Smoothies
Smoothies are an easy way to increase your fruit consumption and improve your diet. While many people count a smoothie as part of their daily diet, others are not sure where to begin on making their own smoothies. It is always better to make your own because many of the store bought ones contain added sugar and calories.
Continue reading for health benefits of smoothies and an easy to follow recipe.
1. They retain all the fiber of fruits and vegetables.
2. Smoothies help rid your body of toxins.
3. Helps to reduce sugar cravings.
4. Improves digestion.
5. Great source of energy.
6. Strengthens your immune system.
To make your smoothie even healthier, consider adding nuts or flaxseeds. Another tip to a healthy smoothie is using fresh ingredients or spices such as nutmeg. Check here for more tips to a healthy smoothie.
Not sure how to get started? Check out the easy recipe below for a nutritious green smoothie you can make for breakfast or if you just want a snack!
- 1/2 Mango, chopped
- 1/4 Cucumber, skinned and chopped
- 1/2 cup of shredded Carrot
- 1/2 Pear, chopped
- 1 1/2 cup of Baby Spinach
- 1/2 cup of Baby Kale
Optional:
- 1 Banana, chopped
- 1 Red Plum, chopped
Simply throw it all into the blender with a splash of water and an ice cube or 2!
It’ll be hard to eat all the above mentioned fruits and vegetables on their own. That’s why smoothies are a great way to combine all of these ingredients and give you a well-balanced meal. The fruit also masks the taste of the added vegetables!
Here are some more tips to making a delicious smoothie. Get started today!
Tell us, what is your favorite smoothie flavor?
