If you do decide to hop on the cucumber juice train or if you're already on it, here are a few other things to keep in mind:
Choose your cucumbers wisely. There are a lot of different types of cucumbers out there, but some make better juices than others. Rissetto says that English cucumbers are less bitter and don't have seeds, so they might be preferable. "I recommend choosing organic cucumbers when making them for juicing because juice is concentrated (we need several cucumbers to make cucumber juice), and therefore, we are increasing any pesticide exposure/intake," she adds.
Mix it up. You can also incorporate other ingredients into your juice for more health benefits and different delicious flavors. "There are many delicious combinations that can be made along with cucumber juice, such as adding in mint, lemon, and a green leafy vegetable like kale or spinach," Rissetto says. "If you are adding in another fruit like pineapple or apple, keep in mind that you will be drinking more calories and sugar without having the additional benefits of the fiber from the skins of these fruits. Even though they are natural sugars, sugars from fruit can still spike your blood sugar."
Listen to your body. Poon repeats that it's important to chat with your doctor about your specific dietary needs. She says it's her personal philosophy to really pay attention to your body: "After you drink a glass of cucumber juice, notice how you feel—do you feel energized and happy? Great! But if you feel sluggish or have digestive issues, then maybe cucumber juice isn't for you."
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