Smoothies Or Juices - Which Is Better?
If you are new to the game of juicing, and are lost within your studies of raw fruits and vegetables, then you might be wondering which is better, juices or smoothies? Both can be incredibly delicious, and both can be very healthy, but in the world of being a veggie or fruit vampire, its very typical for any juicer to want to know every single detail about what they are putting into their bodies. So let's do a little comparison, and see what the pros and cons are of both juices and smoothies.
To start with, smoothies are much thicker than your average juice concoction, and some times they can be very sweet. Many times they will have added honey for a little bit more of a sugary twist. One might argue that with sugar coated practices like that one, that smoothies can give any one a little bit more energy than juices, however the nutritional value that is extracted from fruits and vegetables in raw form can provide plenty of a boost.
Smoothies also may or may not contain milk, and generally never ice cream. If you are lactose intolerant this could be a problem, except that crushed ice can be an easy replacement for any dairy that would other wise be found in a smoothie. The beauty of a smoothie is that plenty can go into any mix and the taste, if not pleasant, can easily be disguised. With juice this is a little bit harder to do, but there are tricks available to the expert juicer.
Smoothies can be very expensive when purchasing pre-made, but someone who chooses to do it themselves at home can save a pretty penny. This goes for juice making as well. Like your average juices, smoothies can be made from leafy greens if desired, and most smoothie recipes are high in antioxidants, dietary fiber, and vitamins, much like home made juice.
All in all, there is very little difference between juices and smoothies, and really only in how you prepare them. It comes down to a matter of texture and small pleasure in preference. If you are new to juicing, your best bet would be to try a little of both before settling upon either or, and some people like to switch back and forth. There are plenty of recipe books for both juices and smoothies, and so a great place to start would be there. If something looks appetizing, you really can't be for certain until you try it. Take note of the ingredients and if you are curious, do a little research on the nutritional benefits of each one. Using our Juice Pedia makes it quite easy to figure out what you would want to put into your healthy smoothie.
