Like you I live a busy life. I am inundated in my Responsive Universe (literally) and also my career in technical sales (yes I have a job outside of books and meditation). Family, playing hard with friends and not always eating right are norms in my life. I counter my busy lifestyle with a juicing regiment that I truly think saves my life. I just don’t eat as well as I should and juicing every other day is my key to wellness. Problem is, when you buy fresh fruits and veggies (especially organic) they tend to spoil quick – and no wants to juice limp kale! So, I freeze my juicing portions!
Ok – so in this sandwich size zip-lock bag is the following goodness: Fresh, raw, organic kale and spinach (both are loaded with vitamins and antioxidants). Included are fresh sliced bananas and strawberries, a thin slice of beet and then frozen blueberries and black berries (no sugar added). That’s it! Sometimes I will toss in sliced carrots or red pepper – really anything fresh and bright in color. Mix it up and find your own creative recipes – there are no rules! Then I freeze up to 6-8 zip-lock portions. When it is time to juice I pull a baggy from the freezer and add some coconut water and blend away! Your veggies are always fresh and loaded with everything your body needs to counter free-radicals.
I love coconut water in my juices because it is natural and one of the most hydrating fluids out there. Make sure you buy “clean” coconut water. The ingredients should only say coconut and water! Also, if you are really on the go and want to supplement your juicing recipe there are several good whole food vegetable juices out there. Look for the ones that say “pressed” and look for the ones with the least amount of sugar and carbs.
The result is something bright, healthy and refreshing. It takes me less than 2 minutes from start to clean up and I swear by this regiment. It is easy, rejuvenating and a meditation in health and wellness. I juice every other day so it is not a labor and I just love it! This is from a guy who does not like veggies. Freezing your portions saves time and money (no spoiled food!) and even 2 weeks later your fresh/frozen fruits and veggies are bright fresh and ready to do their job! Happy Juicing!
John C. Bader is a photographer, wellness advocate and consultant specializing in spiritual self-evolution, meditation, and bio-energy healing. In his writing, he bridges science with spirituality and provides steps to encourage more mindfulness in daily life. His new book, The Responsive Universe – Illumination of the Nine Mandalas is a step by step process on how to begin your very own Hero’s Journey.
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Maybe it’s the juicer we have but, it is a little monster to clean. On the other side of the equation is better health. We have gotten some pure honey to add as well as cinnamon.
Some studies have shown cinnamon may be linked to physical mind health. I will say, I am a hearty eater, and with the right proportions, juicing can give a hearty eater the feeling of fullness. As an added bonus there is often less calories to most of these juicing recipes, and planned properly can easily experience some weight loss.
I have heard that too Dave! I use a Vita Mix and it is the easiest thing to clean. They can be pricey but they last forever
Our food blender has a juicing button on it, and it seems to do okay. My wife says the blender is easier to clean.
Priced a Vita Mix, and that’s as you said, big on price.