One of the most frequently asked questions I hear is “what is the difference between juicing and blending?” That is usually closely followed by “which is better, juices or smoothies?” My answer? It depends! Both juices and smoothies have a place in a healthy plant-based diet. Here are the differences and some things to consider [...]
The humble vegetable usually left behind on the veggie tray or ignored on a plate of wings has suddenly become a celebrity. People everywhere are now drinking celery juice every morning – 16 oz. of it on an empty stomach. Many people love plain celery juice. Others find it intolerable, reporting nausea and other discomforts. [...]
Q: "Is it true that the pulp is where all the important nutrients are, yet juicers only extract the juice?" A: I hear variations of this often, that the pulp that is discarded is where all (or most of) the nutrients are, and that when you juice you are essentially throwing away the most important part [...]
Want strong healthy bones? Put down the dairy and enjoy a refreshing, mineral packed green juice instead. Eating your veggies and drinking fresh green juices significantly reduces the rate of bone loss, and can even help rebuild bone. Today I’m going to share with you a delicious bone-building green juice recipe. It’s made from ingredients [...]
Looking for a potent anti-cancer juice recipe? This "juice bomb" is made from fruits and vegetables with anti-cancer and anti-inflammatory properties. Researchers estimate that our bodies experience an average of 800 incidents of DNA damage per hour (19,200 per day!) DNA damage can cause mutations that give rise to cancer if not repaired. Fortunately, what [...]
Almost all of my green juices start with a cucumber. Cucumber juice provides a lot of volume, making it an economical choice for the base of a green juice. But there are so many more health benefits to cucumber juice! Here are the many reasons to include this humble garden veggie in your fresh green juice recipes. [...]
This beautiful red juice is a classic. Apples, beetroot and carrots make a lip smacking combo that is sure to stay in high rotation on your juicing menu. The addition of fresh ginger and some lemon give it that special zing with each nourishing sip. Apple Juice Benefits I generally choose a crisp red organic [...]
This gorgeous and delicious, garnet-hued juice is made possible by two nutrition superstars - red cabbage and organic red grapes. Red cabbage is a cruciferous vegetable, and possibly one of the healthiest foods on earth. Cabbage juice is known for healing ulcers and relieving the symptoms of bowel diseases such as IBS and Chron's. Because [...]
This light green juice is a refreshing and nourishing addition to your day. It's a wonderfully hydrating choice for breaking your fast first thing in the morning, and it also works well as an afternoon pick me up. Cucumber Juice Health Benefits Most of my green juices include some cucumber. Being 95% water, they provide [...]
Drinking a fresh juice each day as part of a whole food, plant-based lifestyle is a delicious way to ensure maximum nutrition for a healthy body full of energy. You may have already established your daily juice practice, or you may be striving to stick with this new healthy habit. When you are at home, [...]
