Not a Juice Cleanse, Just a Vibe: 5 Juices I Actually Drink for Glow & Gut Health

I’m always trying to get my nutrients straight from the source — no powders, no mystery blends, just real-deal fruits and veggies. (Side note: I definitely take my vitamins, but I’d rather eat a cucumber than drink something that tastes like blended grass.) And the easiest and let’s be real, cutest way to get those nutrients in? Juicing.

I’ve always loved playing around with fruit and veggie combos until I land on that perfect mix. It’s like a mini ritual that makes me feel good before I even take a sip.

Just to be clear: these aren’t meant to replace meals. Trust me, I used to be that juice detox girly now the most I’ll do is a one-day reset if my gut needs some love. These juices are for sipping by the pool, grabbing on the way to work, powering up before the gym, or scrolling through TikTok.

They're here to support you — your glow, your gut, and your sanity — one sip at a time.

1. Glow Juice

for radiant skin + that sunkissed vibe (I am pale & don't mix well with sun)

Ingredients:

• 3 large carrots

• 1 inch fresh ginger

• 1 orange (peeled)

Why I love it: Carrots are loaded with beta-carotene (hello, natural glow), and the combo of ginger + orange brightens you from the inside out while supporting your immune system. I swear this helps me tan better — or at least feel like I am.

2. The Clean Sweep

for digestion + bloat

Ingredients:

• 5-6 stalks of celery

Why I love it: So simple. So effective. I drink this first thing in the morning on an empty stomach when I need to feel squeaky clean from the inside out. That flat-belly energy? This is it.

3. Green Goddess Juice

for energy, immunity + gut health

Ingredients:

• A handful of spinach

• 3 celery stalks

• 1 green apple

• Juice of ½ lemon

• 1 inch ginger

• lemon grass

Why I love it: She’s a classic. The apple gives just enough sweetness, while the lemon + ginger keep things zesty. It tastes fresh and actually energizes me in a clean, non-caffeinated way.

4. Immunity Shot

a fiery wake-up call for your system

Ingredients:

• 2 inches fresh ginger

• Juice of ½ lemon

• ½ tsp turmeric

• Splash of apple cider vinegar or lemon grass (optional)

Why I love it: I call this my wellness espresso. Spicy, sharp, and straight to the point. If I feel a cold coming on or just want to feel alive, this is what I reach for.

5. Charcoal Lemonade Juice

for a post-weekend reset + bloat control

Ingredients:

• Juice of 1 lemon

• 1 cup cold water

• ½ tsp activated charcoal powder

• Optional: ½ tsp maple syrup or honey (agave also works)

Why I love it: A little moody, a little dramatic (very me) — and perfect after a night of salty food or wine. Activated charcoal helps with detoxing (just don’t drink it daily, with meds, or before a night of drinking TRUST MEEE), and the lemon keeps it crisp and fresh. I serve it over ice like a dark, mysterious lemonade.

Whether you're in your glowy girl era, on a gut health kick, or just need something refreshing that doesn’t come with a long list of fake ingredients these juices have your back.

Try one, remix them, make them yours and let me know which one you’re sipping this week. Your skin, gut, and inner wellness girly will thank you.