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The ABC juice ( apple , beetroot, carrot)

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 ABC juice combines apple, beetroot, and carrot for a nutrient-packed drink often enhanced with ginger and lemon. It delivers vitamins, antioxidants, and fiber while supporting detoxification and vitality. Popular for its vibrant color and earthy-sweet taste, it's best consumed fresh.​ Preparation Wash, peel beetroot and carrot, core apple, and chop roughly with 1-inch ginger. Blend without water, strain pulp, re-blend with ¾-1 cup water, strain again, then add lemon juice and a pinch of salt. Serve immediately or chill up to 24 hours; use a juicer for efficiency.​ Nutrition A typical 8 oz (148-240g) serving offers 69-120 calories, mostly from 17-30g carbs including 12-25g natural sugars, 3-4g fiber, and 1-2g protein. Key nutrients include vitamin A (24-900mcg for eye health), vitamin C (7-15mg for immunity), potassium (331-400mg), folate (66mcg), and antioxidants like beta-carotene.​ Benefits ABC juice boosts immunity with vitamin C and beta-carotene, enhances skin glow via ...

GUAVA

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 Guava (Psidium guajava) is a tropical fruit from the myrtle family, native to Mexico, Central America, the Caribbean, and northern South America, now cultivated worldwide in tropical and subtropical regions.​ Botanical Description Guava trees are small, growing 3-10 meters tall with smooth to peeling bark. Fruits are round or oval, 4-12 cm long, with green-to-yellow skin enclosing white or pink fleshy pulp and many small hard seeds; they have a strong, lemon-like aroma. The plant thrives in various soils but prefers well-drained, fertile ground in warm climates.​ Nutritional Profile Raw guava is 81% water, rich in vitamin C (over 200% daily value per 100g), dietary fiber, potassium, folate, and antioxidants like lycopene. It provides about 68 calories per 100g with low fat and moderate protein. Leaves are also edible, often brewed into tea for their bioactive compounds.​ Culinary Uses Guavas are eaten fresh, in salads, or processed into jams, jellies, juices, preserves like ...