12 Myths about the effects of natural juices and their health benefits

Among so many miraculous recipes for a long and healthy life, theories can arise, especially on the internet, about the benefits of one or another food that often have no scientific basis. This is the case with natural juices. Although fruits — in general — apparently only “do well”, it is necessary to be well informed about the real properties of each one, before believing in their effectiveness for certain purposes.

With that in mind, the editorial incredible.club was researching some beliefs about natural juices that circulate on the internet, to discover what is myth and what is true when it comes to the benefits of these drinks. Follow with us!

Myth: green juice is so nutritious that it can replace a meal.

Fact: unless there is specific guidance from a qualified professional, from a nutritional point of view, this switch should not be made. Green juice is nutritious and helps with nutrient absorption, being essential for food rotation.

Myth: reinforcing the consumption of vitamin C helps to keep the immune system stronger and more protected, especially against colds and flu, and alone it can fight them.

Fact: Good immunity depends on a healthy diet, among other factors. Thus, although orange juice brings many health benefits, it is not enough to just consume more vitamin C to have the immune system alert against diseases.

Myth: healthy breakfast necessarily have a jug of orange juice on the table.

Fact: it is advisable that citrus drinks be avoided by people with a sensitive stomach, because, when reaching an empty stomach, orange juice (and other citrus fruits, such as lemon) can trigger gastritis crises. That’s because the high concentration of acid will hit the stomach walls, causing the nuisance. To avoid it, you can accompany the juice with fibrous foods, or leave it to consume it later.

Myth: drinking watermelon juice after exercise helps the muscle to recover.

Fact: watermelon has moisturizing properties and is a rich source of magnesium, calcium and phosphorus. Although they are important elements for muscle health, there is still a fundamental nutrient missing: protein. Therefore, watermelon can help you regain energy and hydration, but not muscle.

Myth: pineapple contains a lot of sugar, therefore, it is very caloric, which can lead to weight gain.

Fact: Rich in manganese and vitamin C, about 87% of pineapple is made up of water. Thus, the fruit is not caloric but nutritious. On average, one cup of the food has only 82 calories and one gram of fat.

Myth: Grape juice contains alcohol.

Fact: the juice production process differs from that used to make wine. Because it is not fermented, the juice does not contain alcohol. Thus, it can be consumed, peacefully, by all people, taking advantage of all its benefits.

Myth: The best time to drink detox juice is on an empty stomach.

Fact: intake at this time of day is not prohibited and enhances the absorption of nutrients. However, if the objective is to provide detoxification and ensure energy, the ideal time to drink this type of juice is in the afternoon or evening.

Myth: lemon juice speeds up metabolism and with that alone will help with weight loss.

Fact: despite promoting a feeling of satiety, due to the concentration of fibers, there are no thermogenic properties in lemon. Thus, it can be part of a healthy diet that leads to weight loss, but alone it will hardly bring this result.

Myth: green juice, really, is the one made only with cabbage.

Fact: green juice can — and should! — rely on variations to ensure nutritional richness. The idea is to enrich it with functional foods such as ginger and chia. In addition, kale can be exchanged for watercress, spinach and arugula.

Myth: Mixing mango with milk is bad for your health, and may even lead to death.

Fact: The fruit has many benefits and is good for health. In combination with milk, it is even healthier. Combining protein, phosphorus and magnesium, present in milk, with vitamin A, iron and other nutrients from mango, creates a highly nutritious and beneficial drink.

Myth: passion fruit juice works as a tranquilizer and even works to help you sleep better.

Fact: passion fruit leaves have therapeutic properties. In addition to reducing anxiety, they also help with pain and inflammation. Therefore, although the fruit can also have this quality, a tea with passion fruit leaves can be more effective than fruit juice for this purpose.

Myth: Adding more fruit is ideal for “boosting” the juice, making the drink more nutritious and healthy.

Fact: not all fruits and vegetables interact well with each other. So it’s better to take it easy when putting everything in the blender at once! Excess fruit can generate a sugar “bomb”, overloading the liver and, consequently, the proper functioning of the body.

How many of these statements have many of us heard throughout our lives, right? Therefore, it is always important to have professional guidance before adopting a different habit in the diet. Which of these myths do you believe in? Tell us in the comments!