙ 90g frozen berries
∙ ½ apple, sliced
∙ Orange
∙ 120ml nut milk (or other plant milk)
∙ 120g yoghurt
∙ 1 tbsp raw honey
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GUT-FRIENDLY RECIPES
The greater part of our immune system is located in our gut. The "good bacteria" also help to strengthen our immune system. But when there is a lack of these good bacteria or an excess of bad bacteria, a range of symptoms can appear.
These recipes contain ingredients that are not only easy to digest, but also provide nutrients that help your gut stay healthy and happy.
Pink carrot juice
This pretty juice recipe packs a punch, especially when it comes to promoting gut health. Carrots have been shown to support proper digestion by helping to stimulate the digestive juices in our gut. They have also been shown to be anti-inflammatory and give us a boost of valuable vitamins, including vitamin A, potassium and biotin. The acid in lemon juice can help break down food so that our body gets the maximum amount of nutrients we need to stay healthy. It is best to drink the juice 20 minutes before a meal to support digestion.
∙ 4 carrots
∙ 1 apple
∙ 1 large beetroot
∙ ½ small organic lemon (with peel)
For a good gut
Just like lemons, limes are acidic and support saliva production and the breakdown of our food for optimal digestion. They are also rich in vitamin C, which in turn strengthens our immune system. In addition, cucumber is strongly alkalising and hydrating and rich in nutrients such as vitamin C. Enjoy this fresh juice with a meal, and if you have a fresh sprig of mint to hand, feel free to add it for an extra refreshing taste!
∙ 1 small organic lime (with peel)
∙ 1 apple
∙ ½ large cucumber
∙ A handful of leafy greens
∙ 1 sprig of mint (optional)
Spicy tomato juice
If you enjoy delicious ripe tomatoes, you will love this recipe! Tomatoes are not only rich in immune-boosting vitamin C, they have also been shown to help with regularity. That benefits our digestion and helps us feel light, healthy and full of energy. Ginger combined with turmeric is antiviral and antibacterial and can help reduce inflammation throughout the body. For an extra boost of nutrient-rich vitamins, juice lemons with the peel on.
∙ 3 ripe tomatoes
∙ 2 celery sticks
∙ 1cm piece of ginger
∙ 1cm piece of turmeric
∙ ½ small organic lemon (with peel)
Pineapple berry pie smoothie
Pineapple lovers, listen up! This simple yet unique smoothie is full of immune-boosting nutrients and gut-friendly enzymes that support good digestion. Pineapple is an excellent source of bromelain, an enzyme that helps our body digest the food we eat. Pineapple is also rich in vitamin C, which contributes to a strong immune system. The probiotics in the yoghurt provide an extra portion of gut-friendly bacteria that help us stay in top form all season long. The fibre from the oats supports digestion and also gives the smoothie a pleasant consistency and taste.
∙ 1 banana, peeled
∙ 120ml nut milk
∙ 120g yoghurt
∙ 120g frozen pineapple
∙ 90g frozen berries
∙ 40g rolled oats
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FEEL-GOOD RECIPES
Avoiding illness can be a stressful business. In fact, stress can weaken the immune system, which leads to a reduction in overall quality of life. That is why it is just as important to focus on nurturing our mental wellbeing.
The early bird catches the worm
The star of this uplifting recipe is grapefruit, which is packed with nutrients that help you look, feel and perform at your best. Grapefruit is an excellent source of immune-boosting vitamin C, and its aroma is known to reduce stress and feelings of anxiety. Start the day refreshed and full of energy with a glass of fresh grapefruit juice.
The added bonus of this recipe is the ginger and turmeric, both of which can reduce inflammation in our body and so help ease symptoms that lead to fatigue and low spirits.
∙ 2 carrots
∙ 1 grapefruit
∙ 1cm piece of ginger
∙ 1cm piece of turmeric
∙ 1 sprig of mint (optional)
No-stress smoothie
then why not try this smoothie! Not only is it packed with easily digestible ingredients and immune-boosting nutrients such as potassium and copper, the avocado also gives it an extra wellness effect. Avocados are a good source of folic acid, which has been shown to help relieve anxiety. They are also rich in omega-3 fatty acids, which lift the mood and support brain health.
∙ 240ml nut milk (or other plant milk)
∙ 1 banana
∙ 130g fresh baby spinach
∙ 100g pineapple
∙ ¼ avocado
∙ 20g desiccated coconut (optional)
Good mood juice
Leafy greens are an important part of an immune-boosting diet and are rich in magnesium, which plays a key role in brain function and mood. Adding green leafy vegetables such as kale, spinach and chard is a wonderful way to increase your intake.
∙ 2 celery sticks
∙ 1 apple
∙ 200g fresh baby spinach
∙ 1cm piece of ginger
∙ 1cm piece of turmeric
∙ ½ grapefruit
Zesty freshness
Feeling a little low? This zesty juice recipe is sure to help lift your mood! Fennel gives this juice a warm and soothing flavour and is also good for digestion. Celery contains n-butylphthalide, which has been shown to lower the concentration of stress hormones in the blood. A lack of fluids can worsen our stress symptoms and lead to a build-up of toxins in our body. Cucumbers have a high water content that helps our body stay properly hydrated. We recommend making this juice recipe first thing in the morning so you can start the day refreshed.
∙ 2 celery sticks
∙ 1 apple
∙ 130g chopped kale
∙ ½ large cucumber
∙ 1cm piece of ginger
∙ ½ grapefruit
∙ ¼ fennel bulb

