Juicing is a popular and easy way to lose weight.

Nonetheless, you should know about its effects on your body and how safe it is to try it. And how it impacts your health. Or you might deprive your body of nutrients it needs on a daily basis.

Juicing is widely used for cleansing the system. In processes like the cleaning the liver, juicing is extremely efficient in detoxing your system.

Here’s a basic run down about juicing so you should have an idea about nutritional advantages and disadvantages.
You can then decide if you would like to start juicing as a lifestyle and diet choice.

Pros and Cons of Juicing

It goes without saying that if you are on a complete vegan diet with fresh juices, you will need to give up meat altogether. For some people, this is an arduous task and for others it is a luxury that they can still afford. Meant has a lot of flavor, keeps you full and satisfied.

On the other hand, people who are aware of the nutritional benefits of juicing such as a dietitians and nurses make fresh juice as a snack for their families. Juices can be made with your favorite fruits combining ginger, parsley, carrots and apples. Even drinking a glass of orange juice in the morning can be good for you.

Expert Opinion on Juicing

Barr, who is a dietitian in Wilmington, Delaware says, “If you’re not big into fruits and vegetables, it’s a good way to get them in. It can help you meet daily recommendations in one drink” and be part of a healthy diet.

Despite this, Barr says, "But you shouldn't count on juicing as your sole source of fruits and vegetables."
You might need about four servings of vegetables and up to nine servings of fruits, depending on your nutritional requirements.

Founder of Eating Free, a program to manage weight, Manuel Villacorta and an Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics spokesman said in a WebMD report, "Don’t think because you’re juicing that you’re off the hook with eating fruits and vegetables.”

Supplement Foods to Balance Juicing

Rather, look at your complete balanced nutritional outlook and perhaps add yougurt or other low protein snacks to your diet to compensate for nutrition you’re not getting from your juices.

Aim to eat two whole fruits, and three to four vegetables a day. They should come in different colors, as the colors have different vitamins and minerals, Barr says.