Hi Sweet Friends,
I haven’t been able to stop talking or writing about green juice since my first sip. What can I say? That green nectar feels like pure, invigorating oxygen shooting to every corner of my being.
Today, juicing is as much a part of my life as brushing my teeth, but it wasn’t always second nature. I’m reminded of my early juicing adventures each time I receive a question from a reader who wants to juice, but just can’t seem to get the hang of it or is too intimidated to even try.
People think they have to do it perfectly, but the bottom line is you can’t mess it up!
I don’t want anything to stand in the way of you and your green juice. That’s why I made this video and released my book, Crazy Sexy Juice. There’s no better time than today to begin, spice up or revive your love affair with juicing.
So what is green juice and why is it so spectacular?
When you run your produce through a juicer, the pulp is separated from the juice. You may be wondering why anyone would go through all that trouble. Absorption, baby. Since your body doesn’t have to work to digest the fiber, it can easily pull the vitamins, minerals and phytonutrients straight into your bloodstream. Plus, giving your digestive system a break means your body can focus on resting and repairing your hard-working cells. Don’t get me wrong, fiber is awesome! But it’s OK to skip it in my glass of emerald sunshine, since radical roughage is a big part of my Crazy Sexy plant-filled diet. Plus, you can fit a lot more vegetable goodness in a green juice (a pound or more!) than you can eat with your fork in one sitting. What else can you drink that’ll do such phenomenal things for your health and put a large dent in your five recommended servings of fruits and veggies per day? (Hint: Nothing beats green juice!)
Now that we know more about the how and why of juicing, let’s break down the Crazy Sexy Green Juice Formula.
My handy-dandy infographic walks you through my daily recipe and gives you lots of room to play. See it as a jumping off point and a tool for you to create your own green juice masterpieces! Bring it with you to the grocery store and post it next to your juicer for inspiration.
Good morning Kris!
I just followed your green juice recipe and will be enjoying it throughout the day, thank you so much! I noticed that you peeled your cucumber and it looked as though you didn’t peel the lemon. I have been doing the opposite, does it matter?
I love your energy, it’s very inspiring.
Take care,
Lisa
I am excited to try ,getting a juicer Tom.My husband is a quadriplegic with a compromised immune system ,juicing is the way to go.You are such an inspiration Kris’s thank you
Thanks for the article, very helpful and inspiring all, God bless
What is the difference between using a juicer and using a vitamax ( high end blender) as it relates to the nutritional values you extract from the Veggies and fruits ….
is one better than the other?
You seem to get a lot of waste out of the Juicer ( meaning you waste all fiber) versus the Vitamax.
I would like to know which is better.
thanks!
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Very interesting post,there are many benefits of juice and at the same time it also depend on the type of juicer one is using to make it.Most experts prefer masticating juicer than any other types as it produce low heat and prevent nutrient of the juice.For those interested in making juice for healthy purpose, you can read reviews of those juicer to get the most and top rated juicer in the market.
Hi Kris, great juicing demo, thank you for sharing. I have a Power Auger Omni Juicer (L’Equip), which I haven’t used yet. I’m now wondering whether it’s the right one quick juicing, or should I change it for one which you use in your demonstration?
I don’t seem to get a lot of juice out of kale, spinach or leafy greens. And I am using quite a bit.. Any suggestions? Thanks.
Hi Kris, I have a blender, not a juicer. My ingredients are basically the same you are using, but I add water. Do you or others see any problems?
Sieggy
I have been wanting to juice so badly for about a month as I have switched my diet to vegan. I don’t have a juicer though and my husband won’t put out the money for one right now. I have a blender. I guess I can’t juice but is there a way I can kind of still do something healthy and similar with my blender? I really feel like my body needs this cleanse. Thanks so much for your time.
Kris,
I just ordered Crazy Sexy Diet and my first juicer from Amazon. I hit 40 this year and feel like I am falling apart inside and out. Previously, I have been intimidated by juicing and smoothies. I really appreciate you down to earth approach and step by step instructions. I can’t wait to get started and start feeling better.
Hi Kris,
Thank you for helping to instill the love of juicing in me. I live in Colorado and have a hard time juicing in the cold of winter. I have been trading my juice habit for a hot beverage such as tea or warm almond milk with cinnamon, cardamom and nutmeg. Not necessarily un-healthy choices but I do miss the effect of the green juice. I am thin and run cold anyway. Any suggestions?
Much love and gratitude,
Cherie
Can you also do this in a Vitamix?
What would you recommend for someone on a very limited income? Dr. Mercola also recommends juicing every day, but here in Canada, that would be really expensive for me to do. I want to juice and be healthy, but money would be an issue.
Dear Kris , Your blogs are always so refreshing, informative and inspiring ! Thank you and a warm hug across the ocean from Germany !
I have several Aloe plants and the leafs are getting so big . I recently started to mix them in my juice. I just cut of the spikes and then into half inch pieces and juice them with peel alternatively with pear, apple, celery, parsley and lemon . It is delicious . Have you ever used aloe ?
I purchased a Breville but it seems counterintuitive to be juicing away the pulp. Isn’t it more nutritious to use every part of the fruit and vegetable?
Please inform me.
Thank you!
Kris,
I have started juicing in the mornings and I love it. I now make crackers from the leftover pulp that are delish.
My question is regarding the statement from Dr. Esselstyn stating that we should NOT juice because of the (fructose) sugars in vegetables and that it spikes in our blood causing injury.
What is your take on that?
Thanks,
Kathy
Can you also use chard as a green?
Centrifugal versus Masticating? I have read that Centrifugals remove all of the enzymes from the veggies so they are not as healthy. I see that you recommend both types so I am curious to your thoughts?
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