Living Magazine Spring 2015 Living Magazine | Page 26

Jenni Hulburt is a health and fitness coach, and author of Essential Juices and Smoothies. She received her Master’s degree in Kinesiology, and created the Nature Fed Wellness movement to inspire people to revolutionize their health through nature. Jenni offers fitness and lifestyle coaching, and wellness resources for people who want results in their body and their life. reen G l a c i p o r T Smoothineut milk co • 1 cup co rd greens olla • 1 stalk c a ds • 1 banan hemp see il n o o p s le b • 1 ta ntial o Lime esse s p ro d 2 – •1 der. n il, in a ble . essential o tial oil last to taste t p e xc e , n ts e n ss ie e d d re d g in y. A Combine and cream l smooth Blend unti If you crave inspiration for new creations in the kitchen, keep reading for recipes, tips, and tools to simplify juicing and blending with essential oils. Incorporating juices and smoothies into your diet can have health benefits like more stable energy, boosted immunity, stronger workouts, better sleep, and clearer skin. You can create health through your kitchen using nature’s ingredients and potent plant extracts—essential oils. Juices vs. Smoothies: Which is better? Deciding between juice or smoothies comes down to which is best for you and your health goals. Here’s a comparison with some simple tips to help guide your choices. Juice: Pulp and liquid are separated so you are left with a concentrated fruit and vegetable blended drink that provides instant vitamins, minerals, and phytonutrients. Juice contains virtually no fiber since it is separated from the pulp and other nutrients in the fruits and vegetables. The digestive system doesn’t work as hard because there is no fiber to break down. As a result, the body is able to focus on rest and repair as nutrients are quickly assimilated. By removing the fiber, you can also include and consume more nutrients through the vegetables and fruits you juice. Freshly pressed juices are made using a juicer, and are ideal for hydration, cleansing, and cellular repair. Drink them daily as part of a prevention lifestyle, during a detoxification program, or if you have a chronic illness and need a nutrient-rich drink to nourish the body. Smoothie: All ingredients (liquid base, fruit, vegetables, and spices) are blended—fiber included. Smoothies include fiber since the entire fruit and vegetable are blended. Fiber supports blood sugar balance and digestive health, including regular elimination. Fiber is broken apart when the fruits and vegetables are blended, which makes it easier to digest with an even release of nutrients for the body. Smoothies are made using a blender. A highspeed blender is ideal for smoother and more palatable drinks. You may enjoy smoothies as a meal on their own, as a nutritious snack, before or after a workout, or to end a detox or fast. Benefits of Using Essential Oils smoothie that is not only delicious, but part of a healthy lifestyle too? Here are some of the most common essential oils to use in juices and smoothies, along with their benefits: Cinnamon: Helps warm the body as well as invigorates and uplifts mood; supports digestion and immunity.* Cilantro: Provides antioxidants, aids in digestion, soothes the skin, and promotes detoxification.* Fennel: Soothes digestive discomfort.* Ginger: Aids with indigestion and occasional nausea, also eases congestion.* Grapefruit: Supports weight loss, boosts the metabolism, and helps reduce food cravings.* Lemon: Stimulates cleansing and promotes lymphatic flow; provides respiratory support and uplifts mood.* Lime: Provides antioxidants for healthy immune function; stimulates and uplifts mood.* Are your juices and smoothies missing an essential ingredient? Peppermint: Soothes digestive issues, has a Flavoring juices and smoothies with essential oils is tasty, but using essential oils internally is also an important daily health habit. * Essential oils support the mouth, throat, digestive system, and immune system.* Can you imagine drinking a chocolate-mint cooling sensation for fresh breath, and helps open airways.* Wild Orange: Stimulates the lymphatic system, energizes and uplifts, and soothes nerves and digestive issues. Spring Detox Juice • 3 stalks kale • 2 stalks celery • 1 lime • 1 apple • 1 cucumber • 1 drop Cilantro essential oil Combine ingredients, except essential oil, in a juicer. Juice and add essential oil last to taste. • 1 cup a lmond m ilk • 1 cup k ale • 1/4 avo cado • 3 dates , pit • 1 tables ted poon cac ao powd • 1 teasp er oon mac a powder • 1–2 dro ps Peppe rmint ess ential oil Combine in Blend un gredients, except til smooth essential oil, in a b and crea lender. my. Add essential oil to tast e. 5 Tips for Juicing and Blending 1. To Peel Or Not To Peel? It’s best to peel conventionally grown fruits and vegetables to reduce exposure to chemicals and pesticides. You should also peel citrus fruits for blending; however, there’s no need to remove the white inner peel which is rich in nutrients. Other fruits that have thicker skins, like mangoes and bananas, should be peeled before blending. 2. Save Time Wash and prepare your fruits and vegetables before you store them in the refrigerator. You can cut them into pieces that will fit into the juicer. Cleaning a juicer can be quicker and easier with a natural scrubbing paste made with 1 cup baking soda, 1 tablespoon castile soap, 1 tablespoon white vinegar, and 10 drops of Lemon essential oil. Add water to form the mixture into a paste and use it regularly to ease your scrubbing woes. 3. Avoid Chunky Smoothies Greens are an important part of smoothies because they contain fiber and other nutrients, making them a simple way to add more vegetables to your diet. Leafy greens also help balance blood sugar in a smoothie *These statements have not been evaluated by the Federal Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent desease. Chocolate Mint Ma Smoothie ca that contains high sugar fruits, like bananas and mangoes. However, some people add greens and end up with ch unky smoothies! To make your drink more palatable, use a high-speed blender or blend your liquid base and greens first. Then, add the remaining ingredients for a chunk-free smoothie. 4. Less Is More How many drops of essential oil should you use? When using essential oils in juices and smoothies for their flavor and health benefits, one drop or less may be the most palatable. Start with one drop and add more to taste. If you’re making a single serving, you might even start by dipping a toothpick into the bottle, mix throughout the drink, and taste the juice or smoothie before adding more. 5 Avoid plastic bottles Pour and store your juice or smoothie in a glass, ceramic, or steel bottle as essential oils break down synthetics in plastic bottles and containers. www.doterra.com / 27