ROCHESTER, Minn. – Fruit and vegetable juices have many health benefits, but no convincing evidence indicates that “juicing” is healthier than eating whole fruits and vegetables, according to a recent issue of Mayo Clinic Health Letter.

Juicing involves using an appliance to turn raw fruits and vegetables into liquid. Swigging liquid produce from a cup can be tasty and healthful, but some claims made by juicing proponents are far-fetched.

The Mayo Clinic Health Letter covers juicing claims that don't stand up to scrutiny. Some of those claims and the corresponding facts are: ffi The body absorbs more nutrients from juice: The theory here is that fiber, often filtered out of juice, is too taxing on the digestive system, and that fiber impairs digestion of fruit and vegetable nutrients. The opposite is true. The digestive system needs fiber to function properly and to remain healthy.