#jelfie HAVE YOU HAD YOUR JUICE TODAY?

#jelfie I CHALLENGE YOU TO TAKE A JELFIE! A SELFIE OF YOU WITH FRESH SQUEEZED JUICE. LETS SHARE HEALTH WITH THE WORLD!! STARTING WITH YOU!

Probably about 6 months ago I began juicing again. The reasoning just so happened to be because of a little date I had with my middle son, Mavrick, while downtown Tulsa. We weren't sure where we were gonna go for our date, then I thought about Whole Foods. So we pulled in, sat down and ordered some juice. Mavrick ordered, carrot, apple, lemon. I ordered a shot of wheatgrass with lemon. It felt like a sun shiny day after that. We had so much energy, and went out to eat and laughed all day long. When we got home we told the rest of the family about our awesome day. Then all night I thought about how I must get a juicer tomorrow! As soon as I woke up, I got the kids to school, and went out shopping. My 4 year old, Jack, picked the one with green on it. That was great, because it was the cheapest juicer. We got the South Beach Juicer! Since that day, my kids line up every morning for juice. They love it! If I miss a juicing day, they notice.



Mavrick drinking fresh squeezed orange juice!

You’ll love the health benefits of juicing. That is, if you want to supercharge your health, boost your immune system and lose a extra pounds. Juicing is awesome. It tastes amazing. With all sorts of flavors and interesting combinations, your taste buds will be leaping for delight. But it’s not just taste that we juice for. It’s also for the very many health benefits of juicing.

Did you know that 95% of the vitamins and enzymes our bodies need are found in the juice of raw fruits and vegetables? We would need to eat 2 lbs. of carrots, 10-12 apples, or 8 lbs. of spinach to get the same amount of nutrients in one 16 oz. glass of  juice. When you drink juice, that is highly concentrated the vitamins, minerals and enzymes rapidly enter the bloodstream absorbing all of the nutritional benefits of the fruits and vegetables and giving your digestive organs a much-needed rest.

On a juice date with my boys at Whole Foods!

It is best to drink fresh juice the same day you juice it.  As soon as any juice meets the air it begins to oxidize, compromising its nutritional value. However, storing fresh squeezed juice in the refrigerator in a tightly sealed glass jar slows this process. Adding a lemon helps preserve it too. The best time to drink juice is on an empty stomach or at least an hour before eating a meal. This maximizes the amount of nutrients absorbed into the body. Of course, fresh pressed juice is still loaded with health benefits even if you can’t drink it during the recommended window.

There is lots of research that shows the healing properties of juicing. Not only will juicing facilitate weight loss, increased energy levels, strengthened immunity, strong bones and a glowing complexion, it may also reduce chances of heart disease, cancer and strokes, three of the leading causes of death. A growing body of research suggests that most vitamin supplements don’t help prevent chronic disease. A synthetic vitamin or mineral is a laboratory simulation of the real thing. Natural, plant-based vitamins and minerals are more easily and completely absorbed by the body.

Fresh juice not only contains greater nutritional value, it contains life. Fresh pressed juice is like drinking a natural vitamin filled with living enzymes, essential minerals, antioxidants, and natural antibiotics, which are vital for optimal health. Bottled juices are pasteurized which means they are heated and processed, which can kill vitamins and minerals.

I highly recommend getting your produce from a local organic farmer. Or organic from the health food store. Organic farmers use methods that minimize the use of toxins while building quality of soil  and protecting the water.  Additionally, buying organic supports chemical and pesticide-free practices that are healthier for our farmers and for our planet. Lastly, I feel that organic foods have more intense and delicious flavors. And do not have high pesticide residue, or be Genetically Modified by Monsanto.

