Juicing vs Blending: What's Better? – Explained by Dr.Berg

Summary

In this video, Dr. Bur discusses the benefits of juicing versus blending, emphasizing the advantages of blending for most people. While juicing is great for chronic health conditions, blending offers more fiber, which helps regulate insulin and supports gut health. Dr. Bur shares his personal routine of making nutrient-dense shakes with kale, parsley, berries, lemon juice, and wheatgrass powder to support liver health, skin healing, and overall vitality. He explains the importance of these ingredients for a balanced, energizing diet and encourages viewers to experiment with this approach for better health.

Takeaways

• 😀 Juicing is beneficial for chronic health conditions like illness recovery or chemo, as it allows concentrated vegetables in a small amount, but be mindful of fruit adding sugar spikes.
• 🍏 Blending is better for the general population, as it includes the whole vegetable and fiber, which helps regulate insulin response and supports gut health.
• 🥦 Fiber in blended vegetables slows down insulin spikes and feeds the trillions of beneficial microbes in the gut, which helps maintain overall health.
• 🍇 It's best to blend vegetables with small amounts of berries to balance taste and add fiber, helping with metabolism and digestion.
• 🍋 Lemon juice, particularly from volcanic ash-grown Italian lemons, is a great addition to smoothies, as it helps prevent kidney stones and adds a refreshing citrus flavor.
• 🌿 Wheatgrass juice powder, added to smoothies, provides additional benefits like promoting skin healing, improving gut health, and supporting collagen production.
• 🥕 Adding kale and parsley to the smoothie enhances vitamin A, phytonutrients, liver health, and fat metabolism, especially for liver detoxification.
• 🍓 A little bit of berries can offset the bitterness of leafy greens, making the smoothie tastier while still being nutritious and low-sugar.
• 🍃 Kale shakes, made with frozen organic kale and parsley, can be stored for convenience and provide nutrients to support overall wellness and detoxification.
• 🥤 Drinking kale shakes a few times a week, along with eating salads on other days, helps maintain regular intake of greens, supports liver health, and boosts energy and hydration levels.
• ⚡ Consuming kale shakes can lead to increased oxygen levels in the body, making breathing easier and boosting overall vitality.

Q & A

What are the advantages of juicing according to Dr. Bur?

Juicing is beneficial for individuals with chronic health issues, like recovering from chemotherapy or dealing with diseases. It allows for a concentrated intake of vegetables in a small amount, making it easy to consume.

Why is juicing considered a problem when it involves fruit?

Adding fruit to green juices, such as apples or pears, spikes the sugar content, which can lead to an insulin response. Even juices like carrot juice contain a lot of sugar, which is a concern for blood sugar control.

What is recommended for the majority of the population, juicing or blending?

Blending is recommended for most people because it retains the whole vegetable, including its fiber, which helps buffer insulin spikes and supports gut health.

How does fiber impact insulin response and gut health?

Fiber slows down the insulin spike after eating and feeds the gut's microbes. These microbes thrive on vegetable fiber, contributing to a healthy digestive system.

What type of vegetables does Dr. Bur recommend for blending?

Dr. Bur recommends kale and parsley. Kale is rich in vitamin A and phytonutrients, while parsley is a bitter vegetable that, when combined with other ingredients like beetroot, creates a powerful, nutrient-packed shake.

Why does Dr. Bur freeze kale and parsley?

Dr. Bur freezes kale and parsley to preserve their freshness, making them last longer and ensuring they're always ready for use in his shakes.

What is the purpose of adding berries to the blend?

Berries are added to balance the bitterness of kale and parsley, and they offer additional nutrients without causing significant weight gain for most people.

What is the benefit of adding lemon juice to the shake?

Lemon juice, particularly from the Italian Volano variety, is beneficial for preventing kidney stones and providing a refreshing citrus taste to the shake.

Why does Dr. Bur use wheatgrass juice powder in his shake?

Wheatgrass juice powder is included for its healing properties, particularly in skin repair. It's known to support collagen production, aid in skin healing, and help with internal issues like irritable bowel syndrome.

How does Dr. Bur feel after drinking his kale-based shakes?

Dr. Bur feels more hydrated, has better liver function, and experiences improved oxygen levels in his body, which helps him breathe better. If he misses a shake, he feels less bright.