Evelyn Roux is a nutritionist and dietician with over 15 years of experience helping busy moms navigate the world of nutrition and wellness. With a diploma in nutrition and food science, she honed her skills and knowledge in creating practical, family-friendly meal plans and strategies that fit seamlessly into hectic lifestyles. Her passion for nutrition began after watching her mom struggle for years to control her weight. Her book new book “The Complete Juicing Cookbook for Beginners: Your Essential Guide to Delicious, Low-Sugar Juice Recipes to Manage Blood Sugar and Achieve Your Weight Goals” empowers readers to take control of their health without sacrificing the joy of delicious drinks. (Amazon, 2024)

“The Complete Juicing Cookbook for Beginners” is an indispensable guide for anyone needing information about diabetes management while seeking nutritious, delicious juice options. It introduces you to the power of juicing that can help you “fuel your body, stabilize your blood sugar, and revitalize your health.” The author begins with outlining the different types of diabetes, the impact that commercial juices have on blood sugar levels, and the benefits of low sugar juicing. Along with recipes, she gives information on how to choose the right equipment, how to prepare the ingredients, and choosing the right juice to fit your lifestyle.

The recipes are thoughtfully put together to include low-glycemic fruits and vegetables, ensuring they won’t cause sudden spikes in blood sugar. From refreshing citrus blends to vibrant green juices packed with antioxidants, each recipe is easy to follow, accompanied by nutritional information per serving.

The book is divided into 17 chapters that include:

Introduction
Understanding Diabetes and Juicing
Benefits of Low-Sugar Juicing
Top Ingredients to Juice
Some Juicing Guidelines
Detoxifying Juice Recipes
Morning Juice Recipes
Post-Workout Juice Recipes
Soothing Evening Blends
Gut Health Juice Recipes
Chia Juice Blends
Nut Milk Juices
Nutritional Information Charts
Measurement Conversion Chart
Common Questions About Juicing for Diabetics
Conclusion
What to Do With Your Juicer Pulp

Overall, Roux emphasizes the versatility of juicing as part of a balanced diabetic diet, making it accessible for beginners and seasoned juicers alike. As someone who is conscious about reducing waste in the kitchen, I especially appreciate the chapter on what to do with the juicer pulp, which includes recipes for making smoothies, baby food, pet food, compost, veggie burgers, broth, and popsicles. Whether you’re looking to kickstart your mornings with a nutritious juice or incorporate more fruits and vegetables into your diet, “The Complete Diabetic Juicing Cookbook for Beginners” offers a wide variety of options. It’s a must-have for anyone looking to enhance their health through mindful juicing practices.

*The author was contacted for an honest review of this book. The views and opinions expressed here belong solely to her.