What Superfoods We Use And Why We Use Them
Superfoods are considered to the healthiest foods you can eat because they contain a much higher nutrient-to-calorie ratio than other foods. In the raw food and natural health world, superfoods are major focal points within the diet. Superfoods have their place in the diet. Some are useful and both Davy and I use them frequently. [...]
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Are Green Smoothie Additives Healthy or Unhealthy?
We like simplicity. That’s one of the many reasons we are so drawn to green smoothies. Just grab some fruit, a bunch of greens and hit the “Smoothie” button. Zzzzzzzzzzip – and you’ve got breakfast, lunch or even dinner! Of course, you can always make a complicated green smoothie too. You can add protein powders, [...]
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Strawberry-Raspberry Heart Healthy Smoothie
This strawberry-raspberry smoothie is not only a delicious treat, but it’s good for your heart as well! According to Harvard researchers, eating strawberries may help reduce inflammation linked to clogging and hardening of the arteries and may reduce your risk of heart attacks. Raspberries are among the Cleveland Clinic’s list of 40 best foods for [...]
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Blueberry and Avocado Green Smoothie
This smoothie has a creamy texture and mild berry flavor. I drank this smoothie just before I did a 3-mile run and it kept me going strong. It’s great for a pre-run smoothie or morning pick-me-up! I added raw maca powder to give this smoothie an extra boost of energy! Maca has a distinctive flavor [...]
Cactus Pear and Pomegranate Superfruit Smoothie Recipe
I had some leftover cactus pears and pomegranate from previous recipes so I thought I’d toss them in a blender with goji berries to see what blends up. I also like to just dump a bunch of superfoods in a blender so that I can feel like I’ll turn into a superhuman as I drink [...]
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Are Exotic Superfoods Necessary on a Raw Food Diet?
Cacao, goji berries, spirulina, maca, phytoplantkon – exotic superfoods are promoted widely in the raw food community for their “healing” properties and superior nutrition. These powdered and dried exotic foods from far off places can be pricey, though. Chances are that after you were first introduced to the raw food diet, a pitch for superfoods [...]
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Vanilla-Banana with Greens Smoothie
This tasty smoothie recipe not only provides an energy boost, it’s also a great way to hide some extra vegetables in your diet. You’ll taste banana blended with vanilla and none of the “other stuff”. YUM! Studies suggest that bananas may prevent high blood pressure and decrease your risk of kidney cancer. They are also [...]
Ginger-Apple-Papaya Superfood Smoothie Recipe
If you like ginger then you’ll love this smoothie. It has a dominant ginger flavor with a hint of apple and papaya. Ginger has a variety of health benefits and has been used medicinally for centuries. Ginger is widely known for it’s immune-boosting and stomach-settling abilities (ie: drinking ginger ale to settle your stomach). It [...]
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Fruity Coconut Meal Replacement Green Smoothie
Here’s a tasty green smoothie I made. Sweet coconut is the dominant flavor that mingles with a hint of tropical fruitiness. Mango and papaya make great accents in this smoothie. It can make a satisfying meal replacement that will keep you energized for hours when you are on the go. While it does contain coconut [...]
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Maca Smoothie For Energy
I get the biggest boost of energy from my morning smoothie when I add a powdered herb from Peru called Maca. If you want increased energy, stamina and even an improved sex life, maybe you should consider adding this amazing food to your green smoothie as well. Maca Nutrition And Health Benefits Maca is widely [...]
