I have to say I am pretty blown away with the Vita-Mix blender since I stumbled across it a few days ago. It is on the top of my list of things I want to buy. As soon as I have it, I will write a full informative product review for others who are considering whether or not to buy it. I am so excited about it though that I wanted to share it with you now!
So what is so great about the Vitamix?
Research shows that phytonutrients and antioxidants in whole foods can significantly reduce damage to the cells by free radicals. The hard part is getting these essential chemicals into a digestible form as they’re locked inside skin, pulp and seeds. The Vitamix® machine ruptures the cell walls of fresh, whole foods to deliver the full benefit of nutrients. A recent study by the Health Research and Studies Centre showed that tomatoes processed in the Vitamix® machine delivered over three times more lycopene (a powerful antioxidant) than tomatoes prepared in a juicer or eaten whole. This can help prevent people from wasting up to 70% of their food. People on a liquid diet can get this product re-imbursed by their health insurance as it is seen as a medical device. Cancer centres all over the world use this because it gives people 98 percent of the nutritional value and antioxidants of raw fruits and vegetables compared to the average 25% you get from chewing with your teeth.
Well I love anything that can help me lead a healthier lifestyle and reduce the amount of money I spend on food and health supplements so when I saw this I was very intrigued. I think this will cut down on my food bills, as I will waste less food and spend less on processed things that are ready made. I can also make ‘must go’ soups – a great way to use up everything that ‘must go’ in my fridge. Even last night’s leftovers! I also think it will help me to eat healthier by getting more antioxidants from the raw food into my diet, especially the soups. I also like it because I can make a lot of my own recipes for low fat alternatives that I cant find in the shop or that are very expensive.
There are over 65 uses for the Vita-Mix but I have listed below my favourites:
1 & 2 The Most Nutritious Juice & Smoothies - Unlike a juicer or a regular blender - which can get rid of as much as 70% of the nutritional benefit (and money spent) - there is almost no waste from a Vitamix® machine. For example, an apple’s seeds and skin provide a high percentage of the fruit’s nutritional benefit. So does the green stems of strawberries, white part of an orange, middle of a pineapple, seeds of a grape etc...The Vitamix® machine is the only kitchen appliance that breaks down the cell walls to provide the full benefit of nutrients in a whole food juice. If you add Flaxseeds or Cacao nibs it will also turn these into digestible powders.
3. Hot Soup From Raw Vegetables - leaving you with all the nutritional and antioxidant value of raw veggies in minutes.
4. All Natural Ice Cream With No Preservatives - You can even make tasty green ice cream with spinach in it that tastes great but still gives you great nutritional value. You can also make regular full fat types of delicious chocolate, vanilla, banana etc...when you want to indulge. Freeze left overs in the fridge for later. Vegans can also make dairy free ice cream easily.
5. Gorgeous All Natural Sorbets Made From Your Favourite Fruits.
6. Scrambled Eggs - simply made in 1 minute, nice and fluffy, no burning, easy to clean up.
7. Blend Your Coffee Beans Into Powder
8. Hot Fondue Sauces - Cheese & chocolate
9. Ground Beef or Turkey From Whole Pieces of Meat So You Know What You Are Eating
10, 11, 12. Restaurant Quality Frozen Cocktails, Frappucinos and Snow Cones.
13. Salsa, Guacomole, Hummus & Other Dips
14. Homemade Tomato Sauce With 3 Times More Nutritional Value
15 & 16. Dressings for Salads & Fruit Syrups for Ice cream and Pancakes
17. Whip up Fresh Cream For Deserts
18. Turn Sugar into Powder
19. Make Fresh Pesto Sauce & Mayonaise (low fat options)
20, 21, 22. Breadcrumbs, Coleslaw, Batter for Cakes, Brownies, Pancakes etc.
23. It Crushes Ice
24. Chops Vegetables Like a Food Processor
25. Peanut Butter
One of my favourite parts about this product is that you can turn it on self clean with a little fairy liquid. Compared to most blenders this is a dream come true. With a seperate attachment you can also make dough for cakes and bread.
There are a range of models that all have similar functions at a range of price points all available on Amazon. They are expensive but I think this product will pay for itself after a couple of months when you feel healthier and you waste a lot less food.
All of the reviews I have read on this are great. I think this is the best video I have seen on it but the quality isnt great!
