We’re excited to share a milestone in our VooZee journey — our savory vegetable smoothies are officially ready for plant trials!

The Road to Readiness

Sourcing our ingredients has been an adventure, full of unexpected twists and turns. Just when we thought we had perfected our formulas, some key ingredients became unavailable, prompting us to pivot. We meticulously evaluated alternatives, reformulated, and tested again to ensure every flavor of VooZee meets our high standards. After this challenging but rewarding process, we’re proud to say our formulations are locked in — each serving delivering a full cup equivalent of vegetables!

USDA Dietary Guidelines for Americans 2020-2025 recommend consumption of 2.5 cups equivalent of vegetables daily.

Why Vegetable Intake Matters

According to the USDA Dietary Guidelines for 2020-2025, individuals following a 2,000-calorie diet should consume 2.5 cups of vegetables daily, including a variety from all subgroups: dark green, red and orange, legumes, starchy vegetables, and others. For a balanced weekly intake, the guidelines recommend:

• 1.5 cups of dark green vegetables (like broccoli and spinach)
• 5.5 cups of red and orange vegetables (such as bell peppers, beets, and tomatoes)
• 4 cups of other vegetables (like Brussels sprouts, cauliflower, and onions)

Interestingly, mushrooms — though biologically in their own kingdom — are counted as other vegetables in dietary guidelines, adding unique nutrients to your diet!

Understanding Cup Equivalents*

The USDA uses cup equivalents to help people track their veggie intake accurately. For example:

1 cup of raw carrots ≈ 125 grams
1 cup of raw bell peppers ≈ 120 grams
1 cup of broccoli ≈ 80 grams
1 cup of raw beets ≈ 135 grams
1 cup of raw onions ≈ 160 grams
1 cup of raw cauliflower ≈ 110 grams
1 cup of raw mushrooms ≈ 70 grams

By incorporating a variety of vegetables into your meals, you not only meet dietary recommendations but also fuel your body with an array of essential nutrients to support optimal health and well-being.

Thank you for being part of our community — we can’t wait to share more updates soon!

 

Cheers to vibrant health!

- The Mojeto Team

 

 

*Food Patterns Equivalents Database 2017-2018:  Methodology and User Guide, October 2020