Enter my FREE Vitamix Blender Giveaway here!
This Beauty of a Blender could be Yours for FREE!
Just in case you don’t know what a Vitamix is, it’s a blender. That means it blends the fiber and the liquid of whatever you put inside. It is not a juicer (a juicer separates the fiber from the liquid, leaving only the liquid for you to drink). A blender is very practical for busy people because it takes a just a few minutes to prepare your creation, is very easy to clean, and with a blender, you get all the nutrients from your food plus you get the fiber too. Most people are simply not eating enough fiber in their daily diet; the result can lead to poor digestion, acid reflux, arthritis, bad skin, weak liver, sluggishness, foul breath and even restless sleep. Getting fiber in your diet is so easy when you simply have 1 healthy smoothie a day. Add superfoods to your smoothie and you can really maximize the power of your foods to get the most fiber, nutrients, minerals and chlorophyll – all valuable tools for healing and all elements needed to make you feel that Healthy Bliss!
The ‘BMW’ of blender motors!
The Vitamix Blender ($449.00 value): What it can do for you
Enter in the Comments below to Win!
- Easy-to-use equipment paired with extreme versatility
- The ability to chop, cream, blend, heat, grind, churn, and more, with a single machine
- Quick and easy self-cleaning with a drop of dish soap and warm water; just run on High for 30 seconds
- 7-year full warranty – Industry’s best
- Ongoing recipe ideas and community support
An Online Iridology Analysis ($99.95 value): What it can do for you
Iridology is the science of the iris, or colored portion, of the eye. The iris is connected to every organ and tissue of the body by way of the brain and central nervous system through the optic nerve. The optic nerve connects to the central nervous system (CNS) which is the main communication link to everything that goes on in the body.
Jennifer Offers Iridology via Skype, Phone or Email
- The skype call is 1-hour in length and is recorded. The video file is sent to you by email after the call.
- Any skype chat is also sent by email after the call so you have all records of any scientific terms discussed.
- Follow-up Q&A by email is available for up to 2 months your consultation to ensure you have all knowledge and information needed to achieve your goals.
Green Smoothie DVD and eKit ($69.95 value): What it can do for you
The Green Smoothie DVD and eKit Course
With the DVD, you also receive 3 eBooks. Use the Quick Reference Guide eBook to get started immediately. Read the How to Make Green Smoothies eBook for inspiration and motivation. Experiment with 200 amazing recipes in the Green Smoothie Recipe eBook. You can be making your first Green Smoothie within minutes!
- Green Smoothie DVD by Jennifer Thompson
- How to Make Green Smoothies eBook by Jennifer Thompson
- Green Smoothie Quick Start Guide eBook by Jennifer Thompson
- 200 Green Smoothie Recipes for Your Health & Well-Being eBook by Jennifer Thompson
- How to Sprout and How to Make Nut/Seed Milk book by Jennifer Thompson
- Set of 2 Sprout and Nut/Seed Milk Bags (9.5×11″, 100% Cotton)
Sample Smoothie Recipe for the Lucky Vitamix Winner
Here’s a fun recipe to make in a your new Vitamix Blender: Hearty Selenium Boosting High Anti-Oxidant Smoothie! This Smoothie is so fast, easy and yummy! It’s perfect for a cold winter morning or after a workout when you’re really hungry and want something filling!
Now that’s some Healthy Bliss!
– 1 red apple, cut into slices and core
– 1 banana
– 1 large handful of fresh blackberries
– 1/3 cup raw walnuts
– 1 Tbsp. organic tahini (sesame paste)
– 2 Tbsp. ground flax seed
– 1 Tbsp. Fresh organic aloe vera juice
– 1/2 cup filtered water
DIRECTIONS
Place all ingredients in a blender. Blend until smooth. Pour into a glass and enjoy!
Blackberries are very high in anti-oxidants (for immune system); Tahini is high in calcium (for the bones); Walnuts are high in selenium (for the brain); Aloe vera is great for the skin and digestion. Let your food be your medicine!
How to Sign-Up for the FREE Vitamix Giveaway
All you need to do is this:
1. Follow me (@rawfoodbliss) on twitter
2. Follow Vitamix (@vitamix) on twitter
3. Leave a Comment on this post, answering the following question:
Thanks for entering, and Good Luck!
All entries must be received by 25 December 2012 at 12 midnight USA EST.
The winner will be announced on 26 December, 2012 at 12 noon USA EST.
The winner will receive a FREE Vitamix Blender, a FREE online Iridology Analysis and a FREE Green Smoothie DVD eKit course.
