Health Benefits of Juicing
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Do you eat enough Fruits and Veggies?
Let's Face it! It's quite a challenge to eat the daily required amount of fruits and vegetables. There just is not enough time in the day. Well, probably more due to the fact that it is just too inconvenient.
In our hustle and bustle lifestyles, we are just too much in a hurry to take the time to take care of ourselves. As we all know vegetables and fruits are so good for us. They contain all kinds of vitamins and nutrients to strengthen and protect our bodies. A well-balanced diet is the key to good health, No question about it.
There are many types of vegetable juices available at the supermarket today, so your choices are endless. But all this comes at a price. These juices are expensive. However buying the vegetables and fruits are expensive too. Your health is priceless.
Is it just easier to pour yourself a glass of juice then eat vegetables?
Yes, for most of us it is. For many, it is difficult to eat vegetables in the first place due to the fact that they just don't like them. So swallowing a glass of juice would do the job much faster.
Are the Heath Benefits of Juicing the same as eating the
raw fruit or vegetable as drinking it?
There is really nothing better then the real thing. However, if you are more inclined to drink your veggies then eat them, then bottoms up. There is really no wrong or right answer here. The bottom line is do whatever it takes to motivate yourself to add more fruits and vegetables to your diet for a healthy you.
Another factor to consider is the type of juicer you will be using. The best hands down juicer on the market is a Masticating Juicer.
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How do you size up?
The Food Pyramid Suggests
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Veggies 3 to 5 servings per day & Fruits 2 to 4 servings per day.
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So you ask, What is a Masticating Juicer?
It almost sounds like a bad word, but don't worry it's not.
Basically, these types of juicers actually extract the juice out from the product by chewing and grinding. A masticating juicer is not as fast as a centrifugal juicer, but this is actually good because the process does not cause excessive heat which in turn would diminish the nutrient value. Another important point is, The waste is minimal, all that is left is a dry pulp. You use less product which in the end saves you money. Last but not least, nothing chews up leafy greens as well as a masticating juicer. To learn more information on What is a Masticating Juicer, please click here.
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The Omega 8006 is an Absolute Dream! First of all it comes with a 15-year warranty. Extremely easy to use with a powerful commercial motor, no foaming, no clogging or heat build up. This juicer is so quiet and has an auto pulp ejection function for continuous juicing.
To see more information on the omega 8006
please visit Mastercating Juicer Reviews.
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The Kuvings Silent Juicer will meet all your needs. From Wheatgrass to carrots, it will get the job done. Designed to fit on your counter-top, it is the quietest juicer in the market today. This juicer presses and extract instead of grinding which helps to maintain all the nutrients and enzymes providing you with a healthy glass of juice.
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Omega VRT350 is a Heavy Duty Dual-Stage Vertical Single Auger Low Speed Juicer. It was designed to be compact to fit on most counter-tops and has a spout for easy of pouring another for ejecting the pulp. Innovative auto cleansing system which actually works.
To see more information on the omega VRT 350 please visit Mastercating Juicer Reviews.
Dr. Gadget
Health Benefits of Wheatgrass
So What's up with this Wheatgrass?
It has been said that; "Wheatgrass is like a
Fountain of Youth"
Allergies Clear Up, Gray Hairs Vanish, Colds and illnesses Disappear Forever.
Could it be true?
These are some of the accolades associated with adding Wheatgrass to your diet. Sounds a bit like a pipe dream, doesn't it. The magic component in Wheatgrass is Chlorophyll. Chlorophyll is said to build red blood cells quickly and bring the blood pressure down. It is high Vitamins B,C,E and carotene which rid the body of free radicals. Read more about the benefits of adding Wheatgrass to your diet by clicking here.
Benefits of Juicing
Wheatgrass
Centrifugal Juicers
A Centrifugal Juicer is the most common type of juicer and the ones you most likely see in department stores. These juicers spin at extremely high speeds and during the spinning motion, the vegetables are ground to a pulp. The spinning motion then forces the juice away from the pulp. Centrifugal juicers are extremely fast, but tend to be a bit loud. Insert the vegetables and fruits into the chute and then pour it right into a cup and drink, its as easy as that.
