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I was especially intrigued by phytochemicals - compounds found in my vegetables used during juice fasting. By the way, I highly recommend you read The Miracle of Fasting: Proven Throughout History for Physical, Mental & Spiritual Rejuvenation - by Paul and Patricia Bragg.
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Disease Prevention
So, in relation to these phytochemicals, I was truly astonished these compounds could actually prevent deadly diseases as cancer, asthma, heart disease, allergies etc. That, to me, is simply mind-boggling - especially considering the alarming rate at which these diseases are spreading in the US.
One thing is certain, phytochemical compounds may someday change the way we think about food. That is why I also insist on the miracle of juice fasting and how EVERYONE would be better of if they incorporated it into their lifestyles. Ok, a little bit of the science related to these healing compounds. These scientific words are hard to pronounce, but here we go: A phytochemical called Diindolylmethane found in broccoli, cawliflower, cabbage,and kale, for example, is used as a treatment for recurring respiratory disease and a variety of cancers. Amazing.
This combination actually helped a friend of mine heal from cancer. Little by little, she was able to end the chemotherapy that was killing her faster than the actual disease.
And the miracle of juice fasting is no new discovery. The National Cancer Society recommends consumption of 5 servings of fruit and 3 of vegetables daily. A diet high in fruits and vegetables, the society concludes, can prevent and/or cure a wide variety of diseases.
Why? I would say that phytochemical nutrients are one of the primary reasons. Broccoli, for instance, contains a phytochemical called diindolylmethane that, it is said, can help prevent breast cancer. Miracle of juice fasting!
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Anti-Carcinogen Citrus
Meanwhile, citrus foods as lemons, oranges and grapefruits, make it easier for your body to flush out carcinogens.
Grapes contain a phytochemical that appears to protect each cells' DNA from damage.
That is, yet again, the amazing miracle of juice fasting. Imagine what juice fasting could do for you if you adopted it as a lifestyle.
I recommend doing a 14 to 60-day juice fast for initial cleansing and detoxification, and THEN continuing to drink raw fruits and vegetables on a daily basis.
I have no doubt your life, weight and health would be transformed, Revolutionized.
Phytochemical-rich Foods
Here are the Top 10 top phytonutrient rich foods and the relevant disease-fighting compounds (this is just as a reference to you.
I am not going to turn this into a scientific discussion, but it is good to have a working knowledge so as to enhance the juice fasting experience:
Soy – protease inhibitors, beta sitosterol, saponins, phytic acid, isoflavones. Tomato – lycopene, beta carotene, Vitamin C. Broccoli – Vitamin C, 3,3'-Diindolylmethane, sulphoraphane, lignans and selenium. Barlic – thiosulphonates, limonene, quercitin. Flax seeds – lignans. Citrus Fruits – monoterpenes, coumarin, cryptoxanthin, Vitamin C, ferulic acid and oxalic acid.
Blueberries – tannic acid, lignans, anthocyanins. Sweet potatoes – beta carotene. Chilli Peppers – capsaicin. Legumes: beans, peas, lentils – omega fatty acids, saponins, catechins, quercitin, lutein and lignans.
Exotic & Anti-oxidant Species
Phew! That was a mouthful. Hope this gives you plenty of reason to become a believer in the miracle of juice fasting. More than a dozen industry publications on functional foods and beverages have also referred to various exotic or antioxidant species as superfruits, some of which are shown in the list below with their respective disease-fighting compounds. Yes, another list - but let this be a prelude to our juice fasting recipes page.
Apples– quercetin, catechins, tartaric acid. Açaí Berries– dietary fiber, anthocyanins, omega-3, omega-6, Beta-sitosterol. (Note: Açaí is the highest scoring plant food (spices excepted) for antioxidant value. Dried apricots. Artichoke– silymarin, caffeic acid, ferulic acid. Brassicates: kale, cabbage and brussels sprouts. Cauliflower– lutein. Carrots– beta-carotene. Cocoa – flavonoids, epicatechin. Cranberries. Pink grapefruit – lycopene. Red grapes & Wine– quercitin, resveratrol, catechins, ellagic acid.Green tea–quercitin, catechins and oxalic acid.
