On Smoothies and Saliva/Chewing

[jyakulis]

Hey all,

Just a quick question. Recently I've found that I love smoothies. It's just wayyyyyy less work than juicing. Plus you get the whole fruit...what's not to love. However, I was reading Power Healing, a new book I ordered. And the author said it was important we chew our food carefully because the saliva in the mouth mixes with the food and aids digestion. Well, with a smoothie you are bypassing this essentially. Just looking at it casually I'd say I'm thinking too hard about the whole thing, but I wanted some other folks opinions.

Thanks

[Raw Angel Mom]

I use a straw, i find that it helps to mix well in my mouth.

Digestion start without question in the mouth.

I love smoothie too for the same reason, i do want to juice more though because of other benefit that you obtain from doing this.


All the best!

[jyakulis]

Hmm, yeah I guess I can just sip it slowly too.

[Living Food]

Chew your smoothies. This may seem weird at first, but it is very important for digestion and eventually you will get used to it. Just swish each mouthful around in your mouth and chew for a while before swallowing.

Remember: Drink your solids and chew your liquids.