These wellness shots are the gut health recipes that WILL transform your morning routine (even without an expensive juicer!) – just your blender and 5 minutes. Save this for powerful anti inflammation morning shots with carrot, celery, and lemon ginger that deliver real results. Pure liquid nutrition that transforms your day in just one sip!
I still remember my first meeting with these shots.
I’m walking through London’s trendy streets with my friend Emma, jet-lagged and honestly feeling pretty rough after a long flight. My skin looked dull, I was exhausted, and all I wanted was to crawl back to bed.
Then Emma dragged me into this tiny wellness café, and I was immediately impressed. The place was filled with plants, and mason jars filled with colorful liquids lined the counter. There was a palpable energy that made you feel…alive.
“Trust me,” she said, and ordered two bright green shots that looked like liquid emeralds. “Just drink it.”
I was skeptical (I mean, it looked like lawn clippings!), but one sip and WOW. It was like someone flipped a switch inside me. Within minutes, I felt this incredible surge of energy, my brain fog lifted, and it seemed that my skin started glowing from the inside out. That moment changed everything for me. Now I’m totally hooked on wellness shots))). They’re a key part of my daily routine, just like my “survival kit for perimenopause” as I call it (you know, when you’re over 40, it’s crucial to give your body ALL the support it needs).
What Makes Wellness Shots So Amazing?
Wellness shots are basically liquid vitamins, but way better than most of supplement you’d find in a bottle. When you juice fresh ingredients, you’re getting:
Pure, bioavailable nutrition – your body absorbs liquid nutrients almost instantly (no waiting for pills to dissolve!)
Concentrated benefits – you’re getting the nutritional power of pounds of vegetables and fruits in just one tiny shot
Fresh enzymes – these help your digestion and boost your energy naturally
No fillers or artificial stuff – just pure, whole food nutrition
I love starting my morning with a wellness shot because I’m giving my body the best possible foundation for the day. As I’ve gotten older, I’ve realized how important it is to prioritize nutrition that actually works.
This simple morning ritual only takes a few seconds, but it has a huge impact on my whole day.
Wellness shots have become a key part of my self-care routine, as well as other must-have essentials after 40.
The best part? You can prepare these in advance! I make batches of 12 shots on Sunday afternoons (it’s become my favorite weekly ritual), store them in glass bottles, and grab one each morning. It takes about 20 minutes once a week, but the benefits last all week.
How to Make Perfect Wellness Shots
Every Sunday afternoon, I put on my favorite playlist, light a candle, and turn shot-prep into my little self-care session. Here’s my process:
Prep time: About 20-30 minutes (for all three recipes)
Storage: I use small glass bottles (2-3 oz each) and store them in the fridge
Timing: I alternate shot types each week – Green Detox one week, Retinol Glow the next, then Collagen Beauty
Of course it’s easy to juice all the ingredients. Just put everything in, press the button, and it’s ready!
The good news: You don’t need a fancy juicer (though this one costs almost nothing, but it IS soooo good!)
I’ve tried both methods, and honestly, the blender method works just as well and saves you hundreds of dollars.
What you’ll need (without a juicer):
- High-speed blender (regular blenders work too, just blend a bit longer)
- Fine mesh strainer OR nut milk bag OR triple-layered cheesecloth
- Large bowl
- Small glass bottlesSmall glass bottles for storage (2-3 oz each)
The basic method that works for ALL shots:
- Prep your ingredients – wash everything thoroughly, peel lemons and oranges, remove any tough stems from ginger and turmeric
- Add to blender in this order – pour in coconut water first (this helps the blades move), then add soft ingredients (spinach, berries), finally add hard ingredients (carrots, ginger, turmeric)
- Blend thoroughly – blend on high speed until completely smooth, about 60-90 seconds
- Strain carefully – place your strainer over a large bowl and pour the blended mixture through, pressing the pulp with a spoon to extract maximum juice
- Store properly – divide among small sealable bottles, allowing 60 ml (2 fl oz) per shot
Pro tips from my year of shot-making:
- Always strain twice for the smoothest consistency
- Start with less ginger if you’re sensitive to heat – you can always add more next time
- Taste as you go! Sometimes I add an extra squeeze of lemon if I want more brightness
- Store shots in the fridge for up to 5 days maximum
- Shake before drinking – separation is totally normal!
The Green Detox Shot
This is definitely my favorite morning shot. It’ll gently wake up your whole system!
Recipe for 12 shots:
- 1 big head of celery
- 1 fresh root of ginger
- 1 big cucumber
- 1 lemon
- 1 green apple
- 1 cup fresh spinach
- 475ml coconut water
Why this combination is pure magic:
Celery is incredibly hydrating and packed with electrolytes – nature’s sports drink! Plus, it has these amazing compounds that help reduce inflammation throughout your whole body.
Ginger boosts digestion and energy. It gets your metabolism going, helps with any morning nausea, and has powerful anti-inflammatory properties.
Cucumber adds extra hydration (our skin LOVES this!) and helps flush out toxins. When I first started making these shots, I was amazed at how effective they were for boosting immunity – so much so that I created a whole guide on making the perfect immunity shot recipe (with secret ingredient that boost it up to 10 times!).
Lemon provides vitamin C for immune system support! It also helps your liver do its detox work more effectively.
Green apple provides natural sweetness and fiber, plus quercetin (a powerful antioxidant that’s amazing for your skin).
