There's no denying the supreme health benefits of juicing. Not only will a glass of freshly squeezed juice kick-start your morning, it will improve your overall health and well being. But did you know that juicing can actually prevent cardiovascular disease, cancer, and osteoporosis?
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Total Juicer Pro from Viatek Consumer Products Group is a slow juicer that produces more juice and retains up to 60% more vitamins than ordinary juicers. It is designed with an augur mechanism that presses the juice, rather than grating or shredding. Because it operates at a low-speed, vegetables and fresh fruit retain more heat-sensitive vitamins like vitamin C. A glass of freshly squeezed juice offers an abundance of minerals, enzymes, phytonutrients, and antioxidants that help remove some of the toxins we are exposed to every day.
The difference between real fruit juice and the juice found in stores:
The juice that you purchase at the supermarket is combined with artificial flavors and sweeteners. Real fruit juice, on the other hand is packed with nutrients and antioxidants that keep you healthy and fight disease.
Some antioxidants found in fruits/veggies:
Polyphenol:
A powerful antioxidant widely distributed in plant foods.
Lycopene:
According to cancer.org, "Lycopene is an antioxidant compound that gives tomatoes and certain other fruits and vegetables their color. It is one of the major carotenoids in the diet of North Americans and Europeans. Furthermore, "lycopene may lower the risk of heart disease, lower cholesterol, enhance the body's defenses and protect enzymes, DNA, and cellular fats."
Beta carotene:
Beta-carotene is a member of the carotenoids. Carotenoids are highly pigmented, fat-soluble compounds found in many vegetables including: carrots, sweet potatoes, squash, spinach, and green peppers.
Flavonoid:
This powerful antioxidant, according to psychologytoday.com, "has antihistamine, antimicrobial, memory, and even mood enhancing properties." Generally speaking, if you are looking for fruits or vegetables with flavonoids, the more deeply-hued the plants, the more flavonoids it contains. Some examples of flavonoids include: Apples, green tea, and pomegranates. (And red wine for you wine lovers out there.)
Other benefits of juicing include:
- The mind becomes more alert and creative. Nutrients found in fresh fruit juice help the mind revive.
- Juicing is quick and easy
- Juicing helps you lose weight faster.
- Juicing is economical.
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