For many people, fruit juice is the go-to source for easy nutrition, especially for busy adults, children, and those recovering from illness. However, juice isn’t the ideal nutritious supplement in most cases. The insoluble fibers, calcium, and other minerals are often left out as pulp, making juice denser in sugar rather than much-needed nutrients. Processed juices also often include extra additives and sugars that decrease nutritional value.
Thus, smoothies, where the whole fruit is blended with milk, curd, or yogurt have emerged as a healthier alternative to consume whole fruits or vegetables. Often containing the skin and seeds, as well as pulp, the nutritional value of a smoothie can be the same as eating a whole fruit or vegetable.
Blenders offer a great option for those who struggle to incorporate enough fruits, vegetables, and healthy protein into their diets due to time constraints and busy schedules. One can whip up smoothies and protein shakes with fruits, greens, and nuts. For those who prefer the goodness of vegetables and whose taste preferences lean towards the savory, hummus, soups, guacamole, dips, chutneys, and salad dressings can also be made by blending raw vegetables. Blending fruits and vegetables help us bridge the gap between our nutritional goals and our hectic lives.
Until very recently, consumers were using stationary blenders plugged into a wall. However, now we have portable blenders that can be simply charged through USB-C charging and get up to 15 full blends with a single charge. One can now quickly whip up nutrient-rich recipes, such as smoothies, protein shakes, and soups in just 20 seconds. Portable blenders that can easily incorporate a diverse range of ingredients—including fruits, vegetables, nuts, and seeds—without the hassle of cooking everything separately and cleaning multiple dishes are the current favourite of millennials as well as Gen Z.
This portability makes it particularly convenient for health-conscious consumers. Instead of relying on fast, unhealthy snacks, busy individuals can use such portable blenders with them to work, to the gym, or anywhere else they need to go. Essentially you can now whip up a wholesome, nutrition-dense smoothie or shake or latte right from kitchen top to mountain top. For those who love hiking and trekking, it can be an asset on the go as one can make multiple meals with it. You can be your own barista or shake maker or even a bar-tender as the portable blenders can cut through ice.
For most people, ease of access will make or break healthy habits. The size and portability make it more convenient to pack in nutritious meals at home or when people are on the go. Such portable blenders take up less space than a conventional blender, do not require electrical connections, with powerful blades that revolve at 275 revolutions per second and use TurboJet technology, enabling one to have a healthy smoothie in the blink of an eye.
So, whether your young child needs a quick banana smoothie on the go, or you need your protein shake immediately after gym, or hosting a beach or pool party, the portable blender will be by your side, ensuring that you always get a nutrition packed meal, no matter what.
Ryan Pamplin, CEO and Co-Founder, BlendJet