This contest is open up to all entries worldwide. Please note: The winner will receive a blender with whatever voltage is required for their country (either 220v or 110v). Any import duties imposed at delivery (for an international winner outside of USA or EU) are the sole responsibilty of the recipient.
Answer this in the comments below:
Your comment will not appear immediately as all comments are moderated for spam before approval. The winner will be contacted by email, and will also be announced on my Twitter feed and Facebook page on December 26, 2012 at 12 noon USA EST. Thank you!
And the winner is…….
Lois and Earl Stokes of Volcano, Hawaii!!
Congratulations to Lois and here is her entry:
“My husband had a stroke and found out that he was a diabetic one year ago. We have turned his diabetes around (no more insulin shots) and have improved his blood work by limiting processed foods and drinking two green smoothies a day. I as a side benefit have lost 30 pounds and no longer suffer from bowel spasms. Mahalo (Thank You) for this generous offer and for the opportunity to become a winner. Actually I am already a winner because of our lifestyle change.”
Thank you to everyone who entered this amazing contest…I wish I had a free Vitamix to give to all of you…..your stories of healing touched my heart!!
More on Vitamix:
- Beginner’s Guide to Green Smoothies
- Recipe: Banana Softie with Cinnamon Sauce, A Raw Food Vegan ‘Ice-Cream’
- Enter my FREE Vitamix Blender Giveaway here!
- Detox Soup to Make You Feel Awesome Recipe
- Battle of the Blenders: Which one is best?
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i’m cutting out grains of all kinds originally due to the autoimmune disease i have. difference is night and day! this one change has improved so many things in my health and my life, even outside what i originally instituted it for!
Well I used to think processed foods were it when it came to eating, I literally thought that was IT for our food in this life, also being young and misinformed didn’t help. As I started to become more knowledgable in politics, history, spirituality and nutrition, Everything made sense, and i completely stopped eating meats, processed foods and fast food. I only cook organic even though it is more pricey. I love the feeling of more or less REAL food. I did not do this to be skinny or lose weight, I’m doing this simply because the natural foods that come from this beautiful earth is what the human species should be living off of. I mean it is just common sense. If you don’t love yourself it truly shows in your outer appearance. Mental and physical. This giveaway your doing is awesome. Keeo up the amazing work, your website has guided me somewhat throughout this change 🙂 Thank youuu
I started juicing and I no longer feel lethargic! I feel GOOD!
More Dandelion Greens, Mustard and Kale. Weight is Leaving and I’m Experiencing More Energy. I feel happier just knowing that I’m doing the right things.
Green smoothies have changed our lives! 🙂
I kicked the diet soda habit!
I started drinking smoothies at work, I work for a company that uses Vitamix blenders. I have lost weight and don’t feel that I missing a thing. My daughter has started drinking them at home and we struggle withe the low quality blender. I so LOVE the Vitamix blenders.
I’ve cut all gluten, dairy, and processed sugars from my diet! It’s been hard but I’ve had so many benefits from doing so.
Upping my daily intake of local, organic leafy greens have made such a great improvement in my energy level and digestion. Just as much as taking wheat out of my diet has also improved my energy level and digestion, both of which I have done this year. Overall though, it has been the thought process of not just living a considered life, but really analyzing what I am eating and what that food is doing for me as a whole, that has made such an impact on my ability to perform better throughout the day in my running, work and school.
I changed my vegetarian diet to vegan in 2010, and went high raw this May. I also worked hard on removing toxins from my health and beauty products this year – with success! Next year, my goal is removing toxins from my home.
My overall health has gotten better, in general. I have an easier time getting up in the morning. I feel lighter. I have more energy. I sleep better and more soundly. I feel like I’m doing the right thing for my body 🙂
Jennifer,
I new to the veggie and fruit world but a good friend has been mentoring me. He also lead me to your site for reenforcement to the principals of this fantastic life style. In just 3 months I’ve lost 40+ lbs. and have had an amazing increase in youthful vitality. Not bad for a 70 year old who has had several serious health issues over the past couple of years. Thanks very much for your Web site, encouragement and dedication to all of us ‘veggie guys’.
All the best,
Jim
I’ve started doing a smoothie everyday for breakfast and have felt a lot more energetic in daily life, I have also managed to convert some work colleagues to eat more healthily as a result!
After the iridology analysis we started toe at more raw vegetables, more organic produce. We made 3 days of the week vegetarian choices and 1-2 days per week fish. We minimizes milk and wheat in out diet.
It had changed our life to teh better.
