First trimester

The first pregnancy trimester is marked by fatigue, nausea and vomiting, and lack of energy. It is vital that pregnant women consume folate to prevent birth defects, along with calcium and vitamins C, A, and E.

Second trimester

The second pregnancy trimester is often the easiest, but it can be accompanied by heartburn. Consuming iron-rich foods as well as lots of calcium help with that and the embryo’s development. If you develop gestational diabetes during this trimester, cut down on your sugar and carbohydrate intake.

Third trimester

The third pregnancy trimester is a time to help the baby grow and reduce the risk of complications. Consume iron, calcium, and vitamins D, E, C, and A during this time period.

Experts recommend letting beetroot juice sit for at least 2 hours before drinking.

The best pregnancy juices

Section 1. #1 Beetroot juice

Beetroot juice has tons of health benefits for pregnant women. However, keep your daily consumption between ¼ or ½ a beetroot. If you feel the juice is too strong, mix it with carrot juice and/or water.

Benefits of Beetroot Juice:

• Prevents iron deficiency and anemia. Beetroot juice is one of the best pregnancy juices to help boost iron, which the fetus needs for development.
• Naturally fights constipation, which is common during pregnancy.
• Lowers blood pressure, reducing the risk of premature delivery and other complications during pregnancy.

Section 2. #2 Carrot Juice

Carrots are rich in beta-carotene, iron, magnesium, B vitamins, potassium, magnesium, and more. Pregnant women shouldn’t consume more than a glass of carrot juice daily.

Benefits of Carrot Juice:

• Improves skin. Skin changes are one of the side effects of pregnancy. Carrot juice reduces scarring, hydrates the skin, and evens out skin tone.
• Good for teeth, hair, nails
• Aids digestion. Digestive problems during pregnancy are commonplace and they can get worse during the later stages of pregnancy due to pressure applied to the uterus by the growing baby.
• Reduces blood pressure

Section 3. #3 Cucumber Juice

Cucumbers are great sources of vitamins A and C, potassium, manganese, and folate. The best cucumbers for juicing are firm to the touch and have a dark color.

Benefits of Cucumber Juice:

• Regulates blood pressure. Minerals and sodium in cucumbers help regulate blood pressure.
• Tightens skin.
• Is a diuretic and prevents swelling, which can become a problem during the third pregnancy trimester.
• Teeth and gum problems. Cucumber juice neutralizes the acids in the mouth, preventing gum and teeth problems that are very common during pregnancy.

Cucumber and apple juice:

1 large cucumber
½ apple

Section 4. #4 Pumpkin Juice

Pumpkin juice is rich in beta-carotene, vitamins A and C, potassium, magnesium, and more.

Benefits of Pumpkin Juice

• Reduces swelling
• Controls nausea during the first trimester
• Reduces blood sugar levels
• Aids with constipation
• Helps with insomnia

Section 5. #5 Orange Juice

Orange juice is well-known and very popular for pregnant women, but commercial orange juice does not come close to freshly made juice from organic oranges. Orange juice can cause heartburn so do not consume large amounts.

Benefits of Orange Juice:

• Good source of vitamin C, which protects the immune system and is vital during pregnancy. Drink orange juice with iron-rich fodds to increase absorption of the minerals.
• Best source of folate, which prevents birth defects and is important during the first trimester.

Section 6. #6 Apple Juice

Fruit juices contain lots of fructose which may cause a rise in blood sugar levels. Half a glass of apple juice daily is adequate for most pregnant women.

Benefits of Apple Juice:

• Helps fight sleeping disorders
• Strengthens the immune system
• Lowers cholesterol
• Improves skin

Orange apple juice:

3 oranges
1 apple