 
Here are the many benefits from juicing:

1. Digestion. Very little digestive energy is needed to process fresh fruit and vegetable juice – it’s practically already digested. All that’s left for you is to drink it!
2. Energy. With very little energy needed for digestion, guess what happens to your energy? It EXPLODES. Are you sick of being tired all the time? Are you frustrated by the fact that you always need to sleep? Try juicing. It will make you feel more energetic than  coffee ever could. It helps a person not be in need of caffeine beverages any longer.
3. Nutrients. Everyone has always told you to eat your veggies, right? And your fruits? Of course. Why? Because of the huge amounts of vitamins and minerals that they contain. How long does it take you to eat a carrot? Not long, but probably a few minutes at least. Now imagine making carrot juice. You could consume 5 carrots worth of vitamins and minerals in 30 seconds flat. Juicing is FAST AND EFFECTIVE..
   
4. Chlorophyll. While this only applies to green juice, you can call it one of the health benefits of juicing all the same. Green juice is absolutely packed with chlorophyll. Chlorophyll is a nutrient found in plants and is a powerful detoxifier. It strengthens the body, cleanses the liver, purifies and rebuilds blood cells, removes mold, kills parasites and eliminates exotoxins from the body.
5. Cancer. One of the most famous health benefits of juicing is it’s powerful ability to prevent and reverse cancer tumors. Look at the Budwig Protocol, and Hallelujah Acres. There are other alternative cancer treatment facilities out there. These are just the first 2 I thought of. This is due to the immense amounts of antioxidants found in raw fruits and vegetables. You won’t find these nutrients in many things except plants.  1 in 3 men are diagnosed with cancer, and 1 in 2 women are diagnosed with cancer in the U.S. Think wisely about this. If you want to avoid cancer, start consuming more organic fruits and vegetables.

   

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6. Liver Cleansing. Sick of hangovers? Hangovers from bad choices in food, or even alcohol hangovers. Which ever it may be. Are you worried about your liver? Never fear, fresh juice is here. With juicing, you can do a natural liver cleanse. Most people don’t understand how important the liver is. It is responsible for cleaning the blood and eliminating toxins from the body. With this in mind, imagine what happens if the liver stops working. Your energy disappears and you get sick more often. Toxins build up in your body and your blood stream. It can destroy you. So imagine what will happen when you supply your body with fresh juice. You’ll dramatically improve your liver.
7. Hair. Juicing highly improves the strength of your hair and nails. It's just an added plus!
8. Bones. Want strong bones? Drink fresh juice. Numerous studies have found that one of the health benefits of juicing is that your bones get stronger.
9. Stop Ageing. Forget about expensive creams and junk from the chemist. Use nature’s solution to stop ageing. Eliminate wrinkles by drinking fresh juice. You can even apply juice to your skin and get awesome benefits. For this benefit of juicing, use lemon on your skin on a regular basis.
10. Feel Great. I hate waking up and feeling groggy. Who likes waking up and being in a bad mood? Since I began juicing, I feel better, I feel Great! Peoples moods tend to depend more on what they eat and drink than they are aware of. When you juice on a regular basis, you’ll find yourself feeling awesome all the time. This will transform your life.
11. Depression.  Often (but not always) the cause of depression stems from diet. Eat a better diet and it wards off depression.

    

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12. Weight Loss. This is one of the most popular health benefits of juicing. Many people wouldn't mind losing some extra weight.  With juicing, you can.
13. Heart Health.  Improve your blood pressure, and decrease the risk of heart attacks. Yes, juicing does this!
14. Alkaline. Juicing alkalizes the body, which helps the body fight off free radicals.

As you might have guessed, this list could go on forever. But why keep talking? Let’s start acting!
If you are serious about living a healthy, natural life, I’m sure you can see how great the health benefits of juicing are. It’s one of the best ways to start the day, and also to keep it going.
Daily juicing promotes vibrant health and well-being. Juice wakes me up more than coffee ever did. It leaves me feeling great with the nutrients flowing through my bloodstream.
Often after I have fresh juice, I can immediately feel it spreading throughout my body, nourishing every cell and organ inside me. I enjoy juicing so much I never want to stop, and I feel great for it.
 Use juicing to supplement a healthy diet, and you will experience new found wellness. It has helped rid my body from arthritis pain, I.B.S, and gout.