10 Reasons You Should Use Dandelion Greens In Your Green Smoothie
Dandelion greens are my number one choice for a smoothie green. Not only do they provide a higher amount of calcium and iron than most cultivated greens, they have a wide array of health benefits that make them the perfect all around nutritional boost. Here are ten reasons you should use dandelion greens in your [...]
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Blackberry-Almond with Chia Smoothie Recipe
I’ll admit, blackberries aren’t my favorite berry. I’ve been looking into the health benefits, though, and I think I’ll start making a lot more blackberry smoothies! According to new research published in the journal of Biological Chemistry, blackberries contain a natural ingredient that can destroy leukemia cells. They are also extremely high in antioxidants, which [...]
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Mango-Carrot Beta-Carotene Blast Smoothie
Mangoes are just starting to show up in the fruit markets here in Mexico and so I’ve been blending them up in green smoothies lately. This mango-carrot smoothie provides a large dose of beta-carotene (pro-vitamin A). The smoothie is really thick and creamy. Depending on your blender, you might need to add up to eight [...]
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Tangerine Smoothie Recipes and Nutrition
Tangerines are one of my absolute favorite citrus fruits to use in green smoothies. They complement many fruit flavors nicely. I like to blend them with other tropical fruits like bananas, pineapple, papaya, coconut and guava. Tangerine Nutrition and Health Benefits Tangerines are a good source of vitamins A (as beta-carotene) and C. A medium [...]
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Ginger-Carrot with Pineapple Smoothie Recipe
Ginger and pineapple blend together for a spicy and warming smoothie recipe for a chilly winter day. Carrots are famously rich in beta carotene, which the body processes into vitamin A. Carrots also pack a well-rounded nutritional punch with good amounts of vitamins C, B3, B6, E and K as well as minerals such as [...]
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Lemon-Lime Detox Smoothie Recipe
Lemons, limes and other citrus fruits rank highly for their detoxing properties. They are among the most water rich fruits which help flush toxins out of your body. The fiber in lemon, lime, orange and grapefruit “scrubs” your intestines and helps moves toxins out. This smoothie combines the sour flavor of lemon-lime with the sweetness [...]
Blueberry-Pineapple Green Smoothie Recipe
Blueberries are a great source of antioxidants while pineapples have anti-inflammatory properties and help with digestion. Blend them together with organic baby spinach and you’ve got a deliciously fruity, super healthy green smoothie! If blueberries aren’t in season or you can’t find frozen, you can make this recipe with strawberries. Raspberries and pineapple might not [...]
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Chia Seed-Red Grape Smoothie
This smoothie was a delicious accident. I wasn’t trying to make a tasty smoothie that I’d post here. Instead, I was just dumping a bunch of leftovers in a blender in order to meet the rest of my nutrient needs for the day. What happened was both nutrition and wonderful flavor, so here’s the recipe [...]
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 [...]
Acai Berry and Mint Green Smoothie
Antioxidant-rich acai berry blends with red grapes and fresh mint for a refreshing, delicious green smoothie. Acai berry is a good source of antioxidants and lends a distinctive flavor, often described as a blend between dark chocolate and red wine. Acai is native to Central and South America, commonly imported to the United States and [...]
