Have you heard of Juice Plus+
kirdyq
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Does anybody take these capsules? I just wanted to get your opinion on how they work for you. My general practitioner recommended that I take these to help boost my immune system. I get sick frequently. She thought this would help me along the way, along with also giving up dairy which has been giving me issues.
Thanks!
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I have a friend who is a rep for juice plus+ she has lost an insane amount of weight by taking the fruit&veg pills and drinking shakes - I couldn't do it. She's allowed no dairy, plus if she's out for a meal with friends she has to start all over again.
Maybe just the pills are fine but I think they are also food supplements.
She still gets ill though...0 -
A friend of a friend did juice plus, she lost loads of weight... and then put it all back on over christmas when she ate normally...
why not just eat plenty of fruit and veg and take a multi vitamin?0 -
I take juice plus to boost my awful immune system. My whole family does, after my aunt used it throughout her chemotherapy and it made her feel tons better. She believes in it so much that she became a rep. I love it, idk what it has to do with weight loss but I've gotten sick way less since I've been taking them. I love it.0
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Juice plus isn't a weight loss product, it's not going to make you lose weight. It's simply a wholefood supplement...it doesn't replace food, or mean you can avoid fruit and vegies...there is a "meal replacement" type shake but I've not seen it advertised as something you'd use to lose weight and avoid real food.
I take the capsules and rarely get sick and have great recovery from workouts. Is that just juice plus? No...I eat a nutrient dense diet, predominantly wholefoods. Would I get the same benefit from a synthetic multivitamin? Who knows!0 -
Let me add 2 things:
They are suuuuper expensive. So keep that in mind.
Also, I don't take capsules, I take the chewables. I love them even more, bc now that I'm dieting, they taste like sweet fruit snacks. A little treat!0 -
Let me add 2 things:
They are suuuuper expensive. So keep that in mind.
Also, I don't take capsules, I take the chewables. I love them even more, bc now that I'm dieting, they taste like sweet fruit snacks. A little treat!
Hehe...that's cause they are sweet fruit snacks! I know people who have eaten all their kids chewables in a few days...0 -
I used to get ill a lot, then I joined here and started eating healthier, and hey presto, the constant colds stopped. You'd be amazed what a healthy diet will do.
I'm not suggesting that all supplements are bad, but these are very expensive; you are paying for the name. Buy a multivitamin or vitamin c tablets for a tenth of the price and they will have the exact same effect.0 -
I use the shakes and really like them, they are super yummy with soy milk, or blended with fruit, though I don't make them as strong as they recommend (which also makes them last longer as they are expensive).
There are lots of bad reviews about them online but to be honest I have had no side effects and do generally feel more awake, alert and have more energy when I take them. I don't use them as a whole meal replacement regularly (if I do I have the recommended dosage), I tend to use them in between meals and they keep hunger away for a few hours, or after a work out. My cravings for junk don't seem to be as bad when I don't have the shakes.
I'd echo what other people have said in that it isn't a weight loss product, its more about getting all your nutrients in, but if you are calorie counting you can use it as a meal replacement where you are going to struggle to stay within your daily limit or you are out on the move.
I've never used the tablets.0 -
I have a friend who's a rep and through FB I know WAY more about this stuff than I want to. I don't think it's supposed to be used as a diet plan. You're supposed to use it like you would a multivitamin and the shakes are to boost your fruit and veg intake, not to replace meals.A friend of a friend did juice plus, she lost loads of weight... and then put it all back on over christmas when she ate normally...
why not just eat plenty of fruit and veg and take a multi vitamin?
Anyway, I think it's better to just increase your intake of real fruits and vegetables. I very, very rarely get sick and usually (though this current cold is an exception) when I do, it lasts about two days. I just eat a big salad every day and have a smoothie with berries and a banana every night. I don't put any dairy in my smoothie -- just fruit, chocolate peanut butter and ice.0 -
Let me add 2 things:
They are suuuuper expensive. So keep that in mind.
Also, I don't take capsules, I take the chewables. I love them even more, bc now that I'm dieting, they taste like sweet fruit snacks. A little treat!
Hehe...that's cause they are sweet fruit snacks! I know people who have eaten all their kids chewables in a few days...
< The sloth eyes up his kid's gummy vitamins >
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Also wanted to add to my original post - I am not taking these to lose weight and/or replace food in my diet.
Thanks for all the comments everyone! I have purchased some and intend to give them a try for a while to see if they help me. I figure that adding extra fruits and vegetables on top of what I already get couldn't be a bad thing.