This year I completed my first water fast (35 days!!!). It was the MOST unbelievable experience of my life. I had attempted to water fast in the past but I could never mentally get past Day 3 because I would become afraid of the detox symptoms and quickly give up. I stumbled upon Jennifer’s website and knew that I needed to read her eBook if I wanted to have all the info I needed. Well due to some technical difficulties on Day 1, I could not download the book. I contacted Jennifer and she was so helpful and fixed the problem ASAP. I got the info I needed and began my journey. I am so proud of myself for completing this fast, especially during the holiday season. I’m only 22 years old and my friends and family thought I was crazy! But I knew better and held on mentally strong and I am so thankful. I lost 38 pounds and my skin is sooo clear! My energy is high and I have such a changed, positive outlook on my life. I am thrilled I get start 2013 at my goal weight and having accomplished something so profound. I am currently going to be juicing until Jan. 1st and I’m using my dad’s old juicer (but between you and me, it’s a pain in the behind). I have been wanting the Rockstar of juicers forever now but could never afford it on my own. I hope I win!!!!
More raw foods have been added to my diet. I have spirulina and wheat-grass every day. Also flax-seeds everyday. This has helped my digestion and overall well-being and feeling more confident about my long term health as a result. I am already vegetarian and recognise what greatness this is to our planet! 😀
I love everything about Raw Food Bliss and already follow Vitamix!
Thanks for keeping me in check 😀 !!!
Wishing you wonderful health always.
I started to eat more “clean” by eliminating processed foods and fried foods. I haven’t felt so good in ages and I’m in my fifties! I’m also learning more about green smoothies to incorporate in my lifestyle.
Dear Jennifer~ Almost two years ago, I took one of your Green Smoothie classes in Seoul, South Korea! That evening, I went straight to the store… bought a blender from Homeplus, and I have been guzzling green smoothies ever since. I have been vegan/almost raw for over five years, and incorporating green smoothies was one of the most powerful things that I could do to improve my health!! THANK YOU 🙂
Drinking more Green juices and feeling more energetic and healthy as a pleasant side effect.
🙂
Since going Vegan My skin is better, I feel better, I have more energy, I no longer have painful periods and I don’t have problems with ear infections anymore. My palate is now more “picky” preferring whole natural foods over processed stuff. Thanks!
One positive change that I’ve made with my diet is to drink more water and drink less carbonated waters. This has improved my health by reducing fatigue. 🙂
Apart from filling my diet with as many fresh, raw and organic greens and fruits, I stay away from dairy as much as I can and fill in the other gaps with sprouted nuts and grains. I sleep well and rarely have digestion problems. And the best part is the friends and family to whom I’ve spread the good word are enjoying the same benefits. Thank you, Jennifer!
I’ve switched from dairy to soya lately in my smoothies, and I feel less sluggish and have loads more energy! Horrray for plant goodness!!!
I started switching my diet to 80% raw by incorporating green smoothies into my daily menu. My skin has cleared up and I sleep much better, often waking up at dawn without the aid of an alarm clock. I also feel more positive and my symptoms of depression have largely decreased. I have more energy, and this has helped me get back to exercising regularly. I also feel more ‘in touch’ with life.
Everyday I am making a smotthie rather its loaded with green or fruits and I am trying to work on my meal portions to help get back in shape. The blender I use just dosent seem to do the job all the time and this one is much more powerful and I can put it to great use by getting all the vitamins I need in my drinks
I am a health obsessed person, i try to eat healthy all the times..i have vowed to drink green smotthies at least 3 to 4 times weekly, i have given up sweets and junk food, sugar and eat more veggies and food, plus i have allowed omega 3 fish and fish oils into my life..i feel much better and way more healthier! Chia seeds and flax seeds are a daily consumption of mine also!
Hi Jennifer, the one change I’ve made to my diet and have stuck to for a long time is to include super greens of all types in my daily diet. This has given me so much energy and radiance. Another thing is eat mostly raw.
This has helped me with soooo many aspects of living on earth. I’m still not 100 percent raw. I feel great when I do it then………. Go for comfort foods.
Thanks for asking. You are awesome by the way!
I’ve planned more carefully so that I can avoid fast food even when I’m traveling or super busy. I feel better mentally and physically.
I have added a significant amount of green foods to my diet as well as green tea. I have eliminated meats, seafood, and animal products from my diet. I feel so much better. I have unlimited energy!
