Say Goodbye to Your Smoothie Maker or Blender: Here Are Three Compelling Reasons Why

Smoothies have recently been growing popular which is changing the approach towards food consumption. Modern-day smoothies are more than mere drinks – an all-encompassing phenomenon that appeals to health nuts as well as average people. However, this is not just a phenomenon of drinking fruit mixed juice smoothies, but a more comprehensive shift into a comprehensive approach to health whereby the combination of flavours and nutrition, as well as convenience, are concerned.

Why Say No To A Smoothie Blender

Dr. Dimple Jangda, an Ayurvedic practitioner, sheds light on the downsides of using smoothie blenders, revealing how the unconventional combinations of ingredients may compromise overall well-being. With a holistic perspective, she articulates the potential drawbacks, emphasizing the importance of mindful choices in blending to align with optimal health according to Ayurvedic principles. Dr. Jangda's shares three reasons below that make you rethink about your mix and the smoothie blender.

Eliminates the Digestion Process

The importance of the natural digestion process that begins in the mouth. Making a smoothie bypasses the chewing process, which normally triggers the production of saliva-containing enzymes crucial for digestion. The act of chewing is essential for breaking down carbohydrates in the mouth, ensuring proper digestion and preventing undigested food from reaching the large intestine, potentially causing issues like triggering cancer cells. God gave you 32 teeth for a reason, you must use it.

Wrong Combinations Used in Blender

Mixing incorrect combinations of ingredients in the blender is something that should be thought about. Mixing milk or yoghurt with fruits can lead to undigested metabolic waste due to chemical reactions between lactic acid and fruit acids, potentially causing skin diseases. Additionally, certain vegetables, like spinach, are better suited for cooking rather than blending, emphasizing the importance of appropriate food pairings to promote optimal digestion and overall health.

Importance of Cooking

Third is the significance of the cooking process. Fire, an age-old invention, aids in breaking down the complex structure of food, facilitating the digestion process. Cooking renders food more accessible for absorption and assimilation in the body, highlighting the role of fire in maintaining internal warmth and optimizing nutrient absorption. Thus, cooking should not be eliminated from one's diet as it can improve overall well-being.

Thought, almond milk, coconut milk, and dry fruit smoothies are exceptions. These ingredients share common food groups, making them suitable for blending without compromising the natural digestive processes stressed in the earlier points.

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Think twice when heading for a smoothie next time!