Mangos– cryptoxanthin. Olive oil – Monounsaturated fat.Onions– quercitin and thiosulphonates. Papaya– cryptoxanthin.Bell peppers – Beta-carotene, vitamin C. Pomegranate- Vitamin C, Tannins - especially Punicalagins. Pumpkin– lignans and carotenes. Spinach– oxalic acid, lutein, zeaxanthin. Watermelon– lycopene zeaxanthin, sulphoraphane and indole-3-carbinol.
The Right Mix
Just looking at those two lists briefly can give you an idea of the powerful miracle of juice fasting and the amazing number of combinations you can learn to prepare. One of the things we will discuss in the recipe page is actually mixing the right combination of fruits and vegetables. Vegetables are lower in calories than fruit juices.
Almost all kinds of vegetables can be juiced. Some miracle of juice fasting vegetables that you can combine daily are: carrots, parsnips, cabbage, beets, celery, cucumbers, broccoli and burdock root. The leafy greens are: kale, collards, parsley, wheatgrass, lettuces, dandelion, and watercress. Spinach and beet have a very strong taste and should be juiced in small quantities You can also mix them with milder tasting juices such as carrot, celery or apple.
Preparing and Storing the Juice
I recommend that you drink the juice upon preparation. However, you can also prepare your juice recipe for more than one day and refrigerate it for up to 24 hours in a glass, airtight jar. There should be minimum air going into the jar because oxygen can damage the juice. Wrap the jar with aluminum foil to blackout all light which can also compromise the juice.
Take it out 30 minutes prior to drinking, because it should be consumed at room temperature for better digestion. It is NOT recommended that you turn this into a miracle of juice fasting frozen drink. Add some ice to make it palatable, but not too much! Part of the miracle of juice fasting is actually drinking the juice in "as close to room temperature as possible."
Leave fruits and vegetables in room temperature overnight - prior to juice preparation. Seeds: You may alternate grounded sunflower, pumpkin and sesame seeds.
Protein powders
You can add protein powders. My favorite is whey and rice protein. You can also use soy. Although, recent studies have shown that soy (in large quantities) could block the intestinal tract’s uptake of essential minerals, including calcium and magnesium.
This, studies indicate, interferes with zinc absorption and creates a so called “spacey” feeling. With an investment of a few hundred dollars anyone can set up their own juice bar, making the miracle of juice fasting a regular part of their daily diet.
Juice extractors can be used with fruits and vegetables. They produce more juice than normal juicer appliances.
Now let me give you some Fasting Juice Recipes you can start practicing right away (the next page goes more in depht with recipes, ingredients and an ongoing discussion of the miracle of juice fasting):
Fruits Watermelon - juice the whole watermelon with rind and seeds. Bananas: peel skin off. Apples: experiment with a wide variety of red and green ones. Peaches: peel skin off. Pears: cut the stems and juice the rest, including skin. Oranges: keep at room temperature, they give less juice when cold. Roll oranges in hard surface to soften and then cut in half. The best for juicing are; honey tangerine (sweet oranges) of Florida and Valence oranges.
Popular Recipes
Citrus mornings: Two peeled tangerines One Pink Grapefruit (peeled) Two Oranges (peeled) 1/4th Oz. Liquid Ginger
Kidney Cleanser: Two Apples, with skin Six Watermelon Triangles Two Pears, with skin
Detoxifier: Three Apples, with skin One Pink Grapefruit One Lime
For Energy: Two Oranges, peeled Two Carrots ½ Inch Ginger Root Three Papaya Slices (no seeds) Three Apples (with skin) 1 Cup of Cubed Pineapples 1 Tablespoon of Green Algae
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