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!!
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I’ve ditched many processed foods (although I do cheat every now and then) and lost about 30 lbs! The Vitamix would make green smoothies so much easier than my hand blender… 🙂
It all began with a crazy dream, implanted in my mind like a seed by a good healthy-nutty friend — to clean and detoxify the body with one of the most radical cleanses, the master cleanse. I still cannot believe I controlled my mind and the senses to complete the 12 day fast! After that, all changed for me. I began my raw food journey. When the liver, and the mind, slowly began to discharge years of toxin and emotional build-up, my perspective of my body and my relationship with food became very clear. And I knew I had to change. Luckily, after a few days without food, you begin to crave the simple, sweetest and juiciest, natural foods, like a mango. What before seemed impossible (a raw cleanse), actually revealed to be a natural step forward in my life – accepting a high raw diet. I became a vegetarian 10+ years ago, and vegan 1+ year ago, raw was a natural progression. It is still work in progress, though. I am currently very much fallen back into the cooked foods world, honestly, and am 50 – max 70% percent raw. Which means, it might be time for another detox (yikes!). I have an excuse though, I just completed my first sprint triathlon on Thanksgiving, and my first half marathon on Dec 2. Let’s just say I’m hungry! I am learning every day, the main subject being appreciating the nature’s riches and caring for (not abusing) my body.
I changed my diet about 6 years ago starting to eating about 80% raw food. I drink at least 1 quart of green smoothie made in my vita mix every day. I also eat around 6-8 cups of salad every day. I only quit eating sugar about 2 1/2 years ago. I didn’t eat that much I thought, but I was still getting sick. So now I drink juice of 1 lemon with 1 quart of water EVERY morning, then when I am hungry I will drink my 1 quart of green smoothie. If I am hungry within 4 hours, I will eat a avocado sandwich on sprouted wheat bread. Then for supper, I eat the 6-8 cups of salad and maybe some cooked vegies and maybe a little brown rice. Since I quite the sugar and started eating mostly raw LIVING foods, I have NOT been sick! I used to get sick 1-2 times a year. I will not EVER go back to eating the plain regular way that most Americans eat. I am a American that is ALIVE and LOVES to eat LIVING foods! I love my vita mix, because it helps me KEEP my health, that I am NOT willing to give up. I’m 48 and still feel great 🙂 I am so thankful for the Vita-mix machine 🙂
My Entry:
One positive change: Portion Control! …smaller, less is more 🙂
How has your health improved: Inches lost, ok Sizes lost, more energy too, and I need that as a wife and mom of 4 small kids! 🙂
Blessings,
Jackie the HealthyWitness
healthywitness (at) gmail.com
Following @rawfoodbliss & @vitamix on Twitter as @MrsJackieDavis
and ‘liked/subscribed’ to both on FB! Thanks for this opportunity!
I am eating more vegetables and feel better throughout the day.
I try to eat high protein, veggies, and only healthy carbs, like fruits. I have fibromyalgia and can tell a definite difference when I have indulged in too much processed food or sugar.
Over the last year I have moved to having a smoothie for breakfast each morning which has made my bowels more regular and guts feel overall much happier.
Eating more fresh fruits and vegetables
We’ve consciously cut out a lot of foods that seem to give us trouble, and we’re all doing better. Yay for allergen free!
I have incorporated green smoothies in my diet and as a result I have better bowel movements, more energy and my skin is much clearer.
I work at a supermarket, next to the bakery all day! I used to eat donuts at least once a week. I haven’t had one in 2 months now!! I am juicing and eating more RAW food!!! Doing yoga and I would love one to help change my life further!!
I became a pescetarian 9 months ago and finally a vegetarian 6 months ago. My body digests everything so much more easily and smoothly now, no more feelings of discomfort. Now I crave fresh raw veggies all the time!
I started eating clean this year and have so much more energy!
My diet has gone through drastic changes recently but the one main one is to introduce nuts and seeds. I have a bowl of seed porridge in the morning and it keeps me energetic throughout the day. My skin has also improved and feels a lot alive and makes me feel younger…
One very important change I have made was to incorporate proper food combining in my raw food diet. My health has improved with way better digestion (truthfully less gas and bloating!) and overall “lightened” feelings. Thank you for having a wonderful holiday giveaway!
I got moving!! Walking several times a week and joined a gym! I also cut most sugar out of my diet!!
What is one positive change that you’ve made in your diet and how has your health improved as a result? I have been one and off vegetarian for years now. I have a sweet tooth and quit drinking coffee and eating sugar mostly. I have noticed I have candida and have been on a raw diet with no wheat, yeast, sugar, carb. I have been using my processor to blend flax seeds and veggies.I blend all my foods. I live off smoothies. It has been hard but once I get passed the killing of candida I cant wait to eat fruits again and I would love the vitamix. It would help out my diet so much and im a student and don’t have the money to buy one.
About a year and a half ago I started to eat organic and use a blender every day to make smoothies and various other foods. I have noticed a major difference in my energy levels, skin and hair which has made me gain so much confidence!
The Vitamix demo had me at ” breaks down the cellular walls of the fruits and vegetables”. I’ve loved mine for 4 years now. Knowing that I am getting the fullest possible nutrients from anything I ‘break down” in my Vitamix gives me peace of mind that I can FEEL everyday.
Me and my husband have started making green juice in the morning and it has given us more energy throughout the day. We also haven’t got sick yet this winter season (and we usually do).
i have increased probiotics & raw fermented vegetables so all the flora within sing soulful tunes of balance
I’ve started eating at least 20g of protein within 45 minutes of my workout to FUEL my muscles properly.
