If you’re serious about health, you need to have at least 4
appliances on your countertop -- A blender, juicer, food processor, and a
dehydrator.
We’ve compared machines in all categories and offer these
suggestions with links to purchase and links for more information.
1. BLENDER
BLENDTEC PROFESSIONAL 800; $999.95
We are partial to the Vitamix blender overall, but the Blendtec
Professional 800 takes the best-of-the-best award.
Why? We like the extra power, the price, and a machine cover that
makes blending a quiet experience. Also the height of the unit is 17.25 inches
tall and will fit on the countertop underneath most cupboards. To save some money, Blendtec offers a refurbished option ($799.95) that looks like
a great deal. Don’t be concerned about the quality of a refurbished model,
because the company provides a 7-year warranty.
The other option for a blender could be the Vitamix – the Quiet One. Note that this Vitamix
model is priced over $1,100, and stands 18 inches tall. In conclusion, if money
is a concern, we’d suggest the refurbished Blendtec model, or if price is not
an issue check out closely both of these models… Blendtec Pro 800 amazon reviews and Vitamix – The Quiet One amazon reviews and
happy blending!
QUICK OVERVIEW:
Quietest-blending
at the sound level of normal conversation
Stealth motor base,
360 degree sealed sound enclosure
WildSide jar
User guide
3.8 peak horsepower
motor
Illuminated
capacitive touch control surface
Manual speed slider
Intuitive interface
for custom programming
42 preprogrammed
blend cycles
Integration with
online Blend Wizard tool for creating custom blend cycles
USB connectivity
for downloading/uploading custom programming
Amps: 15. Watts:
1800. Horsepower: 3.8
Actual weight: 16.2
lbs
Actual dimensions:
8.6" wide x 17.3" tall x 9.0" deep
8 year warranty
2. JUICER
Many folks confuse a blender and a juicer. A blender is all
inclusive, and what ingredients you place in the container is what you get in
the finished product. A juicer will extract the juice from your ingredients and
remove the pulp from the product.
The Norwalk juicer, has been one of the top juicers in the
marketplace for a long time, and boasts an excellent reputation. You can learn
more about this unit by visiting their product
video.
If price is a factor, then another good option at a much lower
cost would be the Tribest Greenstar Elite, GSE-5000-B Jumbo Twin Gear Juicer ($549.95).
QUICK OVERVIEW:
Improved
juice tray - deeper, wider, and inclined, to facilitate more efficient juice
flow with minimal or no overflow of the tray.
Larger
guide pin - to reduce or eliminate any side-to-side movement of the tray during
pressing.
Larger
cutter diameter than previous models - increased grinding possible in less
time.
FDA
approved O-ring on face plate for a more secure housing to face plate fit.
15 x 17 x 15 inches
3. FOOD PROCESSOR
The food processor is a versatile appliance that can help you
speed the process of preparing your meal. Check out over 500 amazon reviews for the Breville food
processor, as they are quite impressive.
Runner’s up to the Breville machine is the Cuisinart DFP-14BCN 14 –Cup Food Processor. This is also an excellent choice.
QUICK OVERVIEW:
Product comes with 5 multi-function discs and 3 blades out of the
box
5.5 inch super-wide feed chute reduces the need to pre-cut most fruits and
vegetables
BPA-free processing bowls
16 cup large bowl and 2.5 cup mini
processing bowl
LCD display displays count-up and count-down auto timer and
Accessory storage box can be stored horizontally or vertically based on storage
space.
Product Dimensions: 10.2 x 17.8 inches; 26 pounds
EXCALIBUR 10-TRAY STAINLESS STEEL; 999.95
The food dehydrator is often overlooked at an essential item for
the kitchen, but if you want health then get a food dehydrator. There are so
many healthy food items you can prepare, and if you dehydrate below 118 degrees you will preserve all the nutrition without zapping out the enzymes.
If you’re on a budget, Excalibur makes a 9 tray model ($499.95) that has fewer features and is not completely stainless steel. This would be a great fallback model that will produce excellent results.
QUICK OVERVIEW:
Case interior and exterior: Stainless Steel with Stainless Steel
Trays
Transparent glass doors!
10 large trays, 16 sq ft of drying space
99 Hour Timer
2 time / 2 temperature settings.
Adjustable Thermostat 95◦F to 165◦F
6.5-inch fan, 600 watts
17-1/4 W x 20-1/2 D x 17 T
Transparent glass doors!
10 large trays, 16 sq ft of drying space
99 Hour Timer
2 time / 2 temperature settings.
Adjustable Thermostat 95◦F to 165◦F
6.5-inch fan, 600 watts
17-1/4 W x 20-1/2 D x 17 T
NSF Approved
For 2016, set your sights on better health and stretch yourself to get
these fine kitchen appliances -- You're most definitely worth it!
