Juicing With Kale

Juicing with kale may sound a bit extreme if you’re just learning how to juice. Because yes, it is that green thing that was occasionally boiled into submission in your elementary school cafeteria. De-powered of all nutritional value. Who didn’t frown upon spotting that little tan bowl on the tray?

As it turns out, kale has been grossly wronged. It’s actually a beautiful, vibrant green color, set on a stalk with curly edges as pretty as the eyelashes on a blue-eyed toddler.

Kale and I became reacquainted when I got interested in juicing. And yes, I’ll admit I steered clear of the recipes touting kale as a nutrition powerhouse. Cafeteria memories and all that.

Only, I kept seeing those descriptions, and curiosity got the better of me. What could it hurt to add one little piece to my juice?

The first time I saw that vivid green dripping from the juicer into the pitcher, I was struck by just how rich it looked. Like liquid gold, actually. And based on what all it can do for our health, I guess it kind of is. Check out this link for some kale bragging and the benefits of juicing.

 

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Inglath Cooper

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