Anti Inflammatory Fresh Orange Juice
Few things deliver a more immediate hit of brightness than a glass of freshly squeezed orange juice, and this one is about as pure and powerful as it gets. Oranges are loaded with vitamin C and natural antioxidants that actively work to calm inflammation in the body, making this a genuinely functional drink rather than just a sweet treat. The process is refreshingly simple — halve, press, strain, and sip — so there are no hidden additives, preservatives, or processed sugars sneaking in the way they do with most store-bought bottles. A small pinch of salt is optional but worth trying, as it subtly rounds out the citrus flavor without adding anything that undermines the clean ingredient list. Serve it immediately after juicing to catch the juice at peak freshness, when the beneficial compounds are most intact. It's the kind of recipe that proves the best things really do require the least effort.
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2 servings
- 4 large navel or valencia oranges
- 1 pinch salt (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Halve 4 large oranges crosswise. Press each half firmly onto a citrus juicer and twist to extract the juice, working over a measuring cup or bowl until all halves are juiced — you should have about 2 cups of juice.
- 2
Pour the juice through a fine-mesh strainer into glasses to remove seeds and excess pulp, or skip the strainer if you prefer pulpy juice. Add a pinch of salt, if using, and stir briefly. Serve immediately.