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Juicing

KChristie976

I was wondering if anyone on here is really big into using a juicer. I just got one for xmas and trying to figure the best way to use it. I have been trying to do some research online. I also came across some people doing an only liquid diet for say 2 1/2 months and loosing a substantial amount of weight. I am just interested in others thoughts on this. Is it healthy to only be using a juicer for a few months and not eat any food?

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NormalSaneFLGuy

There are a few documentaries on juicing on netflix... you should watch it. Fat Sick and Nearly Dead

I can totally relate.
My diet was so miserably unhealthy that juicing was just the kick I needed to get things turned around.
It's a great healthy way to plug holes in a diet lacking in proper nutrition.
Good Luck!

speaking of plugging holes....

jstandfield

Juicing is the fastest way to get nutrients and minerals into your body short of a IV. I juice regularly after a cardio session and if I don't do cardio that day then I start the day with a juice. My regular is a hand full of spinach, 2 apples, a kiwi, 6 leaves of kale, ginger, and lemon. Once you use it you will develop your favorites. I don't understand why people are so cynical about juicing. Once you taste a "real" juice and not that processed stuff in the store you won't go back.

NormalSaneFLGuy

Thank you for the reply's those who were positive and constructive. I think I am gonna start easing into using the juicer and still have real food into my diet as well. I am so new to the whole idea of a juicer. Do you need to (for example) put in a cut up apple without the core or can you include the core as well? Also can you put things such as peanut butter into your juicer for protein?

And I am going to check out a few of the documentaries thank you for the great idea I am sure that will be very helpful.

You can pretty much put in anything that you want to eat. Personally, I'd avoid hard seeds if it's more of a blender type. There are types that strain as well and so that would be different. You'll need to experiment with whatever type that you have. Some people also add whey protein to it and make it their protein drink.

MissLuana

Freedomyou.com has a nice overview on juicing. It gives you recipes that aim at lowering BP, helps with cancer or natural juices. It tells you what each vegetable or fruit does for your body or overall health. Very informative. For example, did you know that cucumbers are a great way to cool your body down? Yep, learned that from freedomyou.com.

There is a spiritual section but I just kept with the facts.

deb3690

Be sure to watch the documentary "Fat Sick and Nearly Dead" for juicing ideas. He's a real advocate and has great ideas! He has a web site too http:\\www.fatsickandnearlydead.com what a great movement!

that being said, my friend with stomach bypass went into liquid diet immediately after surgery and had challenges getting back to solid food. It may have been more of an issue with the stomach surgery. He was getting cramps and vomiting from the solid food food after about 3 months of liquid. but he dropped an amazing 200+ pounds!

Try it and your body will let you know I think!

EatClean_WashUrNuts

Juicing is the fastest way to get nutrients and minerals into your body short of a IV.

Your statement is misleading. While specifically true about getting the nutrients into the body, the absorption rate, which I believe is what you are intending to imply, is not as good as eating food.

lhergenr

Also can you put things such as peanut butter into your juicer for protein?

No, you should only put fruit and vegetables through your juicer. PB would probably damage your juicer. If you want to add other things like PB or PB2 you should mix it in with the juice post juicing.

FlaxMilk

I would use juicing as a supplement to your day and not do any kind of extended juicing unless you can get adequate fat and protein in. But also-be aware that you may not enjoy the drinks. I really want to like fruit and vegetable juice from a juicer. I can't even choke it down.

missniwanda

Someone may have already suggested this, but the documentary "Fat, Sick & Nearly Dead" covers the potential benefits of a longer juice fast (60 days). of course it's just a couple of people's experience, but they really improved their overall health (both men in the film were taking steroids for a rare condition and their helath vastly improved with juicing). I've juiced for a day or two at a time and I had a friend who juiced for a couple of months and she felt fantastic. I say give it a shot one day at a time and see how you feel.

KChristie976

Thank you I am watching the documentary now

Excited to see how this works for me.

lhergenr

I would use juicing as a supplement to your day and not do any kind of extended juicing unless you can get adequate fat and protein in. But also-be aware that you may not enjoy the drinks. I really want to like fruit and vegetable juice from a juicer. I can't even choke it down.

What fruits and vegetables are you juicing? Some juices can taste really good. A go to of mine is spinach, apple, and some berries or maybe an apricot. It's delightful.

FlaxMilk

What fruits and vegetables are you juicing? Some juices can taste really good. A go to of mine is spinach, apple, and some berries or maybe an apricot. It's delightful.

I don't have a juicer, just ones I've bought at different restaurants. I can't remember the different flavors, but I've never found one I liked. Much to my chagrin. I love the idea of being able to get a bunch of veggies in at once.

