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Is Strawberry Kiwi Juice Healthy?

4 min read
While a glass of strawberry kiwi juice can provide a dose of vitamin C, many store-bought varieties contain significant amounts of added sugar, potentially undermining their perceived health benefits. This disparity between homemade and commercial versions is crucial for understanding its true nutritional value.

How Expensive is Juicing? A Complete Cost Breakdown

4 min read
Juicing at home can be significantly cheaper than buying fresh juice from a cafe, with one analysis finding that homemade carrot juice can cost less than a third of its store-bought equivalent per ounce. The overall cost, however, is heavily influenced by your initial equipment investment and ongoing spending on ingredients.

Does Freshly Squeezed Orange Juice Have More Vitamin C? The Surprising Truth

3 min read
A 2024 study found that while freshly squeezed orange juice starts with a higher vitamin C concentration, its levels degrade significantly over time due to oxidation. This surprising fact challenges the common assumption that freshly pressed is always superior and begs the question: Does freshly squeezed orange juice have more vitamin C than its store-bought counterparts in the long run?

Is Freshly Squeezed Orange Juice Healthier Than Store-Bought?

4 min read
According to one study, store-bought orange juice can have up to 15% less vitamin C and 27% less folate compared to its home-squeezed equivalent. The perception that 'fresh is best' has long been a part of health consciousness, particularly for juices. But does this hold true across all nutritional factors?

Does Fresh Squeezed Orange Juice Have Less Sugar Than Store-Bought?

4 min read
An average 8-ounce glass of orange juice contains around 23 grams of sugar, a figure surprisingly similar for both fresh-pressed and commercially processed varieties. This might lead you to wonder: does fresh squeezed orange juice have less sugar than store-bought options? The answer is more complex than a simple yes or no, hinging on the type of store-bought juice and the nuances of sugar content.

Decoding Labels: Which Store-Bought Juice is the Healthiest?

5 min read
According to the Dietary Guidelines for Americans 2020-2025, many popular juice products are little more than sugar water, making it crucial to know which store-bought juice is the healthiest. The best choices are 100% juice, which offer a nutrient-dense option to supplement your fruit and vegetable intake without added sweeteners.