The joys of juicing

The joys of juicing

What to look for in a good juicer, plus a recipe for juice that boosts your immune system.
Updated:
2009-10-18 17:07
Published:
2007-07-23 00:00
By 
Randy Taylor

Tips for buying a juicer

The benefits of juicing are enormous and have been used for disease prevention and optimal wellness for years. In fact, juicing is the best method of ingesting lots of nutrient-dense, low-calorie goodness in just one glass. In no other way could you consume the equivalent of a pound of carrots and apples.

In addition to the plentiful amount of minerals and vitamins that the body benefits from, juicing has also been shown to offer a large dose of fresh enzymes from the live food. Those enzymes can benefit digestion, inflammation and boost your vitality and energy.

Buying a juicer
When in the market for a high quality juicer, selecting the right one can be confusing. If you have priced out juicers recently, you are well aware that there is an enormous range in price. Here are a few tips to keep in mind for picking the right type and quality of juicer for your home.

Ease of cleaning
A juicer is an appliance that will typically be used on a daily basis. Because of this, it is important that it can be broken down and cleaned with ease either by hand or in the dishwasher. If not, your new appliance will soon become a kitchen item that is ignored. In addition to daily cleaning, a juicer should be deep cleaned a minimum of once per week.

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