Best Healthy Juices Tips

                                                 

Fresh fruit & vegetable juices shows remarkable health-promoting properties and are being used by naturopathys since long to help treat a range of ailments.

Freshly squeezed juices are naturally full of vitamins, minerals and enzymes which are far better as compare to synthetic tablets. The nutrients are easily absorbed into the bloodstream and within ten minutes they nourish to body's cells.                                         

Generally the juices are used in two ways:                           

1. As a supplement to a normal diet- A typical supplementary juice up to 3 to 4 eight-ounce glasses per day, can be taken throughout the day.
2. As a substitute for solid food (a "juice fast")- Juice therapists recommend juice-only fasts to cleanse and rejuvenate the body. Such fasts are also a good way to detect an unsuspected food allergy. They provide minimal calories and little fat or protein.

The following are some situations to use Fruit & Vegetable Juices which defiantly gives possitive results.

For Diabetes :

Juice of bitter - gourd (Karela) is a excellent remedy for Diabetes. A glassful of juice of fresh bitter - gourd will bring down sugar content, improves digestion and also removes constipation. If fresh leaves of maremoles is mixed (say 5-10 ml juice mixed with a glass of juice of bitter - gourd) it will provide quicker relief. This should be continued for some period and observe the blood sugar levels by having periodical tests. Once the dose has been stabilized, its quantity should be adjusted as per individual's requirement. The quantity may be raised or tapered according to susceptibility of the case. A glassful of lime juice should also be taken daily as a addition to it.

For Acne :

Generally, young persons (both male & female) are often afflicted with acne. It is an agonizing skin eruption (on face). Intake of mamelos, lime, papaya, cucumber juice, is suggested . If impurity of blood be the reason then use in additions to above blended juice, juice of margosa (neem) and also apply paste of its young and green leaves. If irritation ensues or persists discontinue use of margosa whether in local and/ or oral form.

For Iron deficiency :

Juice of beet, spinach ,apple, carrot and lime will make up the iron deficiency and enrich with increase blood volume in the body. These fruits can be juiced together or separately according to individual suitability convenience and requirement.

For Arthritis :

Juice of lime orange, garlic, lemon, margosa (neem), bitter gourd are used to overcome the symptoms of arthritis.

For Heartburn :

Combination of Carrot (10oz), Beet (3oz), Cucumber (3oz) are useful for Heartburn.

For Strengthening Muscles :

Muscle weaknesses are caused due to exertion, inadequate blood flow, imbalance of calcium, sodium, potassium or magnesium, lack of water, involuntary contraction.It is recommended to use Juice of beet, celery, carrot, supply sodium, watercress, Green Cabbage .Calcium, magnesium is supplied by parsley and collard greens, Carrot and Cabbage supply potassium ; spinach, asparagus and carrot supply vitamin 'E', and vitamin 'C' is supplied by Red pepper, Collard green and Cabbage(green).

For detox :

Wheatgrass juice has been proved over many years to benefit people in numerous ways: cleansing the lymph system, building the blood, restoring balance in the body, removing toxic metals from the cells, nourishing the liver and kidneys and restoring vitality. Wheatgrass Juice is a superior detoxification agent compared to other fruits and vegetables- Start with one ounce a day with a small amount of water. As you become familiar stop the water and work up to 6 ounces of wheatgrass juice a day. Your energy level will be very high. Drink slowly one hour before meals. Wheatgrass juice is a powerful cleanser and may cause nausea, through starting an immediate reaction with toxins and mucus in the stomach.

For managing menopausal symptoms :

Carrot , Beet , Lettuce , Turnip juice is beneficial in managing menopausal symptoms. Pomegranate  or Cucumber juice can also be used in combination with beet and carrot juice.

Precautions :

Certain precautions are , necessary in adopting an exclusive diet of raw juices.

All juices should be made fresh immediately before drinking. Canned and frozen juices should not be used.

Only fresh ripe fruits and vegetables, preferably organically grown, should be used for extraction of juices.

Extract only as much juice is needed for immediate consumption. Raw juices oxidise rapidly and lose their medicinal value in storage, even under refrigeration.

The quality of the juices will affect on their results. In case of incomplete extraction of juices, their effective power is proportionately reduces due to the absence of the vitamins and enzymes which are left behind in fiber and the pulp.

If the juices are too sweet , they should be diluted in water on 50 : 50 basis or mixed with other less sweet juices. This is especially important in some specific conditions like diabetes, hypoglycemia, arthritis and high blood pressure.

Tips on Healthy and Balanced Diet

A balanced diet should have all food groups in every single meal of the day. At least we should take one meal containing full of all food groups. Food prepared at home should meet the nutritional requirements of all family members , it should be simple, available on time, prepared with one’s culture & eating habits.  By diverting food choice we can have the optimum nutrition.

