Two cleansing foods that are perfect for a summer detox is sweet watermelon and chlorophyll-rich kale. Blended with orange (another super cleansing fruit), this green smoothie is as delicious as it is invigorating. By the way, our new ebook, Detox In 4 Days: A Seasonal Guide To Cleansing Your Body, Mind and Home, is still [...]

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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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This is a VERY large smoothie and it might not be for everyone. It’s loaded with nutrition and has enough calories to keep you going between meals, especially if you have to go several hours in between meals. It provides an excellent source of vitamins, minerals, Omega-3s, protein and antioxidants. You can use Romaine lettuce [...]

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In this week’s video, I discuss alternatives to using fruit in a green smoothie if an allergy prevents you from doing so. Also, should you add protein powders to green smoothies? Find out my recommendations and if you even need to add the extra protein. If you have a question for us, visit our contact [...]

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I found this smoothie purely by accident. I wanted to make a nice big smoothie to drink after I worked out. I put a bunch of stuff in the blender and wasn’t expecting much. To my surprise and delight, this creation was tasty! Banana is the dominant flavor and helps mask the greens and other [...]

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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 [...]

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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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