Tricks To Make Jus Fresher, Avoid These 7 Mistakes

JAKARTA - Making juices from fruit and vegetables is a practical way to enjoy various important nutrients. However, many people unknowingly make mistakes when making juice so that the benefits are not optimal, causing an unfavorable impact on health.

Here are some common errors when making juices and how to avoid them, as reported by the Mashed.com page.

1. Don't Pay Attention To The Type Of Juicer

The type of charmer used greatly affects the quality of juice. Centrifugal juices work fast but tend to produce juices with lower nutritional content. Juicer masticating (slowsaher) works slowly, suppresses the ingredients strongly, and produces juices that are more rich in vitamins and minerals. Choose according to your needs. If the nutritional quality is more important, slow cooker can be a better choice.

2. Choose Unsuitable Fruit As Jus

Not all fruit can be used as juice. Bananas, avocados, mangoes, Arabs, coconuts, and rhubarb should not be juiced because the texture is not suitable. The result is only fruit porridge, not juice. In addition, some parts of the plant such as hubarb leaves, the top of the carrots, and orange peel can be dangerous if processed into juice because it contains toxic substances.

3. Don't Choose Organic Materials Or Don't Wash Well

Non-organic fruits and vegetables often contain pesticide residue. Although it can't always buy organic products because the price is more expensive, at least make sure you wash the ingredients clean. Soaking it in cold water mixed with a little vinegar for a few minutes can help reduce pesticides.

4. Too Many Green Vegetables

Green Jus is popular and rich in benefits, such as supporting digestion and heart health. However, if too many, it can cause problems, such as:

- The fiber is lost when pressed.

- Oxalat content from spinach or excessive bits can endanger the kidneys.

- The addition of excessive fruit to cover the bitter taste can increase sugar levels in juice.

The key is balanced and not excessive.

5. Too Many Fruits

Consumption of large amounts of fruit juice can increase blood sugar levels due to the loss of fiber that usually slows sugar absorption.

Tips are combining fruit with vegetables, or making smoothie so that fiber is maintained. Choose colorful fruit to get a variety of vitamins and antioxidants.

6. Not Directly Drinking Jus After Created

Fresh Jus should be drunk immediately. The longer left, the greater the risk of being contaminated with bacteria, even though it is stored in the refrigerator. If you have to leave it in an ice stone mold for reuse.

7. Not using Cold Pressed Method

The cold pressed method produces juice with higher nutritional content, such as vitamins A, B, C, K, folate, and potassium. Jus is indeed healthier, but still needs to be consumed wisely and not excessively