Spinach brings iron, folate, and chlorophyll – that beautiful green pigment that helps oxygenate your blood.
Coconut water ties everything together with natural electrolytes and a subtle tropical sweetness. It’s got a lot of potassium, which helps keep blood pressure in check and makes sure your muscles are working right. Coconut water is different from regular water because it has natural enzymes that help with digestion and make it easier for your body to absorb nutrients.
The result? Less puffiness, clearer skin, better digestion, and energy that lasts all day without the crash. I call this my “give me energy” shot!
The Retinol Glow Shot
This golden beauty is pure liquid sunshine – and nature’s answer to expensive skincare! I call this my “glow from within” shot)).
Recipe for 12 shots:
- 1 bag organic carrots
- 1 lemon
- 2 oranges
- 100g fresh ginger
- 2 small turmeric roots (or 2 tsp powder)
- pinch of black pepper (for max turmeric power!)
- 475ml coconut water
Why this shot is a game-changer for your skin:
Carrots are absolutely PACKED with beta-carotene, which your body converts to vitamin A – the same active ingredient in those expensive retinol creams! But this is way gentler and works from the inside out.
The combination of lemon and ginger creates incredible vitamin C and anti-inflammatory benefits that help boost collagen production naturally. During my perimenopause journey, I’ve discovered that certain natural ingredients can make a huge difference in how we feel and look – which is why turmeric and ginger have become part of my daily routine, along with other best perimenopause supplements that support overall hormone balance.
Fresh turmeric delivers amazing benefits for your skin. It reduces inflammation, helps with acne, and gives you that natural glow that no highlighter can replicate.
Coconut water provides the perfect hydrating base with natural electrolytes that help your skin stay plump and radiant. The potassium in coconut water also supports circulation, which means better nutrient delivery to your skin cells.
I started drinking this shot regularly about six months ago, and people constantly ask me what I’m using on my skin. The answer? This shot! My complexion is clearer, more even, and has this natural radiance that I never had before.
Pro tip: Turmeric can stain (learned this the hard way!), so wear an apron and be careful with light-colored clothes.
The Collagen Beauty Shot
This pretty pink-violet shot is pure luxury in a glass – and tastes amazing while working better than the most expensive beauty supplement!
Recipe for 12 shots:
- 2 oranges
- 2 medium beets (fresh, steamed or baked)
- 2 big ginger roots
- A generous handful of mixed berries
- 475ml coconut water
- 1 scoop collagen powder (marine or vegan)
Why this combination is absolutely incredible:
Beets support your liver in eliminating toxins, which directly shows up as clearer, brighter skin. Plus, they give this shot the most gorgeous pink-ish color!
Berries are packed with antioxidants. They fight free radicals (hello, anti-aging!), support collagen production, and protect your skin from environmental damage.
Oranges provide vitamin C, which is essential for collagen synthesis. Your body literally cannot make collagen without vitamin C!
The collagen powder gives you those building blocks your skin needs for elasticity, plumpness, and that “bounce-back” quality we all want.
This collagen powder is amazing! The peptides are already broken down into smaller molecules that your body can absorb right away. Unlike whole collagen proteins from food, collagen peptides bypass digestion and go straight to work rebuilding your skin, hair, nails, and joints. I use marine collagen because it has the smallest molecular structure, making it the most bioavailable form available.
Coconut water helps your body absorb all these nutrients while giving your cells the hydration they need. The natural enzymes in coconut water help your digestive system process and use the collagen peptides more efficiently.
I’ve been drinking this shot for five months now, and I swear my fine lines are less noticeable. My skin feels firmer, more hydrated, and has this healthy flush that makes me feel confident even without makeup.
The Magic is in the Consistency
Here’s what I’ve noticed after making wellness shots part of my daily routine for almost a year:
- My energy is so much more stable throughout the day. No more 3 PM crashes or needing that third cup of coffee.
- My skin has completely transformed. It’s clearer, more radiant, and people constantly comment on my “glow.”
- My digestion improved dramatically. I feel lighter, less bloated, and everything just works better.
- I get sick way less often. When everyone around me is catching colds, I stay healthy and energetic.
- My mood is more balanced. These shots give me this foundation of wellness that makes everything else easier.
The best part? Even on my busiest mornings, taking that one shot feels like I’m doing something incredibly loving for myself.
It’s my daily dose of self-care that takes literally 30 seconds but impacts my entire day.
Your Shot Journey Starts Now!
Which shot is calling to you? I always tell people to start with whichever one excites you most – when you’re genuinely excited about something, you’re way more likely to stick with it.
If you’re new to wellness shots, maybe start with the Green Detox (it’s the mildest flavor) or the Collagen Beauty (it tastes almost like a smoothie!).
If you’re dealing with skin issues or want that natural glow, go straight for the Retinol Glow shot.
And remember – we are not speaking about perfection here. Some weeks I make all my shots on Sunday, other weeks I make them fresh each morning. Some days I drink them first thing, other days I have them as an afternoon pick-me-up. Find what works for YOUR life.
What matters is that you’re giving your body these incredible nutrients and creating a ritual that makes you feel amazing.
Have you tried wellness shots before? I’d love to hear about your favorites in the comments – or if you try one of these recipes, please let me know how it goes! There’s nothing I love more than hearing about your wellness journeys.
Here’s to glowing from the inside out!
Sofi