Lifesyle Magazine January 2024

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The Winter Issue

FROM PRODUCE TO POWER BENEFITS & TRICKS FOR THE BEGINNER JUICER Words by Lifestyle Staff

BENEFITS

TIPS

Increased Nutrition Intake

01

Juicing provides a concentrated source of essential vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants found in fruits and vegetables. This can be especially beneficial for individuals who struggle to consume an adequate amount of these nutrients through whole foods.

02

Convenient Way to Consume Produce Juicing can be a convenient and time-saving way to increase your intake of fruits and vegetables, especially for individuals who have busy lifestyles or difficulty chewing certain foods.

Enhanced Energy

Choose a good juicer to suit your needs— centrifugal juicers are faster, but cold-press/ masticating juicers may preserve more nutrients.

Use fresh produce of all colors (and don’t forget to wash it) for a variety of nutrients.

03

Balance the ingredients (and sugar) with both fruits and veggies, adding greens for an added boost of nutrition.

04

Add herbs and spices for extra flavor—mint,

The vitamins and minerals in fresh juices can

basil, ginger, and turmeric add even more

contribute to increased energy levels. Consuming

health benefits.

a nutrient-dense juice in the morning or as a snack may help provide a natural energy boost.

Potential Immune System Support The immune-boosting properties of certain fruits and vegetables, such as citrus fruits and leafy greens, may contribute to overall immune system health.

05

Drink fresh juice immediately or store in the fridge in an airtight container, consuming within 24-48 hours.

06

Clean your juicer promptly and properly to prevent build-up.

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