Today’s Heavyweight Bout… Juicing vs. Blending

I’m going to assume for a moment that one of your New Year’s resolutions is getting healthier. Almost everyone has this one near the top of their list. 

As part of that goal, you will probably want to eat more fruits and vegetables. After all, doctors recommend five servings of them per day. But I’ll guess you want to consume them in different ways for the sake of variety.

One of the most popular ways to get your fruits and vegetables is in drinks. Whether it’s a juice drink or a smoothie, they’re great for breakfast in the morning. But many folks also enjoy them at different times during the day.

If you’re someone who enjoys these types of beverages, you have a choice between juicing and blending.

Differences outweigh similarities

Both juicing and blending involve liquefying fruits and vegetables. And they’ve both become popular ways of preparing them. But there are major differences.

For juicing, you need a juicer and for blending you need a blender. Makes sense, right? A juicer will separate the pulp (i.e. fiber) of the fruit or vegetable from the liquid.

This makes the liquid thin and easy to drink. And you still get the vitamins and minerals from those fruits and vegetables.

With a blender, you’ll drink everything you put into it because there is no separation of pulp from the fruit or vegetable. Because you’re using the whole product, you don’t need as many fruits and vegetables. 

In this corner… juicing

Those arguing for the superiority of juicing over blending will say this. You can get plenty of nutrients in smaller servings. 

And there are fewer calories because you’ve eliminated part of the original contents.

Juicing breaks down fruits and vegetables in a way that makes it easy for your body to absorb the nutrients.

There’s less for your digestive system to break down. Some folks on low-fiber diets believe juicing is preferable.  

In this corner… blending

People who choose blending over juicing point to the fact that they get more phytonutrients through blending. Phytonutrients are natural chemicals found in plants.

Among the phytonutrients that help prevent some diseases are flavonoids. They are found in the membrane of citrus fruits such as oranges and grapefruits. With juicing, you don’t get those phytonutrients.

Another advantage with blending is you can add protein items including nuts, seeds and yogurt. Not to mention leafy greens like spinach and kale for extra vitamins and minerals. Plus nut butters, coconut oil and protein powder.

You can even add omega-3 fatty acids in the form of flax of chia. These all contribute to making blending much more effective than juicing as a meal replacement.

Juicing is on the ropes

Juicing has become popular with those who wish to lose weight. But is the sacrifice worth it?

With juicing, you’re depriving your body of needed calories and protein. Not to mention water. You’ll lose muscle mass in the process.

Why would you want to remove all the healthy fibers of fruits & veggies? Too much of anything is bad, but we do need some fiber to regular blood sugar levels. Removing fiber sends the juice directly into your bloodstream.

In addition, fiber gives us a full feeling so we’re not left hungry. Juicing can also make a mess and can be expensive. With blending, it’s an easy cleanup.

Blending takes the prize

I believe it’s clear that blending beats juicing when it comes to your health. It’s convenient and fills you up for a longer period of time. And many people prefer the texture of a blended drink.

But there is a downside to most blenders. They’re usually bulky and noisy. They take up too much counter space. And they’re not very portable.

Fortunately, there’s an awesome, cost-effective blender option that eliminates those downsides.  

The cordless, compact, portable Patriot Power Blender crushes ice and makes smoothies in seven seconds flat. Weighing only one pound and standing just 10 inches tall, it’s the perfect, tuck-out-of-sight blender. 

You can make healthy smoothies, sauces, dressings and even baby food. This rechargeable mini-blender never needs batteries. It’s the perfect size to take anywhere. Like the gym, the office or on vacation.

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