Health Benefits of Juicing
Ahhh, the cool, crisp freshness and health benefits of juicing at Tierra Alegre, The Ranch’s juice bar. After a morning hike, an afternoon cardio workout, or yoga, I always make my way to these colorful drinks with their perfect blend of vegetables and fruits. The juices and smoothies are a few of my favorite things that complement an active day.
Tierra Alegre’s menu has a lot to offer. Holistic Nutritionist Torie Borrelli created delicious and nutritious smoothies and juices based on The Ranch’s food and health philosophy. “Each ingredient is chosen based on the season,” explains Torie, “and will provide the best health benefits you can get from juicing. All juices and smoothies are made to order, cold-pressed, non-GMO and organic.” Torie recommends smoothies after a hard workout, for a meal replacement or as an additional snack. “Juices,” she elaborates, “can help with detoxification, digestive health, or as a way to add more greens to your diet (not like you need that at The Ranch).”
Tierra Alegre Juices
The Anti-Inflammatory is the perfect juice to help you relax and restore your muscles after a heart-thumping cardio workout, spin class or a crack of dawn hike. It’s packed with turmeric, orange, carrot juice and a shred of ginger. This anti-oxidant and anti-inflammatory blend is rich in vitamin A and C, which help boost your immune system and clear up skin issues.
The Aloe Vera is a great compliment to morning meditation, yoga or a low-intensity hike. This juice is packed with lemon, cucumber, apple and coconut water. A dash of fennel and aloe vera are perfect for helping with gut restoration, bloating or gas.
The Turmeric Smoothie is delicious and restorative after any high-intensity interval workout like the 50 minute Ranch Cycling class or TRX. The blend of turmeric and ginger relieve muscle inflammation and help replenish glycogen stored in your muscles. A choice of coconut or almond milk will keep you energized through your day.
The Beauty Smoothie is rich in antioxidants and immune boosting vitamin C. This is a great smoothie to consume after a long hike, intense cardio workout or when you need an energizing lift to your day. The drink can be mixed with your choice of almond milk or coconut milk, and the berries and banana make it refreshing and sweet.
The Mint Chocolate Smoothie is packed with the restorative power of raw cacao nibs and powder. This delicious minty smoothie is mixed with the mineral richness of spinach and the omega fatty acids of almond milk to help keep your heart and skin healthy.
There are a plethora of nutrition-rich supplements offered too. Visit Vivian at our juice bar and she’ll create the perfect blend for your day.
You can make our Green Juice at home with this recipe or learn more about how to have a happy and healthy cleanse.