Is Juicing Healthy? It absolutely is, if done correctly.
* Now, for sake of clarity, the word "juicing" in this writing refers to both juicing AND making smoothies, unless differentiated.
(In reality, juicing refers to the separation of the pulp from the liquid of plants for the purpose of drinking the liquid.
Smoothies are drinks made from emulsified plant material, where the fiber is retained in the drink.
) Juicing has gotten a lot of attention in recent years.
As people seek ways to improve their health, lose weight and feel better they have tuned in to the infomercials and the fitness fanatics who got this started as a part of a lifestyle.
But just as it has gotten positive attention, it has also been a topic of concern for many experts in the nutrition space.
Why? Because juicing is meant to supplement a diet, not become the sole source of nutrition.
Many people have taken juicing (including smoothies) to extremes.
Juices aren't meant to take the place of whole foods; we need the bulk fiber that they provide.
Humans are meant to eat, as well as drink.
With that said, juicing can provide valuable nutrients that we need.
Today, toxins, as well as emotional and physical stress, all take a toll on our bodies like never before.
More chemicals are put on and in foods that we then ingest than ever.
Add stress and our bodies are constantly recovering and repairing.
This can only be properly done if the cells have what they need to repair, and the body can get rid of toxins.
Plants - a variety of raw plant nutrition, with live enzymes - help the body do this.
So, is juicing healthy? It can help provide the antioxidants, and vitamins and minerals the body needs to promote health.
Some people may ask how to start juicing.
No fancy equipment is needed to make a fruit and vegetable smoothie.
A blender will do the trick.
However, it does help to have a juicer machine if you want to get into juice extraction.
If you have a blender, start with smoothies and see if you like how you feel.
Decide what your goals are, plan a menu for a week, get the produce, and get busy! It can only help you feel better! *Note: Any person who has diabetes, other concerns with blood sugar or other major dietary concerns, should consult their doctor prior to changing their diet by adding juicing or blending.