What's the best juicer?

We have an Omega, which is really good. It can handle all vegetables and fruits (including citrus), and is supposed to be able to do wheat grass (haven't tried it for that). It can also grind nut butter and meat, but haven't tried that yet either.

They're expensive, but I found a good deal somewhere on the net (been awhile, so I can't remember exactly).

Do you want pulp or no pulp? Some Crohnies like/need the fiber, while others seem to do far better without it.

We have an Omega, too. It removes all the pulp, but you could always add some back in if you wish. It has been worth every penny spent because it is heavy duty, super easy to clean, and I understand that all parts can be replaced if necessary--haven't needed to yet. It does all that spooky said--yes even wheat grass, which is difficult for most juicers.

Let me know if you're interested. I think I still know the site where I purchased it for about $50 less than most places!

newfoundsun said...
Anyone try the Jack Lalane?

Ugh! Yes! I bought that one, tried it once and promptly boxed it up and returned it. It was cheaply made out of thin plastic parts and I could see that it would not survive the test of time. I was also not impressed with its juicing ability, but I can't remember now exactly what I didn't like. I am quite certain it would have trouble juicing any greens (wheat grass, spinach, etc.), and greens are one of the more important things to be juicing. Jack's is a "centrifugal" type juicer. I don't think they handle greens very well.

Also, if you read articles by serious juicers, they say that any "centrifugal" juicer is inferior because there is a certain amount of heat generated during the high-rate spinning which can damage or kill the delicate, yet vital plant enzymes which you are trying to preserve. The Omega and Champion (another brand that's almost identical) are both "masticating" juicers. Rather than high-rate spinning, masticating juicers slowly smash the veggies into submission.

I will send you that link, newfoundsun!

Yes, post the link!  Also, what model of Omega do you have?  I'm sure there are a few....

I am going to buy a juicer as well. Just haven't gotten around to doing the research yet so this is a great thread! I think I am going to go with a breville juice fountain (I read a lot of food blogs and a lot of them seem to use this one). My birthday is next week so it's a good time for me to get one!

p.s. any cool juice combinations in mind yet? I am thinking there will be a lot of apple/carrot/ginger/cucumber juices going on!

Phew!!!... it took me quite a while to find the link, but I'm 95% sure this is the one. If you scroll down to about the middle of the page you will see the juicers pictures with the words "call or email us to ask for our 'unadvertised Omega special.'" I called and got the discount. It may have been only $30 off, though...I just can't remember for sure. The free shipping is nice, too.

http://www.everythingkitchens.com/omega8005juicer.html

newfoundsun, I have the Omega 8005 in chrome and black.

Kyle, I remember looking at the green star when I was in the market. You are right...very pricey!!! I bet they're great, though!

sickandlucky, that combo sounds GREAT! I always forget about fresh ginger, yet I usually always have some on hand. We do a lot of apple/carrot/celery/parsley/spinach juice. I love the flavor of parsley in it, and it qualifies as a "green". Also, Celtic Sea Salt--just a pinch or two!!! It makes all the flavors POP and adds trace minerals that you cannot get anywhere else on earth!

Folks, remember to juice if you think you're coming down with a cold, sore throat, whatever! Skip the fruit juice and go for the veggie. I am always AMAZED at how juicing--specifically VEGGIE juice w/GREENS--will stop 9 out of 10 colds in their tracks! I've even juiced in the middle of the night if I awoke with a sore throat, only to wake in the morning with NO SYMPTOMS! If you get hit hard with a cold, keep juicing for its duration--3 times a day, if you can. It will do wonders!

Question????? I get sick eating most veg esp greens (salads come out the same way they went in) does juicing make it so you can digest them?????? If so could be something to try cause i loose alot of vitamins cause i hardly eat any fruits or veg.

What I want now is a Vitamix because I want to start drinking green smoothies. They can pulverize greens until they're smooth!

No, I don't have a Cuisinart, or anything else that can just have an attachement.  And thank you!  So I guess I just have to settle for buying a juicer.

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I have a Champion 2000+ Juicer and I LOVE it for juicing fruits and veggies - no pulp at all. It was quite pricey - but so worth it.

I use it quite often to make veggie/fruit combos....

Thanks everyone!  I will start reserching all the brands that were listed as great, and see what I can come up with!  Please keep posting other information if you have it!

Me too, I don't see it either.