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Juicing involves extracting the nutritious juices from vegetables and fruit, stripping away the seeds and pulp, resulting in a liquid containing beneficial antioxidants, vitamins, and minerals. The juicing process breaks down the fibre in fruits and vegetables, making it easier for the body to absorb the nutrients without putting undue stress on the digestive organs.
This can be particularly beneficial for people with digestive issues or sensitive stomachs, as it increases absorption and aids detoxification.
Juice fasting – rather than just juicing – is the choice to abstain from food for a period of days and instead consume healthy, vegetable based juices. Juicing can still be beneficial, but it is important to be mindful if you are choosing to consume juices in addition to your normal food intake, as this can result in an excessive intake of calories.
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As part of a healthy lifestyle, juice fasting can help you boost your overall health and wellbeing, and in this article we will take a closer look at some of the key benefits of juice fasting.
The benefits of juice fasting
In recent years, juicing has gained immense popularity as a wellness trend, and for good reason. The practice of extracting the liquid goodness from fruits and vegetables offers a myriad of benefits for health and wellbeing. From providing a convenient way to increase your daily intake of essential nutrients to supporting detoxification and promoting hydration, juicing has become a valuable addition to many people’s lives.
Fruit and vegetables are excellent sources of vital active nutrients – as well as supporting overall health, regular consumption also contributes to a reduced risk of developing chronic disease and adverse health conditions such as cardiovascular disease and cancer.
Vegetable and fruit juices provide the body with important nutrients, including vitamins, polyphenols, oligosaccharides, fibre and nitrate, which may induce a prebiotic-like effect and help support the gut mitochondria.
For many, achieving the recommended daily intake of fruits and vegetables can be a challenge. Juicing offers a convenient way to bridge this gap. A single glass of juice can contain the equivalent of several servings of produce, making it easier to meet your dietary goals and nourish your body with vital nutrients.
Some key benefits of juice fasting include:
One large study showed a reduced risk of Alzheimer’s disease in people who consumed fruit or vegetable juices three or more times a week. It is thought this may be attributable to the high content of polyphenols, which are beneficial antioxidants that exert protective effects on brain cells.
Some research indicates possible psychological benefits to juice fasting, including improved cognitive function and mood. A 2020 study reported improvements in both mood and cognitive function in healthy people after a three day juice fast.
Takeaway
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With expert advice on hand from our experienced Personalised Health practitioners, you can benefit from health advice tailored to your needs and goals, to help you maximise your health gains.
There are many health benefits from juice fasting and juicing and fasting may be recommended, according to your personal situation and unique health needs. Normally we recommend juicing with organic vegetables and the addition of lemon juice and root ginger or turmeric can also enhance the flavour and provide additional health benefits.
Sometimes a minimal amount of fruit is also added to these juices from apples and pears. This is particularly useful for those new to juice fasting and adjusting to the new flavours.
At Amchara we offer different types of juice fasting including the following:
Our retreats are designed to help you detoxify both physically and mentally. On an Amchara health retreat you will be immersed in a supportive and nurturing environment that enables you to switch off, relax and kickstart your health journey, including physical activities and empowering, educational talks.
Or why not try Amchara Juicery – cold-pressed, nutritious juices delivered to your door to help you boost your health, naturally. Created by Amchara’s expert in-house health team, you can enjoy a range of fresh, organic juice cleanses (and super soups) at home.