However, the cost of the pills is a big turnoff.
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I have a friend who's a rep and through FB I know WAY more about this stuff than I want to. I don't think it's supposed to be used as a diet plan. You're supposed to use it like you would a multivitamin and the shakes are to boost your fruit and veg intake, not to replace meals.A friend of a friend did juice plus, she lost loads of weight... and then put it all back on over christmas when she ate normally...
why not just eat plenty of fruit and veg and take a multi vitamin?
Anyway, I think it's better to just increase your intake of real fruits and vegetables. I very, very rarely get sick and usually (though this current cold is an exception) when I do, it lasts about two days. I just eat a big salad every day and have a smoothie with berries and a banana every night. I don't put any dairy in my smoothie -- just fruit, chocolate peanut butter and ice.
thats interesting, as the impression i got was it was meal replacement shakes for 2 meals and a healthy low carb tea - thats what she seemed to be doing anyway.0 -
I've been taking JP for over a year and love it! It has helped keep me healthy, no illnesses. I would recommend it!
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carol5047 - that is encouraging!0
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Blah blah blah SPAM
Real subtle, there, Jackie0 -
Do you say it juice plus plus? Why spell it out and the have the symbol too?0
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Do you say it juice plus plus? Why spell it out and the have the symbol too?
The + is silent. Sheeeeesh.....0 -
HAHAH!Do you say it juice plus plus? Why spell it out and the have the symbol too?
The + is silent. Sheeeeesh.....0 -
Juice Plus is the best change in my lifestyle I have ever made! Unfortunately the fruit, veg and berries haven't got the amount of vitamins, minerals and other nutrients in them as they are meant to due to the fact they haven't been picked at their ripest. All the fruit, veg and berries that go into Juice Plus are picked at their ripest so full with vitamins, minerals and other nutrients.
Also, the problem with vitamin supplements is that they are manmade and synthetic. How can that be healthy? If you're putting money into vitamin supplements then why not put money into real vitamins from real food.
If anyone has any questions about Juice Plus, fire away! 0 -
Juice Plus is the best change in my lifestyle I have ever made! Unfortunately the fruit, veg and berries haven't got the amount of vitamins, minerals and other nutrients in them as they are meant to due to the fact they haven't been picked at their ripest. All the fruit, veg and berries that go into Juice Plus are picked at their ripest so full with vitamins, minerals and other nutrients.
Also, the problem with vitamin supplements is that they are manmade and synthetic. How can that be healthy? If you're putting money into vitamin supplements then why not put money into real vitamins from real food.
If anyone has any questions about Juice Plus, fire away!
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Juice Plus is the best change in my lifestyle I have ever made! Unfortunately the fruit, veg and berries haven't got the amount of vitamins, minerals and other nutrients in them as they are meant to due to the fact they haven't been picked at their ripest. All the fruit, veg and berries that go into Juice Plus are picked at their ripest so full with vitamins, minerals and other nutrients.
Also, the problem with vitamin supplements is that they are manmade and synthetic. How can that be healthy? If you're putting money into vitamin supplements then why not put money into real vitamins from real food.
If anyone has any questions about Juice Plus, fire away!
Just heard this exact same pitch about Herbalife on another thread.0 -
well I can't change what I said due to that is all Juice Plus is. 0
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Unfortunately the fruit, veg and berries haven't got the amount of vitamins, minerals and other nutrients in them as they are meant to due to the fact they haven't been picked at their ripest.
The frozen was were ...0 -
I have a friend who's a rep and through FB I know WAY more about this stuff than I want to. I don't think it's supposed to be used as a diet plan. You're supposed to use it like you would a multivitamin and the shakes are to boost your fruit and veg intake, not to replace meals.A friend of a friend did juice plus, she lost loads of weight... and then put it all back on over christmas when she ate normally...
why not just eat plenty of fruit and veg and take a multi vitamin?
Anyway, I think it's better to just increase your intake of real fruits and vegetables. I very, very rarely get sick and usually (though this current cold is an exception) when I do, it lasts about two days. I just eat a big salad every day and have a smoothie with berries and a banana every night. I don't put any dairy in my smoothie -- just fruit, chocolate peanut butter and ice.
thats interesting, as the impression i got was it was meal replacement shakes for 2 meals and a healthy low carb tea - thats what she seemed to be doing anyway.
I know I'm late to this, and you may or may not see my response, but they DO have shakes now. However, I don't *think* they're meant as meal replacements in that sort of way. Doesn't mean people don't use them that way, though.