I became a vegetarian/almost vegan and drink a green juice daily. I feel more energized, alive, vibrant and better than ever!!!!!!
Making more of a conscious effort to choose organic and locally grown food and make more meals at home! It’s a wonderful way to teach my son the benefits of eating local food and allows me to bond with him. Great for both of us!
became a vegetarian
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I stopped eating wheat and my digestion got better and I don’t feel like I need a nap in the afternoons anymore.
thanks
I’m eating more fruits and veggies and I’m not dealing with dehydration anymore! Smoothies are the best!!
As a kid growing up, I used to eat fast food and drink soda every day. A lot has changed since then and I’ve come a long way. One thing I’ve changed is that I’ve been juicing and drinking green smoothies which has helped me get more vegetables into my diet. 🙂
I have found that having smoothies is a much better alternative to anything else I can possible eat!
I recently cut gluten out of my diet. Quickly I began to notice that I had more energy and I began to lose weight. No more stomach pains and I have less migraines! It’s awesome!
I have had a vitamix for over 10 years, it still runs like the first day I got it. Using the vitamix no nutrients are wasted, and my clear skin is proof.
Had to make major changes to household diet due to several food allergies that my son with Down syndrome has. We have cut out all gluten and dairy, and have been trying to be creative in pushing more greens and veggies in his diet, since he doesn’t understand why he has to have diet changes. Disguising things in smoothies has been successful for me to get him to eat things he normally would have picked out!
His health changes have been dramatic; the chronic constipation that he had since birth is GONE! He poos like clockwork now. He is no longer tossing and turning all night trying to get comfortable, and he sleeps soundly through the night. He is more alert and engaged at school, and behavior issues there have plummeted as a result of his change in diet.
For myself, the inclusion of more smoothies and less dairy & gluten in my diet has increased my energy and has diminished the bloated feeling that I often had after eating. I also feel like I have more clarity in my thinking and in performing daily tasks.
I now am now able to benefit from the hole fruit and vegetables as before I was not getting all that I could of have. Had I the benefit of a Vitamix blender to make use of every part of the fruits or vegetables, I would of been able to get full use of not only fruits or vegetables, but my dollar would of been better spent. Now, my nutrition has increased and my well being.
I like to drink my vegetables
Having been diagnosed with Breast Cancer in June, I have had a complete overhaul of my diet. I now eat a very low glycemic load diet, free of refined carbohydrates and am continuing my love affair with Green Smothies. 4 months on and I feel healthier and more joy than I did before cancer came to call. Maintaining this kind of diet and incorporating Smoothies and high doses of Vitamin C, I do not look like an ill person. Grateful to you for being introduced to Green Smoothies over 2 years ago now. Thanks so much
I have been a active all of my life. I broke my hip in June of 2011 riding mountain bikes. My doctor told me that I already had a stress fracture there before my crash. I found out that I have osteoporosis. I am focusing on eating more dark leafy green vegetables and finding foods that are high in calcium to build stronger bones. I would love to have a Vitamix as my lifetime partner for better health.
I love healthier ways of eating and vitamix is the ultimate!! Always attend the demonstrations and tastes where ever I find them!
Cut sugars including pop. Drinking more juice and eating fruits and vegis. I’ve lost some weight and generally feel better.
I starting only serving whole grains. I only know how much better I feel eating this way because of a 3 day conference I attended in Atlanta. After 3 days without a single whole grain I felt sluggish and bloated.
i have cut out all sugar and salt. I also drink 2 green smoothies a day. As someone battling the effects of lupus, the green smoothies make a huge difference.
I absolutely eat breakfast; usually Greek Fat-Free yogurt with fresh fruit or the same in a smoothie….both delicious and healthy and a great way to start the day.
I’ve been doing more smoothies with my magic bullet which I seem to have to replace too often. I would live a VITAMIX…..
I have changed my life using smoothies and raw food diet but need a good blender to get the most out of my veggies. also have had a rash eczema and have tried everything to calm it down the iridology may be a good step to try an solve this mystery why I have it. I have been macrobiotic for 35 years and in the last year have started the smoothies and raw foods since i met you at essene market in Phila. and bought your program with the DVD. my health is good except can’t sleep from itching at night. Need a good blender but could not afford a better at this time. Having the vitamix would be a gift from god that’s for sure. thank you for your program.
STARTED A GYM W/40-45 MIN OF AEROBIC ACTIVITY AND 15 MIN OF FREE WEIGHTS, LUNGES, SQUATS. I AM MORE MOBILE AND NOT AS WINDED AS I USED TO BE. YOU ARE A GENIUS! A GODDESS GENIUS THAT IS.
Purchased a Vitamix. Now I’m not afraid to try anything! Green Smoothie for breakfast most every day.
I’ve started having juice or a smoothie every morning. I feel great and rarely experience a mid-afternoon slump. Almost never drink coffee anymore either.
I eliminated all processed foods & use only fresh organic foods. I’ve become completely strict raw vegan especially due to all my food allergies & food sensitivities. After doing all this on my own & doctors stupid to not associate food w/all my health issues, I took the initiative & changed my food & eating & for the first time in my entire life I can actually eat food & also not get also not get sick. I’m also spreading the word.
I just learned about living foods a year ago and have had phases during the past year of eating only raw/vegan. I love how it makes me feel, and how it supports my practice. Makes my head clear. Wish I could live raw all the time, but it’s hard to maintain all the time while traveling…so working on how to eat raw and be in the mainstream world.
thanks for your site and continuing education!
I’ve been drinking green juices, but would love the opportunity to start blending more foods. I’m excited to enter the contest!
I have cut starchy carbs and replaced with more vegetables, and I am not as tired. Thanks for having the Vitamix giveaway.