One of the main benefits of using kale in your juice blends is that it provides a large nutritional punch with one of the fewest calorie counts per cup of any other vegetable.
Kale is a rich source of organosulfur compounds, which is great at fighting many cancers, especially colon cancer. Kale contains sulforaphane (especially when juiced), which is a chemical that has anti-cancer properties against many cancer types. The cancer-protective compounds in kale have thus been the subject of intense research, particularly their role in blocking the growth of cancer cells and inducing cancer cell death (apoptosis). Sulforaphane helps support a healthy immune system, which is also a key component in staving off cancer.
Kale contains vitamins A, E, K, C and calcium, which fight free radicals leading to premature aging.
In Kale research, the benefits of lutein also extend to prevention of atherosclerosis.
Apples contain vitamins A and C which prevent sagging skin, as well as copper for brightening and toning. The pectin in apples lowers LDL (“bad”) cholesterol. People who eat two apples per day may lower their cholesterol by as much as 16%.
Researchers found that a flavanoid called phloridzin that is found only in apples may protect post-menopausal women from osteoporosis and may also increase bone density. Boron, another ingredient in apples, also strengthens bones. Read More →
Celery calms the nerve because of the high calcium content & helps in controlling high blood pressure. Raw celery should be eaten to reduce high blood pressure.
Celery contains sodium, which has been called a youth maintainer in the body. It’s loaded with minerals and contains vitamin C as well, which helps maintain elasticity of the skin.
Several antioxidant substances are contained in tomato juice, including lycopene, betacarotene, vitamin C and selenium, which can be helpful in preventing the damage caused by free radicals to body tissues leading to premature aging and many chronic degenerative diseases.
Not only does tomato juice have anti-oxidant and diuretic properties and improves the digestive function, it also stimulates the detoxifying function of the liver and kidneys. The overall result of these effects is a more efficient removal of toxins from the body with consequent improved health and well-being. Read More →
Parsley is good for the sexual system. It builds the blood and stimulates brain activity. The flavonoids in parsley—especially luteolin—have been shown to function as antioxidants that combine with highly reactive oxygen-containing molecules (called oxygen radicals) and help prevent oxygen-based damage to cells.
Vitamin C-rich foods, such as parsley, provide humans with protection against inflammatory polyarthritis, a form of rheumatoid arthritis involving two or more joints. Parsley adds color and aids digestion of the foods we eat and acts to prevent gas and bloating.
High cholesterol is a major factor for heart disease and since regular consumption of carrots reduces cholesterol level, then it is also good to prevent heart related problems. Carrots have a cleansing action on the liver and help it release more bile, which will cause peristaltic action. This can help to relieve constipation and help with digestion. The cleansing action is also overall effective for acne which can be caused by toxicity of the blood.
Carrots do wonders for boosting the immune system by increasing the production and performance of white blood cells; building resistant to various kinds of infections. Read More →
Consuming vitamin C rich foods helps to lower the incidence of peptic ulcers and in turn, reduce the risk of stomach cancer. Liminoid is a compound found in oranges that has been found to help fight cancers of the mouth, skin, lung, breast, stomach and colon. The high vitamin C content also acts as a good anti-oxidant that protects cells from damages by free radicals. Oranges, being high in vitamin C can help stimulate white cells to fight infection, naturally building a good immune system. Read More →
The cleansing virtues in beets juice is very healing for liver toxicity or bile ailments, like jaundice, hepatitis, food poisoning, diarrhea or vomiting. The choline from beet juice detoxifies not only the liver, but also the entire system of excessive alcohol abuse. Beets are useful in helping cleanse the liver, and the liver helps metabolize fat. The cellulose content in beets helps to ease bowel movements. Drinking beet juice regularly will help relieve chronic constipation. All of the beet’s healing and medicinal values effectively normalizes blood pressure, lowering high blood pressure or elevating low blood pressure. Medical studies have also shown that including beets in your diet helps protect a body against heart disease. Read More →
Insomnia is the inability to sleep or the disturbance of normal sleep patterns. Did you know that sleeplessness is a natural feature of aging? According to the National Sleep Foundation, more than 40 million Americans are not getting enough sleep, with roughly 60% of adults experiencing sleep problems a few nights a week. Insomnia is often caused by worry, emotional stress, and exhaustion. Pain, excess caffeine, alcohol and drugs, and food allergies can also be factors leading to insomnia. Insomnia can also be a sign of depression. Read More →
If you are like me, running can be dreading. It can be boring and also painful. However, I thought I would never say that but I feel so much better after completing a short run. Read More →