The food we eat daily has a proportional impact on our lifestyle.Life threatening diseases like cardiovascular diseases, diabetes, cancer can be averted through our diets.

Cereal grains & products:

Use one or more cereals in one meal, Chapathi, followed by rice. Ex: whole wheat, oats, brown rice, steamed rice, ragi, jowar, bajra, maize, broken wheat or dalia . Breakfast cereals like Whole wheat cereals flakes, oats, muesli, corn flakes, whole wheat bread or multigrain bread. These are the best combination of complex carbohydrates, dietary fiber and several B vitamins. Refined cereals/maida used in sandwich bread, fast foods & bakeries, white rice (polished rice)are the reduced value contener of linoliec acid , fiber, folic acid, selenium and Vitamin E. Since we are the regular user of rice , we can gradualy make a change by shifting from polished rice to steamed rice & then parboiled/red rice.

Whole grains (low Glycemic Index), with the entire kernel – bran, germ, parboiled grains or malted grains have higher nutritive value over refined wheat flour/ maida (white bread, naan or Kulcha) & raw polished rice.

Vegetables & Fruits:

Include plenty of colorful seasonal fruits & vegetables with dark pigmentations, either raw or cooked with edible skin & seeds, which may included in at least single meal of the day which Ideal .

Fruits & vegetables are rich in antioxidants , protects and prevents from diseases due to nutrients like folate, vitamins, minerals, fiber. They are low fat content,no cholesterol and includes low calories because of their high water content . Fiber gives satiety, a feeling of fullness so helps to avoid overeating. The standard measure of all age groups should consume a minimum of 300-500 g of vegetables everyday and a minimum of 200- 250 g fruits. Which amounts to ½ kg of vegetables for each adult in the family!

Fruits are low in sodium & rich in Vitamin A, C, E, potassium & selenium. At least two varieties of seasonal fruits must be taken every day. Citrus fruits are good sources of Vitamin C.

Milk & milk products:

Milk is the natural source of calcium; provids protein, potassium, Vitamin A & D. Skim milk, its products - curd, milk shakes, butter milk/lassi, smoothies & cheese, with its low fat content should take priority over whole milk.

Meat & beans:
protein from animal source is having high biological value, which can be used for body building, repair & maintenance. The proteins in dhals & legumes are secondary in quality & thus it is vital for vegetarians. consume some milk & milk products, soya & its products – nuggets, granules, tofu or soy milk and use a combination of cereal and pulse to enhance the amino acid profile.

Egg is a complete protein & has all the 9 essential amino acids required for the growth, development & maintenance of human body. egg white, dressed chicken & fatty fish are healthier than Prawns, crabs, red meat, organ meats, minced meat, sausages, salami, frankfurters, ready to eat poultry & meat products, due to their high fat content. fish like mackerel, salmon, sardines (omega 3 fatty acid) at least twice a week. Whole sprouts, defatted soy products, nuts, beans(soluble fiber) are healthy than splits dhals. Ex: Rajma, Chickpeas, cow peas, field beans, horse gram, black channa, soya beans, Lentil. These provides protein, B vitamins (niacin, thiamin, riboflavin, and B6), vitamin E, iron, zinc, and magnesium.

Fats & sugar: 

These are rich in calorie , should be consumed judiciously. It is suggested to use a mixture of oils or cook different food items in different oils, for ex: rice bran oil, soya oil, sunflower oil, groundnut oil, olive oil, avoide coconut oil & palm oil. Visible dietary fats(cooking oils) carry fat-soluble vitamins - vitamins A, D, E and K from our food into our body. Fat is also come from invisible fat in foods that we eat, from pulses, grains etc; and it is also made endogenously in the body. 
Saturated Fats (solids at room temperature – Vanaspati, ghee, butter) and trans fatty acids (found in fried items, fast foods, bakery/processed foods) are the most harmful & must be totally avoided in our diets. Use only MUFA rich oils like peanut, rice bran oil for occasional deep-frying (higher smoking point), as they are more stable than PUFA oils (sunflower, safflower oil) & do not disintegrate to transfats at high temperature. Trans fatty acids are formed at high temperatures, as vegetable oil hardens and its excess consumption will lead to hypercholesterolemia, dyslipidemia and increased risk of heart diseases. Virgin olive oil is heart protective MUFA rich oil, with low smoking point and best used for salad dressing. Fat should be restricted to 3 tsp/person/day.
Sugar is void of any nutrient & has empty calories. Therefore all sweets & pastries should be had in moderation and the sugar used, should be restricted to 2 - 3 tsp/person/day.