Instead of doing aerobics and dieting, American country music star Jamie O’Neal has adopted a unique weight loss therapy: drinking fruit juice. Thanks to this approach, she has lost up to 20 kg (44 lbs).
For Jamie O’Neal, food is an obsession. She dreams of having a slim waist to wear outfits that accentuate her figure. Jamie is not a fitness enthusiast, so she sought help from natural therapy doctor Larry Rawdon. Instead of prescribing aerobics and strict dieting, he recommended a regimen based on… fruit juice. The most “challenging” part of this therapy is consistently cleaning the juicer and blender, but it has helped her shed nearly 20 kg of excess weight!
One important clarification: Do not undertake an extreme juice-only diet. Start with healthy vegetables and fruits such as carrots, apples, and radishes. You will be surprised to find yourself wanting to eat smaller portions and craving snacks less frequently.
While some argue that fruit juice is too high in calories and low in fiber for dieters, Dr. Larry believes this only applies to store-bought juice. In reality, fresh fruit juice can help you “crave” healthy foods, facilitating weight loss for a lifetime. Specifically, how can fruit juice benefit you?
Helps You Shed Excess Fat
The more fruits and vegetables you consume, the less your body carries excess fat. Most of us eat fewer than 3 servings of vegetables per day. Nutrition expert Maureen Keane, author of the book *Juice for Health*, states: “Some dieters hate vegetables, but they often enjoy vegetable juices. And if you replace processed foods with juice, you will revive taste buds dulled by salt and food additives. The flavor of natural foods becomes enhanced, and you begin to crave more and more of these healthy options: vegetable juices, whole fruits, soups, and salads. Once that happens, weight loss is certain.”
Provides Nutrients to Combat Hunger
Dr. Fuhrman, author of *Eat to Live*, explains: “Most of us eat quickly and do not chew thoroughly, so 80% of the nutrients we consume are not fully digested. Nutritional deficiencies are one of the reasons we experience cravings. Fruit juice can save you. By penetrating cell walls, it allows many vitamins, minerals, and super antioxidants to be absorbed immediately. The brain detects this nutrient supply and sends a message to stop our food-seeking behavior.”
A High-Quality and Effective Ingredient
Due to its lack of fiber, fruit juice allows plant sugars to be absorbed into the small intestine immediately, resulting in a quick energy boost. The absorption of fruit juice also helps build antioxidant levels in the body, promoting energy enhancement and aiding in the burning of excess calories.
Questions About Using Juice
Is it advisable to diet with canned fruit juice? Canned fruit juice is pasteurized to prevent spoilage, which destroys many nutrients during processing. Manufacturers add back vitamins and minerals, but many micronutrients cannot be replaced.
Which fruits and vegetables should you juice? The more variety of fruits and vegetables you consume, the more health benefits you will reap. Therefore, activate your creativity by combining various fruits and vegetables: carrots, grapes, apples, pears, tomatoes, broccoli, sweet peppers, herbs, and more.
How long can you store fruit and vegetable juice in the fridge? If you put fruit and vegetable juice in a sealed container, it will retain its flavor for up to 24 hours. However, it is best to drink it immediately after juicing to preserve the nutrients.
When is the best time to drink fruit juice for weight loss? Between main meals, drink juice whenever you feel hungry; you will feel satisfied and less inclined to snack. Consuming juice before a main meal can cut down 200 calories from your total energy intake.
