If you have a busy morning with back-to-back meetings then you might be better off with the blender. Juicing tends to strip away fiber, which means that smoothies may keep you fuller longer, says Michelle Truong-Leikauf, RD, author of food blog Mitch in the Kitchen. Smoothies also pack maximum nutrition thanks to fibrous plant skins and pulp that contain micronutrients like carotenoids and flavonoids, which help reduce the risk of cancer and cardiovascular disease. If youre a picky eater juices may be better at diversifying and disguising plants you might not otherwise eat. Think wheatgrass, beets, jicama, kale, cucumbers, says Kristina LaRue, RD, LD/N, author of food blog Love and Zest. You may not like the taste or texture of certain fruits and vegetables, but the good news is they taste different when juiced. Those with sensitive stomachs caused by conditions such as IBS or a flare-up of colitis may handle juices better than smoothies as well because they are easier to digest thanks to the lack of fiber. However, Truong-Leikauf cautions against juices that are heavy on fruit due to their sugar concentration. Even these naturally occurring sugars can cause issues for those with sensitive stomachs. Regardless of whether you favor smoothies or juices, both can be a slimming snack or, if made with protein and carbohydrates, a meal replacement. Ready to blend? fitnessmagazine/recipes/drinks/healthy-choices/green-smoothies/#page=2
Posted on: Wed, 04 Dec 2013 20:37:06 +0000
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