The single biggest change in my diet is eating Mila consistently. I’m pretty good on incorporating a lot of raw and organic food into our meals and more and more I focus on food as a way to provide my body with nutrients. Adding Mila has taken my energy and peace around food to the next level. Evening out my blood sugar so I don’t have those killer cravings and a more consistent feeling of well being. Over the course of 6 months and now going on 18 months I have recovered from sciatica, become symptom-free from fibromyalgia and decreased my ulcerative colitis medication from 9 pills/day to 4 pills a day (3/3x per day to 2/2x per day). I am treating myself more kindly and based on good science and feel better and am more fit than I was in my 20s. I love your blog and twitter feed – they are a regular source of good ideas and information. If I won the vitamix it would make 2013 and beyond so much easier to help my entire family eat better. It is the one thing I really wanted for Christmas this year, but the price of a vitamix is our entire budget for gifts and meals this year. Keep up the good work doing what you’re passionate about! Thank you for this opportunity.
Eliminating processed foods has definitely been the best dietary change I’ve made in my eating habits. These foods are often addictive in nature and have a similar affect on the brain as heroin.
We live on a sailboat on an island off the coast of Florida and cooking in a galley that is 2 feet by 2 feet is quite the task but i manage and i would love to have a Vitamix to help me with using organic food that we have chosen to go organic this year because organic food is the only food containing Salvestrol, the compound that kills cancer ( it is not in food that has been sprayed with a fungicide) , My husband has been surviving skin cancers of all kinds and we are also buying the compound from salvestrol.ca to keep him from getting any more melanomas. ….Our big change is in eating absolutely no GMO food…….we are trying to grow our food on the boat and may have to give up and go to land to grow all our food and be totally organic, as soon as we figur out how….and we have been using the Garden of Life Organic Raw Meal shakes for when we cannot find the food we want…..but want to grow our own. ….Thank you for this opportunity to enter into this drawing or contest to possibly win a Vitamix…and the iridology I have heard about for so long, and the chance to learn about more smoothies….thankyou, Kaite
I have started to eat clean whole organic foods in the past year. Growing up on junk and processed foods as a child has done quite a number to my digestive system. I now have celiac and have a dairy allergy. I do not eat meat because my stomach takes forever to digest it. I abused my body with the wrong kinds of foods. Now i’ve done a compelte 180 and eat vegan, almost raw foods. I feel vibrant and have had more energy then I did as a kid growing up. I recently forked out the money to buy a juicer, a vitamix is next on my list. It would be a blessing to win one : ) and all the recipes I could put to use!
A positive change I have implemented this year was cutting meat out of my diet! I substituted meat for a lot more veggies and have found that I feel more energetic, sleep better, and feel more conscious about the food that I eat. I’m an avid gardener and have begun growing most of my organic fruits and vegetables to bring myself closer to my food. What a year!!
P.S. I’ve enjoyed your posts -Thank you so much
~Liz
This year I made New Years resolutions: no chocolate, sweets, crisps or biscuits for a year. I’ve made it so far, only 20 days to go!! I started to eat more healthily and educated myself in all things food and health related. I’ve lost 6kg since the start of the year, with no dramatic change to my exercise routine- I’ve always been very active. I feel better than ever and I really believe its down to the food I eat, clean food=clean body 🙂
I’ve been doing green smoothies every morning…and training for a 1/2 ironman
Three years ago, I was recovering from my second bout of pneumonia in 12 months. I also had severe AIA symptoms, weighed 260lbs and climbing, wore a size 46 jean and was miserable. I visited my Physician and asked for help, what could I do to stem the weight gains, control the asthma, what could I do to feel better?
I walked out of that office with a thick fistful of medication scripts and a small bit of encouragement to “try the Y.”
While the “Y” might have been the healthiest part of the conversation, I felt like there had to be a better way. When I returned to my home, I sat down on the computer and started some serious, in-depth research on non-medical ways to “get better.”
I eventually figured out that what I needed was a lifestyle change and that was the route that I took.
On February 14, 2010, I made the change, completely cold turkey. with meats, alcohol, processed foods and anything that I loved before that date that was, in fact, killing me. I had eliminated sodas earlier but added the “healthy fruit drinks” to my cold turkey lifestyle change. Also, I’ve never smoked, so, the asthma didn’t come from that, at least not directly.
The first three weeks were admittedly tough. I was tiring quickly of salads, I craved the yummy hfcs-laced burgers & fries, the milk shakes & malts, the chocolate and cream filled pastrys… But, I started seeing some weight loss and I was shrinking, lol, so I stayed with it and discovered ways to make my new living food meals tastier than the ones I left behind. (Funny thing, I didn’t crave alcohol, still don’t.)
It will be three years in Feb, 2013. I weigh 210, want to drop more and am looking at eliminating wheat from my lifestyle. I had thought that sprouted grains, including wheat, were ok, not so sure now.
