Juicing vs. Blending: What’s the Difference?



Health-seekers around the globe are discovering the health benefits of juices and smoothies. Smoothies and juices have many similarities, both provide a boost of energy, they are nutrient-dense, free from heat processing, easy to digest, and delicious. However, there are many differences between juices and smoothies as well. Many people may think juices and smoothies provide the same nutritional benefits, this is not always true.

 

The main difference between smoothies and juices is the fact that the fiber remains in smoothies, where it is removed for the juice. This doesn’t necessarily make smoothies better, but it is definitely an added benefit. Here are some of the benefits and disadvantages to juicing vs. blending:

 

Juicing:

Benefits of choosing a juice over a smoothie include more concentrated minerals, vitamins and enzymes. This means that you have to drink less of the juice to get the same amount of nutrients. Some experts also believe that nutrients in juices are easier for the body to absorb. Juices are also easier to digest because they are free of the fiber. When the digestive system is given a break, other parts of your body can focus on healing. This is a reason many people do juice fasts or cleanses.?

 

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