Friday, November 21, 2008
Smoothie!
More people today are discovering the healthy benefits of drinking a delicious, refreshing smoothie for breakfast, lunch or dinner.
Instead of soda pop at your next meal or diet cola, consider whipping up a smoothie made with fresh fruit, yogurt, skim milk or juice.
Smoothies will give you a real energy boost and are healthier for you than cola or soda.
Online you will find recipes for popular smoothies like: banana smoothie, blueberry smoothie, chocolate smoothie, jello smoothie, mango smoothie, peanut butter smoothie, strawberry smoothie, tofu smoothie, and tropical smoothie.
Here is a sample of the kinds of smoothie recipes you will see:
Banana Creamsicle Smoothie – with bananas and orange juice
Blueberry Pineapple Smoothie – with blueberries and pineapple orange juice
Chocolate Raspberry Smoothie – with raspberries and chocolate syrup
Virgin Margarita Smoothie – with lime jello and pineapple
Mango Smoothie – with fresh peaches and mango chunks
Classic Peanut Butter Smoothie – with bananas and creamy peanut butter
Strawberry Pear and Peach Smoothie – with fresh strawberries, peaches and pears
Honey Tofu Smoothie – with bananas, tofu and honey
Hawaiian Holiday Smoothie – with peach mango tofu and pineapple
You can find these refreshing smoothie recipes and more with just the click of your mouse. Soon you’ll be enjoying the wonderful health benefits of drinking these delicious nutritious smoothies.
Donna Monday is a contribution author at: http://www.1st-milkshake-n-smoothie-recipes.com
Monday, October 6, 2008
Ayurveda - Natural Health and More Energy With Green Smoothies
By Martha Gesegnet
The vitamin and herb companies are making millions of dollars promoting and selling supplements to people who are looking for more energy and better health.
But you can have both and save money by adding a few Ayurvedic guidelines and recipes into your diet. Green Smoothies provide superior nutrition that counter the effects of today's stressful lifestyles and otherwise often poor diet.
The first thing to remember is that your body prefers real food . This is what you are genetically wired for...to eat real, whole food, rather than supplements that were pressed together and processed in a manufacturing plant. Your body can absorb and utilize these nutrients best when they come from food. (You will have more energy because your body isn't using it's resources trying to break down foreign capsules and tablets.) It knows what to do with food.
Most supplements don't get absorbed and end up in your toilet. Really, It's true.
Why should you add a green smoothie to your day?
Most smoothies are not that healthy and won't provide good nutrition and long lasting energy. loaded with fruits like bananas, strawberries and orange juice, they provide lots of sugar! This means a quick acting burst of energy, and rise in blood sugar, followed by fatigue and low blood sugar. Sugar also promotes the growth of Candida and yeast which most definitely causes fatigue.
But a green smoothie is different. It is made with different ingredients and still tastes Yummy!! In Ayurveda, one eats mostly according to the season, so just changing a few ingredients like the type of greens and fruits keeps your body and energy in balance.
Some good examples? Lemon Blueberry Tart Smoothie for summer or Vanilla Cardamom Pear Smoothie for fall.
The lemon blueberry smoothie is made with pure water, lemon juice for cleansing the liver, blueberries providing loads of fiber and antioxidants, a few fresh dates for sweetness, avocado for the good type of fat, and a few leafs of Kale, for fiber, calcium and chlorophyll. The chirpily helps cleanse the blood stream. All the fiber and little bit of good fat keeps you feeling full and satisfied for hours.
Don't care for Kale? That's the fun part, just adjust the ingredients according to your taste and the season. A little coconut milk instead of water and you've got sweetness and good fats. Spinach instead of Kale. With fresh seasonal greens at the market the possibilities are endless. Just change a few ingredients to balance your dosha.
This is a great way to get more vegetables into your diet without doing a lot of cooking. The ingredients are right in your grocery store. No supplements needed. It takes only a few minutes to whip one up in the morning and take it on the road. And the kids will like it too.
By adding a green smoothie with these super foods to your diet and your day, you are slowly and gently cleaning out toxins that accumulate in your body and adding superior nutrition that keeps your energy level balanced. They are loaded with healthy and beneficial enzymes that fuel your cells with lots of energy.
