Are Smoothies Healthy?
The short answer is “yes” they are a great way to get your body the protein and nutrition that you may not have time for during the rest of your day. The following article gives you tips for your health on how to incorporate important nutrients into your smoothies.
Diet Food Doesn’t Have to Taste Bad
Are you looking for a satisfying smoothie that will not only fill you up, help meet a heart- healthy diet, but ALSO taste delicious? Whether you are trying to prevent a cold, lose weight, or amplify your overall mental health we have some amazing healthy smoothie recipes to share with you.
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Kale Pineapple Smoothie
Kale is either a vegetable you truly love or despise. Regardless of how your taste buds feel, there is no denying the health benefits of eating kale. This smoothie combines the taste of pineapple and makes the Kale taste not so strong, and it is delicious. You will feel a rush of energy from this drink as it is full of fiber, protein, and countless vitamins! To make the smoothie, simply follow the steps below, if you like a thinner smoothie just add more almond milk. Try out this recipe from wellplated.com.
Ingredients
- 2 cups lightly packed chopped kale leaves stems removed
- 3/4 cup unsweetened vanilla almond milk or any milk you like
- 1 frozen medium banana cut into chunks
- 1/4 cup plain non-fat Greek yogurt
- 1/4 cup frozen pineapple pieces
- 2 tablespoons peanut butter creamy or crunchy
- 1 to 3 teaspoons honey to taste
Instructions
- Place all ingredients (kale, almond milk, banana, yogurt, pineapple, peanut butter, and honey) in a blender in the order listed.
- Blend until smooth.
Chocolate Raspberry Smoothie for Weight Loss
If you are looking to lose weight, incorporating healthy smoothies into your diet will help keep you full and strengthen you with nutrients. When looking for weight loss tips, it is good to have a proper diet for weight loss. The last thing you want to do is get caught up in an unrealistic diet.
This delectable smoothie by Isabel Smith, MS, RD, CDN is helpful for increased brain function and a provides a good basis for a heart-healthy diet. The raspberries are immune-boosting agents and chock full of vitamin C, while spinach is great for fiber and vitamin B. All these ingredients are essential for keeping you on track with your weight loss journey.
Ingredients
- ½ banana
- 1 handful spinach
- ½ cup raspberries
- 1 tablespoon almond or cashew nut butter
- 2 tablespoons raw cocoa powder
- 10 oz unsweetened almond, hemp or coconut milk
- 1 scoop or serving plant-based protein powder (optional)
Instructions
- Place all ingredients in a blender in the order listed.
- Blend until smooth.
Memory Boosting Smoothies
For a more traditional smoothie, try an antioxidant-enriched one. Berries are excellent to boost your memory and stimulate your brain. Bananas are excellent for creating serotonin which improves memory and learning capabilities according to https://www.alzheimers.net. Visit them for more foods to help stimulate brain muscles.
Ingredients
- ½ frozen banana
- ½ cup frozen cherries
- ¼ cup blueberries
- ¾ tsp green tea powder
- ¾ cup unsweetened vanilla almond milk
- Agave or honey to sweeten (optional)
Instructions
- Place all ingredients in a blender in the order listed.
- Blend until smooth.
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