Vitamix - My New Friend

Vitamix 5200

It is easy to take for granted the things we do each day such as eating. I have never been one that lives to eat but I ate to live. Scleroderma has caused eating to become a main focus in my life, and it has changed what I purchase because of the necessity. Because my esophagus muscles are weakened, it is easier to drink my vegetables than to eat them. During a recent visit to my daughter’s home she juiced vegetables for me to help my nutrition. I believe that lots of raw vegetables and fruit are crucial to fighting this disease. My new “toy” is a Vitamix 5200. I place vegetables, frozen fruit and some nut milk to thin down the mixture in the blender and blend it to a juice. I also add fruit juice or vitamin water to thin it more if necessary. I have found that adding wheat grass helps prevent so much gas that comes with taking all the medication and swallowing air while trying to eat.