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: Raw Tahini, Garlic and Lemon Salad Dressing or Veggie Dip…and it’s Amazing!
- Detox Soup to Make You Feel Awesome Recipe
- Battle of the Blenders: Which one is best?
- Recipe: Banana Softie with Cinnamon Sauce, A Raw Food Vegan ‘Ice-Cream’
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The best change I made was four years ago, when I became a vegetarian. Since then, I’ve also gone through periods when I take out dairy(eggs have always been out of my diet) and have also discovered recently that when i focus on having 7-9 fruits and veggies a day, I am much happier. I have found that I perform better in my daily life, am less prone to attention issues and run better.
At 53, not very good health (have to take meds), 5’3 I finally hit 190 lbs, the last 10 years have been a little rough with my health so I have “firmly committed” to juice my way back to health and weight. I also have two young grandboys that I would like to get healthier as well, they are 3 & 4 and one is a sweet tooth and the other is a junk food junkie. My husband however is an entirely another trick. I need recipes that will help me get him healthier by masking flavors.
This is a fabulous opportunity and I look forward to trying “green smoothies”and all! There is so much leftover when I juice now that I wonder how much nutrition I am actually getting. I hope who ever wins the Vitamix has the same commitment that I have made.
Thank you!
The best change I have made in my life is understanding food is not something you just put into your mouth. It’s life, it’s medicine and it is love. It’s Mother Earth embracing us through Her own creations (fruits, veggies). Drinking a green smoothie (or a fruit smoothie) is like drinking pure life, you can feel the energy running down your system. I love it!
Probably the biggest thing for me was cutting out dairy and refined sugar. From there it was an easy transition to eat more plants and whole foods. I’m already following you on twitter, and vitamix also! Thanks for the giveaway!
I started to eat more organic foods on a regular basis. My weight was begun to drop and i feel more and more energized as the weeks go on.
Including one green smoothie into my daily routine, has had untold health benefits for me and my partner. We look and feel heaps healthier and others have followed our lead, a made a page on Facebook for people to join in the fun and share their recipes with each other. Eating my greens is the best thing I did in 2012!
I only buy whole food and shop the perimeter of the grocery store. I really limit buying things from the “middle” of the store.
I have greatly reduced the grains and sugars that I eat and have noticed more energy and a better mood as a result
I stopped eating yeast and sugar in the beginning of October 2012. My health has drastically improved – no more migranes, sugar spikes, mood swings….i look forward to continue on the healthy path and feel even healthier down the road!
I have reduced the amount of “grains” (even healthy at that, i.e. oatmeal) and added a protein shake for breakfast after workout (which combines a number of things as a result of research–i,e, maca, chia seeds, “greens”, quality organic vegan protein powder) and added more fruits and vegetables (though basically a healhty eater)…and have added pro biotics as well, but have been DYING to do my own juices and healthy soups among other even healthier shakes that I make in a more custom fashion.
I have lost inches, and I think started sleeping somewhat better …digestion still could use some help….but there is still so much I want to do from a healthy eating point. I have also tried to add more organic items into my diet and have also limited more grains… I just find eating healthy truly has a high price tag and its a shame (especially on the east coast). Being able to juice kale, greens, juices, soups, etc..well a god send..FEELING GOOD, is still the optimum desire, and I am seeking better energy, sleep and skin and …oh, HEALTH the greatest gift! But you do the best you can you know! VITAMIX BLENDER is one of numerous staples dream of having in my life
I’ve been slowly learning how to change my diet and eliminate processed foods and sugars – I love my smoothies in the morning. I also have been cooking my dogs food for the past 5 years!! They eat all natural, organic foods and they look great! If it works for them… 😉
I have cut down on wheat and sugar in order to be less toxic and less inflamed for a surgery in January. I’m hoping to move slowly into raw foods to help me bring back my health. I’ve already lost 5 pounds with the small changes I’ve made. Thanks for this site, I’ve already learned a lot!
I’ve been making more vegetable and bean soups – delicious, healthy, filling and perfect for lunch the next day!
I reduced my consumption of processed foods and gave up my diet soda addiction. This has helped my sugar cravings and my complexion looks so much better. My mood has also improved.
I have cut down on refined sugars which has made my energy levels more stable through the day, making them generally higher. Skin is clearer and my tongue is pinker!
I am also adding a teaspoon of ground linseed to my breakfast cereal in the morning.
How to choose just one positive dietary change? So much has made a difference to my energy and health over the last 15 months of embracing more raw food. I think eating lots more vegies and fruits with plenty of water has made my gut regular and happy, has increased my energy levels and friends tell me I have a glowing skin colour.
Isn’t it funny how food can also help you to feel more positive and happy?
I know that feeding my family smoothies, and lots of raw deliciousness straight from our organic vegie patch is really working for all of us when my husband says that he misses our smoothies for breakfast when he’s away and my weightlifter son asks especially for raw meals and smoothies when he comes for dinner.
I eat more greens! What could be better?
