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It seems like everyone in my office is sick this week. While many of my co-workers seem to be suffering from flu-like symptoms I have a nasty cold. I hate being sick. Yes, it gives me an opportunity to re-watch Veronica Mars and sleep an extraordinary amount, but it also comes with a constant dripping nose, aches, and tiredness that are not pleasant. So, when I am sick I make this juice, which has become my go-to natural remedy that I pair with lots of dark leafy greens. I love this recipe because it makes me feel better every time but I have to warn you that it is not a recipe that you make friends with – it contains one clove of raw pressed garlic. For some reason, Mike is never sick when I am sick and he groans whenever I make this juice. I guess when your nose is not plugged up the smell of raw garlic is pretty strong.
This recipe is adapted from Rebar’s liver quiver juice recipe. And as a super plus, it is easy to make when you have no energy.
- 1 grapefruit
- 1 lemon
- 1-3 oranges (or orange juice) *to taste
- 1 clove garlic
- 1 pinch cayenne pepper
Juice the grapefruit, lemon and oranges. Strain out the pulp (or leave it in) and combine the juices in a glass. Crush one clove of garlic in a garlic press and then combine with the juice. Add a pinch of cayenne pepper.
It is best to drink this fast in big gulps then get back to the couch. That first season of Veronica Mars is not going to re-watch itself.
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