For those who need a low-fiber diet, juicing may be a better option. Juicing provides a very nutrient-dense beverage in a smaller amount of liquid. There are pros and cons to both juicing and blending. You can use anything from a standard blender to higher-end products like a Vitamix. The volume of the drink, which is often called a smoothie, will be much greater than that of a juice made from the same amount of fruits or vegetables. With blending, the whole fruit or vegetable is used: what you put in the blender is what you consume. You specifically need a juicer to do this. You get a thin and concentrated liquid product that contains vitamins, minerals, and other phytonutrients, which are bioactive plant-derived compounds associated with positive health effects. Juicing is a process where the liquid part of the fruit or vegetable is separated from the pulp, or fiber. But what’s the difference? And what kind of equipment do you need for each one? There’s a lot of talk these days about the health benefits of juicing and blending. Juicing or blending fruits and vegetables into smoothies can be one easy way to get your daily servings in. The more fruits and vegetables you consume, the greater the benefits! But it can be difficult for some people to consume the recommended five or more servings in one day. One study done in King County suggests that the antioxidants in fruit and vegetable juices may play an important role in delaying the onset of Alzheimer’s disease. A review of studies has shown that eating five or more servings of fruits and vegetables a day can decrease the risk of stroke by 26%, as well as reduce the risk of dying from cardiovascular disease. It’s well-established that increasing your intake of fruits and vegetables is good for you. This entry was posted in Eating Well and tagged blending, juicing, rd blog. Posted on Maby Melissa Montalto, MS, RD, CD.
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