I’ve made dramatic changes in my diet since July of this year and have been exercising 6 days a week. I started eating non-processed foods and my refrigerator looks like a mini produce store. I’ve lost a total of 15 lbs as a result of my changes. I’m also down to a size 2 – good and bad, it’s hard to find clothes – lol!
I can be my own fast food restaurant! …. only healthy !!
I was the college kid who lived off ramen and pizza and then I got candidia severly,to the point tinea vesicolor appeared on my skin. So now I have cut out all processed foods, anything not organic or unpronounceable does not go into my body. I eat no forms of sugar not even fruits yet. I have been discovering smoothies with my food processor that I use to make raw food. I do not eat any wheat or things high in carbs. I have to make my own flours even out of coconut and almond. I feel great though. I do not have sinus problems anymore,my digestion system is regulating, I have a ton of energy, and I do not have the foggy head anymore. Everything is brighter and clarity is amazing.
q. What is one positive change that you’ve made in your diet and how has your health improved as a result?
a. I became a vegan 12 months ago. I have lost weight, my blood work (cholesterol etc) has never looked better. My skin is clearer and my energy level and other physical aspects of my life have all dramatically improved. When I say I’ve become vegan this means that I eat fresh, whole foods like fruits, vegetables, seeds and nuts. I don’t eat from cans or boxes. I stay away from refined foods. I avoid sugar except for what comes naturally in plant food.
Hello! I have made a couple of changes during this year, most of the information I get it from your tweets Jennifer!! So I am very thankful for this. I have completely eliminated white flour from my diet and I have seen enormous changes. For example, I don’t feel bloated all the time, another thing is that I don’t have that many mucus on my body and I think it has a lot to do that I haven’t gotten a cold this year!!! I used to wake up with a lot of phlegm but that is gone 🙂 also my stomach feels like more stable.
Another change I am trying is changing my breakfast, trying to make it a smoothie every day, I believe that the first food that comes into our body in the morning is key to being healthy!! This is why a Vitamixer would help A LOT!!!! Thank you 🙂
The most positive change I have ever made to my diet and mind has been buying a juicer and using it daily. Sipping delicious juices day in and day out, has made me feel incredibly more energetic and overall much healthier. Furthermore, it’s an excuse to clean out the fridge! I have the unfortunate tendency to sometimes over-buy produce and reluctantly watch it go to waste. Juicing is a great way to throw in that extra broccoli we forgot to have at dinner, or finish that enormous bag of spinach no one wants to eat. Seeing people close to me also enjoying these little elixirs makes me blissfully happy, because I know I’m making their day a little bit healthier too 🙂
My life started to change when a friend taught me about the meat industry and GMO’s. As soon as I took those things out of my diet miraculous things started to happen. Headaches, migraines, body aches, gout, arthritis, IBS, depression, and my anxiety disappeared. My favorite meal changer is smoothies or juicing. Fresh and organic is my new motto. By the way thanks for giving all of us a chance for such an awesome giveaway! I’m excited just thinking about a chance to own such a machine!
Water Water Water !! 🙂 Vital Macro Nutrient .. I have being using a filter/ re mineralising system that’s great which helps keep my mind and body at optimal function No sluggishness!! unless I forget to bring water bottle oops did that today doh Brain Fog big time but on hitting home 2 glasses and I’m back in the game lol .. I’m training to be a holistic nutritionist so its important to note thatthough my diet is improving every week,/month etc I don’t entertainment guilt if I indulge in foods that aren’t ideal some times because digestion loves a positive & calm mind/body state. Love you site You are a positivity pusher and we need more people like that in the world!!
I gave up sodas and now I’m sleeping better. 🙂
I cut out breakfast foods and replaced them with a smoothie. My favourite blend is papaya, soy milk, coconut oil, goji berries and spirulina powder. I feel energized each morning knowing I’ve done something good for myself.
About a year ago I found out I was gluten intolerant. I was resistant to this change for a good 6 months, eating somewhat gluten free but giving in to any gluten temptation that came my way. I decided about six months ago to give up gluten all together and my body and mind feel so much better. It’s incredible the difference it has made!
I am making smoothies using kale, apples, carrots, beets, spinach, etc.
I am trying to eat way less wheat in bread, pasta, cereals, etc.
I am trying to train myself to see items made with white flour, sugar and fat as unhealthy and unappealing, to have a negative reaction to them if I see them in stores or in the media, and therefore not have a desire to buy them or eat them as “treats” or “rewards.”
The one positive thing I’ve changed in my diet along with my husband is trying to only eat only organic GMO free foods. Since we have done this we both have been feeling much better about ourselves and I have noticed that our immune system is much stronger too. I thinks it’s really important to know what you are putting in your body and how it effects you. Since we found out how GMO effects our body’s we have changed deratically in our eating habits.
Love being raw wanna feel great!!! And would live to win!!!