As for how it's pronounced, I actually don't know. Maybe it is Juice Plus Plus? I know how it's spelled. I can't remember if I've ever heard anyone who sells it say it out loud ...0 -
Juice Plus is the best change in my lifestyle I have ever made! Unfortunately the fruit, veg and berries haven't got the amount of vitamins, minerals and other nutrients in them as they are meant to due to the fact they haven't been picked at their ripest. All the fruit, veg and berries that go into Juice Plus are picked at their ripest so full with vitamins, minerals and other nutrients.
Also, the problem with vitamin supplements is that they are manmade and synthetic. How can that be healthy? If you're putting money into vitamin supplements then why not put money into real vitamins from real food.
If anyone has any questions about Juice Plus, fire away!
Do you think fresh 100% natural fruit and vegetables are healthier OR processed chemicals with added sweeteners that are turned into a powder/tablet? Have you ever read the ingredient list for JuicePlus+ items? I honestly can't believe someone would slate vitamin supplements in such a way and then go on to endorse JuicePlus+ :explode: :grumble: :flowerforyou:0 -
As for how it's pronounced, I actually don't know. Maybe it is Juice Plus Plus? I know how it's spelled. I can't remember if I've ever heard anyone who sells it say it out loud ...
Perhaps they're embarrassed?
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As for how it's pronounced, I actually don't know. Maybe it is Juice Plus Plus? I know how it's spelled. I can't remember if I've ever heard anyone who sells it say it out loud ...
Perhaps they're embarrassed?
Ha ha! They should be. ;-)
I may have heard it spoken out loud at some point, but I think I've subconsciously blocked it.0 -
I have just finished my third week of JP and am 12lbs lighter. I find it relatively easy, whilst the shakes aren't meant as meal replacement, I fill mine with fruit and use them as meals, if that makes sense. So, for breakfast, I will have a vanilla shake with raspberries and blueberries, made with coconut milk. Then I will have a snack a couple of hours later, then another shake (choc with strawberries and banana). I have set my calorie intake to 1300 per day also and try and follow the JP rule of clean eating (so long as you can pick it from a tree, pull it from the ground or kill it).
I did fall off the wagon a little last week but still worked hard to keep under my calorie goal. A shake is on average of 320 calories each, so yes I could have a very healthy proper meal with that amount, but I feel that it would be easier for me to cheat with that option.
I have made it clear to my rep that I am not at all interested in a pyramid scheme, I do not want to make money on this stuff, I have a busy enough lifestyle as it is!
If there are any other JP members who would like to add me, please feel free 0 -
Look up and see how juice plus is made. It's juiced and then dried at low temps so that it doesn't lose it's nutrients. Chemicals aren't added to it. Vitamins don't get into the blood stream and have terrible long term effects along with having a warning label. Juice plus doesn't have that and you can give it to children without them over dosing like they would getting into a vitamin and swallowing multiple doses. It's whole food nutrition.
As for the shakes, in the UK they advertise their products for weight loss. In the USA we don't do that nor can we do that. Our shakes and the complete bars can be used as a meal replacement but we always encourage to eat real whole food along with taking the juice plus. There is a 6 week transformation program to get your body started into the right direction of getting healthier and fit if that's what you want. It's a jump start to healthy living.
As far as he business goes, it's not a pyramid scheme. It's not a get rich quick scheme. It's actually a franchise and has 21 different offices in 21 different countries. You can never get demoted and once you reach a certain spot in the business, you get health, dental, vision, disability and life insurance, holiday bonuses, long term care, tuition reimbursement for immediate family members. It's definitely a business that people can make residual income from. It can also be a full time job that you can have the rest of your life making that money along with your retirement. You can make money and not have to work at all if you took a break from the business.0 -
Juice Plus is a whole food nutrition supplement, which means the whole fruits veg and berry is used. Nothing is added to Juice Plus due to the fact that there doesn't need to be as you are getting the nutrition from 26 fruits, vegetables and berries everyday! All sugar is removed, roughage and water, so you are left with what you're body needs and doesn't get from UK fruits and veg unless you grow it yourself!
I could tell you the list of ingredients for juice plus if you'd like? I don't see anything wrong with whats in the product at all.
The problem with vitamin supplements is that they are produced in factories... like Vitamin C supplements... That isn't from an orange, its chemically made, and the chances are it isn't even going to digest into your body because you don't have the enzymes etc to break down the vitamin and digest it. JuicePlus however has the whole orange in (rind and everything) meaning it can be digested.
Any other questions just let me know! 0
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