i want a blender that juices: Is there a vitamix that is good for liquifying veggies?
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There are several types of juicers. If you are using a centrifugal juicer you do not get all the juice out. On the other hand, the "waste" that comes out is sopping wet, right? therefore, it's got nutritional value and you could use it in bread or soup, or whatever. You don't have to throw it in the compost heap. Having said that, if you juice, please only use organic vegetables (and apples), since you're concentrating not only the nutrients but also any chemicals used on them. If you want all the fiber, you can use the Vitamix, but if you want liquid juice, a juicer is still best. You can get a triturating juicer like the Champion for a little less than you will pay for the Vitamix, or for $2500 you can buy a new Norwalk juicer (that's actually what I have). This juicer is a bit of work to use and clean up after, but when you are finished the fiber is dry, hence no waste. Good luck!
1821094
i am disappointed to hear all of this about leaking from a 400.00 appliance. I have been shopping for a powerful blender and was leaning towards the Blendtec but now am thinking the Vitamix may be the way to go.
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This blender would be comparable to the Vitamix Performance Blender line. Any blender that boasts 12 amps or 2 horse power worth of sustained energy is going to be an incredibly powerful machine. I think you would be satisfied with either really. The Oster is a better price than the performance line of Vitamix so that it a bonus with this product. I have owned this product now for a month and am constantly amazed at how much I make use of it.
829278
I'm not really sure what you mean by green vegetable juice? It will pretty much blend anything. I've added spinach and kale to my smoothies and they turn green.
1419520
I made spinach juice with mine. I would think it would work just as well for any green leafy veggie.
1199368
I had a Vitamix that I got tired of carrying back and forth to use at our lake house, so hoped to get a less expensive option in the Breville blender to use in that kitchen. I can only attest to the fact that the Breville was not able to make the quality of "smooth" smoothies that the Vitamix can. There were lots of bits of kale, spinach, carrot, etc. that made it feel disgusting (to me) to drink after being used to a truly blended smoothie that my Vitamix totally blends. I believed the reviews that said it did blend smoothies well....but certainly not kale. I returned the Breville to Amazon, and purchased the lower model Vitamix which works perfectly, despite no bells and whistles. I actually bought it in NH (no sales tax) with a BBandB coupon which was less expensive than anything online for Vitamix and same price as Breville. Since I only tried out the. Breville for vegetable and fruit smoothies, I cannot speak to how well it works for other foods. I do love my Vitamixes! The comment below about tamping is also true of the Vitamix depending on the order in which you place the ingredients in the blender. Most of the time I do not need to use it...or just run the cycle a second time to get everything blended thoroughly. It is true that the Ninja is cheaper and has more blades to help it blend well, but I find the Vitamix safer to clean....no need to even take it apart or put your hand in to clean the sides. That said, I do know that the less expensive Ninja is said to do a good job blending. I just hate having so many blades to navigate when washing. Good luck finding the right blender for your needs!
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my $20 generic magic bullet from walmart works the best and it is little ... for making smoothies. it does not juice either. i doubt the nutri bullet will if mine doesn't and this ninja blender doesn't. i am taking the plunge and purchasing a $300 juicer ... guaranteed to juice!
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The one that I had quit working after using it 3 batches!! I sent it back and used my food processor. You could use a blender to! I just steamed the veggies and stuff in a pot on the stove and blended them up works great!
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I found it to be ok...I was not happy with how it made green smoothies or almond milk so I upgraded to a vitamix. This is a good blender for the price but if you are doing recipes like almond milk and any other raw recipes you may want to consider a more powerful blender.
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Unless Vitamix makes a juicer, a Vitamix is a blender. I have one. Love it, but it's a blender. Mac-daddy of all blenders! Awesome. But it is not a juicer. I juice, then add the juice to some whole fruit, kale, whatever then into the Vitamix and make the best smoothies on earth.
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Here's a nice comparison for those thinking about getting this or a Vitamix. I found it useful.http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZI0PEviX0qg
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I have not used a Vitamix but I've read the literature on it and believe the Oster Versa and the Vitamix 1782 (for example) are in the same category- commercial grade blenders. I suggest you read the reviews for the Vitamix.
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Yes, the blender is also good for vegetable/fruit smoothies. It does pulverize and makes creamy smoothies. I like this blender very much. It has worked wonderfully.
499998
hm - check out the reviews on the Vitamix. i was seriously considering the Vitamix a couple weeks ago and the reviews turned me away from buying it. i will probably buy this model because of the rave reviews here on Amazon ... one important consideration is that the Vitamix is a "blender" with a thick product whereas we are looking for a "juicer" that will separate the bulk/fiber from the nutrients.
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This is the best blender I have ever had. Was going to buy a vitamix. Glad I didn't spend the money.
2201415
I cant answer about making "fruit slushies" but I will say that I have made a ton of Broccoli Smoothies (using frozen strawberries)... From my research I understand that vitamax blenders eat ice very well on a daily basis... They are tough (and I don't hesitate to say "industrial grade") blenders...
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No, it only squeezes juice out of fruits or vegetables. If you want smoothies, get a blender instead.