And now I would like to offer you free access to my report "7 Natural Health Tips for Having More Energy." You can download it by going to http://thenaturalhealthmaven.blogspot.com
From Martha Gesegnet RN ~~ http://www.MarthaGesegnet.com
Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/?expert=Martha_Gesegnet
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The vitamin and herb companies are making millions of dollars promoting and selling supplements to people who are looking for more energy and better health.
But you can have both and save money by adding a few Ayurvedic guidelines and recipes into your diet. Green Smoothies provide superior nutrition that counter the effects of today's stressful lifestyles and otherwise often poor diet.
The first thing to remember is that your body prefers real food . This is what you are genetically wired for...to eat real, whole food, rather than supplements that were pressed together and processed in a manufacturing plant. Your body can absorb and utilize these nutrients best when they come from food. (You will have more energy because your body isn't using it's resources trying to break down foreign capsules and tablets.) It knows what to do with food.
Most supplements don't get absorbed and end up in your toilet. Really, It's true.
Why should you add a green smoothie to your day?
Most smoothies are not that healthy and won't provide good nutrition and long lasting energy. loaded with fruits like bananas, strawberries and orange juice, they provide lots of sugar! This means a quick acting burst of energy, and rise in blood sugar, followed by fatigue and low blood sugar. Sugar also promotes the growth of Candida and yeast which most definitely causes fatigue.
But a green smoothie is different. It is made with different ingredients and still tastes Yummy!! In Ayurveda, one eats mostly according to the season, so just changing a few ingredients like the type of greens and fruits keeps your body and energy in balance.
Some good examples? Lemon Blueberry Tart Smoothie for summer or Vanilla Cardamom Pear Smoothie for fall.
The lemon blueberry smoothie is made with pure water, lemon juice for cleansing the liver, blueberries providing loads of fiber and antioxidants, a few fresh dates for sweetness, avocado for the good type of fat, and a few leafs of Kale, for fiber, calcium and chlorophyll. The chirpily helps cleanse the blood stream. All the fiber and little bit of good fat keeps you feeling full and satisfied for hours.
Don't care for Kale? That's the fun part, just adjust the ingredients according to your taste and the season. A little coconut milk instead of water and you've got sweetness and good fats. Spinach instead of Kale. With fresh seasonal greens at the market the possibilities are endless. Just change a few ingredients to balance your dosha.
This is a great way to get more vegetables into your diet without doing a lot of cooking. The ingredients are right in your grocery store. No supplements needed. It takes only a few minutes to whip one up in the morning and take it on the road. And the kids will like it too.
By adding a green smoothie with these super foods to your diet and your day, you are slowly and gently cleaning out toxins that accumulate in your body and adding superior nutrition that keeps your energy level balanced. They are loaded with healthy and beneficial enzymes that fuel your cells with lots of energy.
And now I would like to offer you free access to my report "7 Natural Health Tips for Having More Energy." You can download it by going to http://thenaturalhealthmaven.blogspot.com
From Martha Gesegnet RN ~~ http://www.MarthaGesegnet.com
Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/?expert=Martha_Gesegnet
http://EzineArticles.com/?Ayurveda---Natural-Health-and-More-Energy-With-Green-Smoothies&id=1344929
Monday, September 15, 2008
Magic Bullet Juicer - All In One Juicer And Blender
When it comes to the Magic Bullet Juicer, consumers receive an item that provides a multitude of capabilities.
Bringing home the Magic Bullet means gaining the ability to blend, juice, grind coffee, and process food all in one package.
With a convenient space-saving body and assortment of helpful attachments and accessories, the Magic Bullet produces a variety of satisfying meals, snacks, and beverages in a matter of moments.
How to Use the Magic Bullet Juicer
The versatility of the Magic Bullet is seen before, during, and after its use. There are no buttons to push – all a consumer has to do is simply load their desired ingredients and situate the Magic Bullet on the power base.
After pressing down on the apparatus, a multitude of food creations are made possible. Delicious spaghetti sauce, tantalizing salsa, tasty soups, chicken salad, as well as refreshing smoothies, shakes, and fresh juice are just some of the things to look forward with this product.
