Why Juicing Every Morning Sets the Tone for Health
Daily juicing is more than just nutrition—it’s a system for maintaining stability when living with POTS. While the effects aren’t instantly noticeable, this routine ensures your body consistently receives essential nutrients. By having a structured, stress-free approach, you remove the guesswork from health maintenance.
Making Juicing Easy, Even on Hard Days
On challenging days when symptoms make movement difficult, the key to keeping juicing effortless is organization. Instead of searching for individual ingredients, everything is grouped into easy-access storage bins:
- 2 Countertop bins: Spices, seeds, and powders
- 2 Refrigerator bins: Fruits and vegetables
- 1-2 Supplement bins: Daily vitamins and minerals
This setup eliminates unnecessary steps. What might normally require 50 separate motions now takes only two—grab the bins, pull out what’s needed, and start juicing. Organization is critical, not just for convenience but for ensuring consistency, no matter how difficult the day is.
Choosing Ingredients That Work
Every ingredient serves a specific purpose. Some support overall health, while others target POTS symptoms and inflammation:
- Spinach/Kale – High in electrolytes, essential for blood volume support
- Salt – A necessity for POTS hydration and circulation
- Turmeric – Anti-inflammatory properties to aid overall wellness
- Yeast Flakes – Provides crucial B vitamins
- Creatine – Supports cellular energy and recovery
- Ginger Root – Helps with digestion and circulation
- Protein Powder – Vital for flavor, balances nutrition
- Minimal Fruit (Berries, Banana, Apple/Kiwi) – Natural sweetness without excess sugar
Finding the right balance ensures the juice is enjoyable yet effective. The addition of protein powder is particularly important for taste, eliminating the bitterness often associated with greens.
Psychological Benefits: Confidence in Nutrition
Beyond physical health, this routine provides mental reassurance. Making juicing a daily habit builds confidence—knowing that you’ve started your day with essential nutrients removes stress about meal planning. Instead of worrying about whether you’re eating well for the rest of the day, this system frees up your choices, allowing flexibility without guilt.
The Right Tools Make It Sustainable
Why the Vitamix is Essential
A standard blender makes juicing difficult. Weak motors struggle with tougher ingredients, leading to extra prep work, frustration, or even breakdowns. The Vitamix is different—it’s powerful enough to blend anything, eliminating the need for chopping. Mine has lasted over 10 years, proving its reliability as an indispensable tool, not just an appliance.
The Power of Storage Bins
Efficiency is everything. By grouping ingredients into storage bins, the process is simplified. Instead of hunting for items one by one, everything is pulled out together. This approach removes friction and ensures juicing remains effortless, no matter the circumstances.
Breaking Common Misconceptions
Many assume green juice tastes bad or that more fruit will improve it. The reality? The protein powder is key. It enhances flavor without compromising the vegetable-heavy structure of the juice. A small amount of fruit goes a long way—ensuring the juice remains nutrient-dense rather than overly sweet.
Step-by-Step: How to Make Your Daily Juice
1. Start with the Right Amount of Water
- Use a 1-quart mason jar filled to the top with water.
- Pour the full quart of water into the blender first—this ensures the final juice is smooth and easy to drink.
- The goal is a light consistency—not thick or pasty. You should be able to drink it down like water, not struggle with it.
2. Add Your Leafy Greens & Frozen Fruit
- Use fresh or frozen spinach/kale (frozen works great!).
- Add one strawberry or half a handful of berries.
- Keep it balanced—this is a GREEN vegetable juice with some fruit, not a fruit-heavy smoothie.
3. Mix in the Powders for Even Distribution
- Before adding the rest of the ingredients, while you can still see the water from the top, add powders to ensure proper mixing without clumping.
- Essential powders:
- Vegan Protein Powder (key for flavor and balance)
- Salt, pepper, turmeric, cinnamon, yeast flakes
- Seed mix, creatine, and any powdered supplements
- Mixing them early prevents grit or uneven texture when blending.
4. Add the Vegetables & Roots
- Take out two trays from your refrigerator containing all your veggies and fruits to simplify the process.
- Typical ingredient quantities:
- ½ banana
- 1 carrot
- ½ apple or kiwi
- Chunk of ginger root
- Broccoli or other seasonal vegetables
- These ingredients create a well-rounded nutritional profile without overpowering the greens.
5. Blend & Serve
- Blend until smooth—if your ratios are correct, you’ll end up with exactly one pint glass + one full quart mason jar.
- If you have too much juice, don’t reduce the water—adjust the vegetable quantity instead to maintain the correct consistency.
6. Take Your Supplements with the First Pint
- Take out your supplements bin and place your daily supplements in the mason jar lid for easy access.
- Drink the first pint with your supplements.
- Pour another pint from the mason jar, put the lid back on, and store the remaining juice in the fridge for later.
Final Thoughts: The Habit That Lasts
Juicing is more than just a morning routine—it’s a fully optimized system designed for ease, consistency, and health support. When your setup is structured correctly, maintaining this habit becomes second nature, even on difficult days. Stick to the core formula, refine your approach as needed, and soon, daily juicing will feel effortless, supporting both POTS management and overall well-being.