Breville 800JEXL Juice Fountain Elite
Hamilton Beach Big Mouth
Kuvings NJ-9500U Centrifugal Juice Extractor
Breville Juice Fountain Elite
DO NOT STORE JUICES LONGER
THAN A 24 HOUR PERIOD.
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Dr. Oz's Green Drink
Jumpstart your Morning!!!

- Serves: 3-4 Servings
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
Dr Oz swears by this drink, it is high in fiber, low in calories and rick in vitamins. And easy to make!
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Ingredients
- 2 cups Spinach
- 2 cups Cucumber
- 1 head of Celery
- 1/2 inch or teaspoon Ginger Root
- 1 bunch Parsley
- 2 Apples
- Juice of 1 Lime
- Juice of 1/2 Lemon
Instructions
Combine all ingredients in juicer. This makes approximately 28-30 ounces.
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Free Juice Recipes
The Hangover JuiceUnfortunately this happens. What you need to do to counteract the effects, is get some Calcium and magnesium into your body, which comes from the cauliflower and broccoli. These veggies can help prevent and relieve headaches. If your headache continues repeat. Vitamin C helps detox your system.
1 Cup cauliflower
1 Cup broccoli
1 Apple
Heartburn Relief
Soothe the effects of heartburn. These highly alkaline produce neutralize the acidic environment.
1 Cup Spinach
6 Carrots
Orange Carrot
8 Large Fresh Cleaned Carrots
2 Large Fresh Peeled Oranges
Beet Juice
The color of this juice is a stunner, but don't spill it because it will stain. Delicious.
2 beets,
2 carrots
1 apple, quartered and cored
1 inch ginger
Apple Grape - Grapes are an excellent way to sweeten up any juice, just tossing a few in will improve the flavor greatly. Grapes and Apples are a terrific duo and taste great together.
3 Granny Smith apples, quartered and cored
1 Cup seedless green grapes
1 Thin wedge lemon, peeled
The Green Carrot
The Dark Green Color is an excellent source of Chlorophyll. Simply Juice the Cukes with their skins on.
1 Cup of spinach
1/2 Cucumber
2 Stalks of celery including leaves
3 Carrots
1/2 Apple
Wake Me UP
2 1/2 Apples
1/2 Cucumber
1 inch of Ginger
Don't forget to share your favorite juicing recipe. Click here to get to the the recipe exchange.
Recipe Exchange
Are you a juicer? Tell us what your favorite recipe is.
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christie11
Apr 19, 2012 @ 5:31 pm | delete
- Great lens! I am a juicer. I like to juice grapefruit with ginger in the morning, yummy! What is your favorite juicer?
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Can Juicing help you to Lose Weight?
Juice cleanses the body and helps to flush out toxins which gradually build up in our systems over time. So can you lose weight with Juicing. Probably, but just lowering your caloric intake and exercise is the real key to your success in losing weight. If you enjoy juice, why not add it to your daily routine and reap the rewards of the health benefits. Juice fasting diets have been said to increase metabolism. Before beginning any type of diet, it is wise to consult with your physician.
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Do you juice? Are you thinking about improving your health by juicing? Please share your thoughts.
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christie11
Apr 19, 2012 @ 5:31 pm | delete
- opps I think I put my comment in the wrong section. My favorite for a morning drink is grapefruit and ginger. What is your favorite juicer?
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randomthings
Apr 15, 2012 @ 2:11 pm | delete
- Excelllent lens! Lots of good information. Thanks!
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ItayasDesigns
Mar 20, 2012 @ 2:43 am | delete
- I haven't juiced in a long while but I'm sure I will again soon. I do make vegetable smoothies though. Great article and wonderful recipes! :)
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JoshK47
Jan 23, 2012 @ 9:56 am | delete
- I absolutely love juice - I don't juice myself, but I've been seriously considering starting. Blessed by a SquidAngel!
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CherryTriggerCola
Jan 22, 2012 @ 5:38 pm | delete
- Nice article. Nice flow of words and pictures.
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