Keeping up with my monthly goals

One of my goals this month is to juice once a week, I am sticking to my goal. At first I really thought juicing was disgusting but now I enjoy it. 

People seem to think that if they make a juice it will replace their meal or their fruit and vegetable intake for the day and this is not true. It adds nutrients and possibly a serving or two to your day but should not replace. Juicing has it's pros and cons. 

Pros
-Contains vitamins and nutrients
-Juicing is better than drinking "Fruit Juice". Less sugar = less fat. 
-Boosts Immune System
-Aids Digestion
-Increased Energy Level

Cons
-Expensive (Juicers are not cheap)
-Fruit & Vegetables can be expensive

-It is recommended to drink the same day you juice. 
-Fresh squeezed can develop bacteria.
-The pulp in fruit contains fiber, juicing removes it. 

Suggestions

If you decide to take up juicing I suggest to do it maybe 2x a week. Go to your local farmer's market for fruits & veggies or buy the ones that are in season. This will help keep your expenses down. Also keep an eye out for juicers on Groupon. Start juicing your fruits and veggies that are about to go bad. (Please don't waste food).

I hope everyone is having a healthy week! 

<3 Diana

xoxoxoxo