Bobby__Clerici

What fruits and vegetables are you juicing? Some juices can taste really good. A go to of mine is spinach, apple, and some berries or maybe an apricot. It's delightful.

I don't have a juicer, just ones I've bought at different restaurants. I can't remember the different flavors, but I've never found one I liked. Much to my chagrin. I love the idea of being able to get a bunch of veggies in at once.

That's my original motivation for juicing.
I just can't manage to suffer through a plate of veggies.

melinda200208

For me I wouldnt be able to do a complete Juice fast. But, I LOVE my juicer. I make a "mean Green" every morning for breakfast. You can look it up online for the recipe. And I like to do the fuits for treats whenever I feel like one. I dont eat enough vegetables or fruit so this helps A Lot!! I love my juicer!! Enjoy yours

melinda200208

I didnt realize that people Juice things other than fruits and veggies. I would never juice a steak lol. I was just curious on what others have done with a juicer because I want to start using mine.

Yeah, I believe the juicers are really only meant for vegetables and fruits. There are alot of recipes online. Have fun with it!!

christy548

I use predominately as supplemental to my diet, because I find I'm not good about eating as many fruits and veggies every day. I do occasionally do a detox or reboot for 5-7 days and only drink juice and water. There are a lot of great resources on the internet for good recipies, what to mix and what not to, etc. Here are a few good websites I've come across:

http://rabbitfoodformybunnyteeth.com/category/juicing-2/
http://fatsickandnearlydead.com/
http://www.fernsnutrition.com/juicer_recipes.htm
http://urbanbushbabes.com/2012/03/my-favorite-juicing-recipe-the-benefits/

It's really good for you and despite a lot of the myths that you're not getting all the benefits from them (which is true to an extent) you're still taking in more than you likely would had you not juiced them. I certainly don't eat an entire bunch of kale and spinach in one day, but if I use it in a juice, I do.

kmcdonald14

I've done several successful juicing cleanses after watching Fat, Sick and Nearly Dead, and usually juice one to two times daily to maximize my macro/micro nutrient intake.

My weight has crept up and I'm planning to kick start my weight loss with a 10-15 day cleanse. You will feel awful at about day three, but push past it and you'll start feeling amazing. I do mostly juice and some cooked veggies or salads--just juice gets unsatisfying even when they taste great.

Spinach is my favorite vegetable to juice, and it's got lots of protein. If you're balancing your juices, you will meet all of your nutritional needs (if not exceed them). Don't let people dissuade you--they're not experts and there is tons of good information out there. Many people with chronic illnesses find their problems become healed when juicing regularly.

Juice on!

superhippiechik

I love my juicer and use it all the time. I'll make just juice, like apple or pear, or I'll make combinations like carrot apple and ginger. If I'm trying to make it as a real meal replacement I will use the juice that I justmade and add it to a blender to make a smoothie with maybe banana and/or peanut butter or vegetable protein. the person who said they added waffles and other non fruit or veggie items was just being a jerk. If you want more recipes inbox me I have a ton.
I have a recipe for juice pulp muffins as well so that you can still get the fiber that you extracted from the fruits and vegetables.

demilade

So if I'm tracking my juice do I actually track it as 3 carrots, 2 celery sticks, 1 apple etc?

Firefox7275

So if I'm tracking my juice do I actually track it as 3 carrots, 2 celery sticks, 1 apple etc?

No because you are not eating the whole produce - you are wasting a ton of nutrients if you juice which is why many experts only allow you to count juice as one serving of fruit/ veggies a day regardless of how much you drink. Measure the amount of juice you actually extract and drink. Blending is arguably healthier, you get all the fibre, all the vitamins, minerals and antioxidants but don't concentrate the sugars.

shelleyspots

A fresh glass of vegetable juice just feels great! I add spinach, carrots, ginger, beets, powdered wheat grass. yum. I also juice kale sometimes. Apples are great too. I enjoy a glass as a snack. It gives you a real energy boost and if you are putting the good stuff in your body, and you feel better, it's easier to eat better.

demilade

I actually find the taste quite disgusting but it's almost the only fruit/veg I get so it's that or nothing

Firefox7275

I actually find the taste quite disgusting but it's almost the only fruit/veg I get so it's that or nothing

If that is all you are getting try blending bright/ dark coloured fruits and veggies because these are more nutritious than apples or celery. I swear you cannot taste frozen spinach and avocado in a mixed berry smoothie, for example. Preferably retrain your tastebuds to accept or even enjoy fruits and vegetables in some form or another - be that soup, curries, stir fries, tomato sauce on pasta, fresh or dried produce in baking recipes. Don't wait until you get sick, like I did, to change your attitude.