What Exactly Are Cold Pressed Juices?

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Did you introduce fresh juices into your diet in an attempt to eat healthier, only to hear they’re not good enough because they’re not cold-pressed?

Everyone’s swearing by these juices right now and saying they’re superior, but what does cold pressing actually mean?

What makes cold-pressed juices different from the ones you’re making in your old blender is you have to utilize a hydraulic press. Cold-pressed juicers are becoming extremely popular despite their higher price tag, because they allow you to extract more juice from your fruit and veggies.

Unlike blending or squeezing, cold pressing has the power of delaying oxidation, thus preserving enzymes and nutrients in your fresh ingredients. This also means you’ll be able to store your cold-pressed juice in a fridge for longer than the regular one, usually up to three days.

Despite their high price tag, cold-pressed juicers are a good investment because mass-manufactured juices of this kind are extremely expensive. If you can’t afford a special juicer, keep in mind it’s better to make any kind of fresh juices than not to drink them at all—even if they’re not cold-pressed.