Getting started with juicing can be overwhelming and raise a lot of questions—but don't worry! In this post, you'll find the basics and everything you need to know about juicing.

We answer the following questions about juice and juicers:

1. Which ingredients are suitable for juicing?

You'll be surprised at how many fruits, vegetables, leafy greens, and herbs are suitable for juicing!
Here you will find a list of popular ingredients that are suitable for many recipes.

Ideal for juicing are solid, water-rich ingredients—they deliver a high juice yield and are easy to process. When selecting, consider the following:

• Firm = easy to juice
• Bright color = ripe
• Pleasant smell = ripe
• Heavy = juicy
  
  

Avoid soft or dry ingredients like bananas, avocados, or overripe fruit—they provide little juice and can clog your machine.

If you want to use juice specifically for your health, find out about suitable ingredients and consult your doctor.

2. How do I prepare my ingredients correctly?

Everyone has their own preferences when it comes to preparing ingredients—and that's a good thing! Here are some helpful tips and basic rules. Simply choose the methods that work for you.

3. Make your own juice recipes easily

Before we start with the recipe tips, a quick note: Is it even safe to mix fruit and vegetables?

This question comes up frequently – and yes, fruits and vegetables are digested differently, which can lead to bloating in some people.

In principle, however, it's perfectly safe to combine the two. In most recipes, fruit provides the sweetness, while vegetables balance the sugar content.

If you haven't developed your own recipes yet, start with simple combinations. With a little experimentation, you'll quickly find your favorite blends!

Start with 1-2 ingredients

Fewer, more familiar ingredients help you better assess the flavor. Once you get a feel for what goes well together, you can add more variety to your juices.

Combine ingredients with similar colors

For example, juicing celery and green grapes will produce a beautiful green juice. Mixing too many different colors, however, can result in a brownish hue—and that often looks less appetizing.

Try small amounts

It's better to prepare only 1-2 servings at a time. This way, you avoid making a large amount that you might not even like.
Tip: Make a small test juice first – if you like it, you can easily make more.

4. Juicing properly – here's how!

A juicer is easy to use – but with a few clever tips you can achieve even better results and get the most out of your fruit and vegetables.

Correct layering

If you use a hands-free juicer like the AUTO10S, we recommend the so-called layering technique:

First place soft, small and fibrous ingredients (e.g. berries, leafy greens) at the bottom of the container and then add hard and larger ingredients (e.g. carrots, apples) on top.

👉 Why? The hard ingredients help push the soft ones down. This prevents clogging and keeps the juicing process efficient.

Slow filling

With manual juicers like the REVO830 or EVO820, you should add the ingredients slowly and one at a time.

This allows the juicer to thoroughly chop and press each portion. If you fill it too quickly, the juicer may clog or work more slowly.

Another tip: Alternate between soft and hard ingredients. Ideally, finish the juicing process with a hard ingredient—this will ensure the remaining ingredients are pushed through smoothly.

💡 Example: @munching_meals added a soft tomato, then a hard carrot. One at a time, waiting until the previous one was processed. The result: A smooth, even flow of juice!

Ingredient guides

We've also created special guides for individual ingredients—e.g., celery, pineapple, leafy greens, root vegetables (like ginger & turmeric), or watermelon. Feel free to check them out!

5. How long does cold-pressed juice last?

At room temperature, you should drink fresh juice within 2 hours. It will keep in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Frozen juice can even last up to three months. Make sure to fill bottles only half or two-thirds full—liquid expands when frozen.

Some also use vacuum seals to slow oxidation and extend shelf life. Again, be sure not to fill to the brim to prevent liquid from being drawn into the vacuum sealer.

6. How often should I drink juice?

This varies from individual to individual – every body has its own needs. If in doubt, please consult your doctor or nutritionist.

Here are our three general recommendations:

Drink juice with meals

Replace your usual beverage with a glass of juice. Combining it with a meal allows your body to better absorb nutrients, while also providing you with fiber.

Drink juice as a snack

Feeling hungry between meals? A glass of juice is a great, healthy alternative to the classic snack—surprisingly filling, even without fiber!

One glass a day is enough

Please don't start a juice cleanse right away! Your body can react sensitively to sudden changes. Instead, start with one glass a day—this way you'll stick to it regularly without overdoing it.

We hope our tips help you get started! The more experience you gain, the more fun juicing will be. Happy juicing! 🥬🍎

This post is republished with permission from www.kuvingsusa.com