I take almost zero meds, replacing all asthma scripts with essential oil therapy. (I say almost zero because I get an occasional migraine and I take otc meds to control the pain. Perhaps eliminating wheat will aid in eliminating that scourge as well.)
I feel great, look better, have tons more energy, (I am a groundskeeper, and on a average day I walk seven miles so the energy is a good thing.) I haven’t had pneumonia or even a severe cold since the change.
While I am not finished “changing” yet, I think I am on the right track. I felt like a little kid again the first time that I ran, I can’t really tell you how good that felt after years of not being able to run without pain in my knees. It was an awesome confidence builder.
The BMW of blenders would be a great addition to my stable of devices that I use to prepare my food as blenders take a beating with everyday shake prep, you find out quickly which ones can’t cut it.
I hope y’all have a great day, and that you stick with whatever lifestyle change method you have chosen. It’s an awesome choice to make.
Hi, what a cool giveaway! I stopped eating wheat products about 4 months ago and now I have so much more energy! My next step will be eating more raw food :-).
I would love to win because I am a huge fan of Vitamix. Great product and well worth the investment. The best thing that I’ve done for my health: learn more about what I am putting into my body and add in green smoothies. I follow you and Vitamix already!
This year I decided to invest in a juicer and have one raw juice a day and at least 1 raw meal a day. I went from 68 kilo’s to 56 kilos just by doing that with moderate exercise 3 times a week. I noticed that the condition of my skin has improved and my hair is so much thicker and beautiful.
Over all, I feel alot happier and younger:-)
The goal however is to add more raw goodies to my diet and so far, so good!
I gave up dairy over a year ago and have noticed less mucous, less brain fog, and an overall lightness of the body! Dairy, in my opinion, is not good for anyone!!
I went wheat an dairy free years ago but recently starts juicing and making green smoothies. I am amazed at how much they impact my day. I teach yoga – a lot of yoga – about 20-25 classes a week and if I don’t eat incredibly well, my body falls apart. If u have to grab food on the run, I know I’ll pay for it later. I have a juicer but it takes forever to clean and my blender just died so fingers crossed!!
I have been working with an amazing new doctor who has uncovered a heavy metals toxicity and hormone imbalances. I have been doing a chelation program for the past 3 months and am feeling much better. I have learned that I wasn’t eating enough protein for my liver to function properly so my body wasn’t eliminating the toxins. Now I make sure I get plenty of protein each day. Finding the right doctor and improving my diet with increased protein has been the best thing I could have possibly done for my health!
I’ve noticed a big change in my energy and vitality since I started Juicing. I’m a confirmed Juicaholic!
Before I became a vegetarian I was always feeling sick, listless and bloated. I was embarrassed about the gas smell that I would emote… At the most embarrassing times
Within a few years I since have given up gluten and processed sugars
I try to do three raw meals a week
I am learning more and more how healthy it is for my family and my three children
I see a need for a complete food movement and change to our society
We are killing ourselves from the inside out
But… It starts with me… And I have begun!! I feel great!!
Thank you for your continued education
I look forward to your daily Facebook posts and motivation!
I have been working with an amazing new doctor who has uncovered a heavy metals toxicity and hormone imbalances. I have been doing a chelation program for the past 3 months and am feeling much better. Finding the right doctor has been the best thing I could have possibly done for my health!
This year I have reintroduced green smoothies into my routine and have noticed a huge difference in my energy level and alertness. I have also done a few juice cleanses and have enjoyed resting my digestive system for a couple of days. Post clense my body tends to want more good for me fruits and veggies and it def has helped me eat healthier.
This past two months I made a significant change in my diet from a bad vegetarian into whole food-vegan with more than 50% raw ingredients from the total of my meals per day. I also eliminate MSG by never buy any instant seasonings and processed food. My digestion problems which cause acnes from three years ago started to disappear, I never had headache anymore and I feel like I’m spiritually healed. I feel reunite with Mother Nature. Thanks Jennifer for your info and your daily motivation. They help me a lot.
Because of chrons, celiac disease and intestinal digestive disease I had to change my diet heavily and by eating more clean,raw, gluten free food and making your smoothies daily I feel more energised and the doctor says my liver seems to be improving a lot. I also don’t feel as bloated and sick after each meal. The colour of my face also improved and I feel a lot healthier!
I started to eliminate so called “conventional” produce and I am finally at the point that my taste buds are very discriminating . I can taste the difference in produce that has been grown organically…..It’s great. I feel good and know that between juicing and eating organically grown I am doing the best I can considering that this world is so poluted-minded,
Thanks for your receipes. I plan to buy the juicing kit regardless of this contest.
Becoming a vegetarian has helped my daily yoga practice immensely.