I was diagnosed with a strangeand painful pelvic condition and was popping otc pain meds around the clock. It began to get tiring and annoying to have to keep it up. It seemed that everything in my body was out of whack. I was stressed; I had horrible acne; I couldn’t get a good night’s sleep; it was awful. I was laying in bed one day (in pain) and began to watch the documentary ‘Food Matters’ and from that moment on I have been on a mission to naturally heal myself through proper nutrition and…it worked. I have been pain free for 2 1\2 months, my acne is completely cleared, I have soaring energy and I’ve gone from a size 10 to a 6. Every morning I make my green smoothie to get me day going and it truly puts my mind in a better place for the rest of the day. My friends ask me how my “diet” is going but everytime they ask I ensure them that this isn’t a diet…its a lifestyle.
I found out I had food allergies 6 yrs ago it started am and now the list grows each yr. I eat all whole foods most raw I small amount steamed vegetables. I would love a vita mix would help so much.
One positive change I have made to my diet would have to be cutting out carbohydrates and sugars. My health has improved drastically since dealing with IBS, candida & lactose/gluten intollerance for most of my life. I can now finally live a normal life and enjoy food that I know won’t make me sick.
I have used the blender to make some drinks of apple,carrot and cabbage to heal some ulcets in my stomache. I could never have consumed the amount necessary to heal these in bulk form, blending it made it so much easier. My only regret is whete was.this 20 years ago?. Thank you Vita.Mix, I love you!
I have committed to not drinking cow’s milk and I have replaced it with almond milk. It has improved my health in the way that I am not as congested as I have been in the past~
I have a super green smoothie 4 times a week for breakfast and that keeps me going nicely till lunchtime. I feel leaner, more energized and motivated to keep improving my diet. Raw nut milks next!
I stopped drinking sodas and started drinking water through out thr day. I feel more energize and Im even loosing some weight. When we go to the supermarket we look for organic and try to cook that way also. No more frozen foods.
I’ve cut out soda pop…I know…but you gotta start somewhere.
I have more energy and don’t feel bloated all the time.
Now I’m starting the green smoothie per day plan!
I removed gluten from my diet and it has been life changing and maybe lifesaving, my inflamation levels were sky high, I had joint pain and swelling, intestinal discomfort, and constantly tearing eyes; I began feeling better within three days of removing gluten and my doctor said we don’t need to do anymore testing the evidence of gluten intolerance is obvious in my improving health. I really would love to have the Vitamix to be able to make healthy soups and smoothies and possible grind my own gluten free grain. It is a challenge sometimes to figure out what to eat that is gluten free and with the Vitamix I could really blend up some healthy meals. Thank you.
I especially like eating raw yellow peppers, carrots and mushrooms! Yum!
I would have to say that I am eating breakfasts that aren’t full of preservatives. A nice smoothy helps to keep me regular too.
increasing my protein, to build muscle… and boost my metabolism and long-term keeping fat OFF!
I’ve maintained “weight”, but my size has slimmed considerably… soi believe it’s working!
I have been cut out to eat sugar. I substituted for Agave… and I have been drink more water. I lost feel pounds. Makes me feel with more energy. I’ll love if I could drink green juices, smoothies, etc, etc, etc… But I can’t afford to buy a mix at this moment. So will be the best Christmas gift for me and for my kids!!! Thanks.
Start your day with fresh fruit smoothie and end with veggie soup. It gives me more energy, fresh skin and weight control!!
Aloha Jennifer,
Seven years ago I was fortunate enough to sit beside a woman at a local health fair in Sebastopol, CA who was sharing freshly made raw almond mylk with passersby. It was the most delicious thing I had ever tasted, and six months later and 40lbs lighter, I knew I would continue this for the rest of my life. That one glass of almond mylk set me on a journey of raw food that continues to this day.
One year ago, I put my entire life in order in CA and moved to HI, fulfilling a 30 year old dream to move to the Big Island. Living among hundreds of fruit trees and large organic gardens, and having access to all the tropical fruit that grows all over this enchanted island has changed my life in so many ways. I wake up every morning giving thanks for all the gifts I receive from Nature every day. Now I know that choosing food that is alive and vibrant is the way to nurture and nourish my body and spirit in ways that I can’t begin to describe. Mahalo nui loa to Mother Nature!!
😉
One major change was eliminating coffee from my diet over a year ago, which I did during a cleanse. The withdrawals were terrible and for 2 weeks I didn’t feel myself… This was reason enough for me to stay off it! I also have eliminated dairy and notice a change in my body and in the cravings I have!
I drink more juices each day and try to get in more fruits and veggies as well.
Stopped drinking soda, I know drink equal amounts of juice and water) and in the mornings I know drink warm water with lemon juice. My face has a bit of a glow to it. People are saying I have lost weight but the scale doesn’t say the same but I have notice my fave jeans are a bit loose. I know have to wear a belt with out it I constantly have to pick up my pants.
I drink cranberry water (1/2 cranberry juice and 1/2 water) every day and notice a dramatic difference in my body. I have also been incorporating green smoothies into my diet. I seem to have more energy and clearer skin.