The Advantages of the Magic Bullet
Unlike other juicers and blenders, the quick transfer of the end result from a receptacle to glasses is not needed with the Magic Bullet.
The Magic Bullet Juicer and Blender cups or mugs easily fit into the microwave, refrigerator, or freezer.
The time it takes to follow and execute a recipe with this product is minimal.
In three seconds, garlic becomes minced, onions are chopped, and cheese grated. In five seconds, spicy salsa, guacamole, and mayonnaise-based salads are created. Milk shakes and smoothies appear in seven seconds, while breakfast omelets, sauces and soups for lunch are produced within ten seconds.
The ease and speed associated with the Magic Bullet allows individuals to generate tasty treats that infuse a bit of fun into the process.
The small size of the Magic Bullet also conveniently accommodates the needs of many different consumers, ranging from the struggling college student to the dieter looking for a way to efficiently watch their weight. When it comes time to clean Magic Bullet parts, many are conveniently fit into the dishwasher.
What You Receive
When acquiring an authentic (and not an imitation) Magic Bullet Juicer, you will receive more than 20 pieces with your purchase.
Consumers will gain access to one power base, one stainless steel cross blade and flat blade, one tall bullet cup, one short bullet cup, one shaker top, one steamer top, two stay-fresh lids, and four mugs with four colored lip rings. A convenient juice extractor kit is also included.
To make the most out of your juicing and blending adventures, a 100-page Magic Bullet publication illustrates an array of 10-second recipes.
Some of the things that consumers have accomplished with the use of their Magic Bullet Juicer include the creation of refreshing cocktails, mouth-watering cheesecake, and energy-boosting protein shakes. The possibilities are near endless.
Bringing home the Magic Bullet means gaining the ability to blend, juice, grind coffee, and process food all in one package.
With a convenient space-saving body and assortment of helpful attachments and accessories, the Magic Bullet produces a variety of satisfying meals, snacks, and beverages in a matter of moments.
How to Use the Magic Bullet Juicer
The versatility of the Magic Bullet is seen before, during, and after its use. There are no buttons to push – all a consumer has to do is simply load their desired ingredients and situate the Magic Bullet on the power base.
After pressing down on the apparatus, a multitude of food creations are made possible. Delicious spaghetti sauce, tantalizing salsa, tasty soups, chicken salad, as well as refreshing smoothies, shakes, and fresh juice are just some of the things to look forward with this product.
The Advantages of the Magic Bullet
Unlike other juicers and blenders, the quick transfer of the end result from a receptacle to glasses is not needed with the Magic Bullet.
The Magic Bullet Juicer and Blender cups or mugs easily fit into the microwave, refrigerator, or freezer.
The time it takes to follow and execute a recipe with this product is minimal.
In three seconds, garlic becomes minced, onions are chopped, and cheese grated. In five seconds, spicy salsa, guacamole, and mayonnaise-based salads are created. Milk shakes and smoothies appear in seven seconds, while breakfast omelets, sauces and soups for lunch are produced within ten seconds.
The ease and speed associated with the Magic Bullet allows individuals to generate tasty treats that infuse a bit of fun into the process.
The small size of the Magic Bullet also conveniently accommodates the needs of many different consumers, ranging from the struggling college student to the dieter looking for a way to efficiently watch their weight. When it comes time to clean Magic Bullet parts, many are conveniently fit into the dishwasher.
What You Receive
When acquiring an authentic (and not an imitation) Magic Bullet Juicer, you will receive more than 20 pieces with your purchase.
Consumers will gain access to one power base, one stainless steel cross blade and flat blade, one tall bullet cup, one short bullet cup, one shaker top, one steamer top, two stay-fresh lids, and four mugs with four colored lip rings. A convenient juice extractor kit is also included.
To make the most out of your juicing and blending adventures, a 100-page Magic Bullet publication illustrates an array of 10-second recipes.
Some of the things that consumers have accomplished with the use of their Magic Bullet Juicer include the creation of refreshing cocktails, mouth-watering cheesecake, and energy-boosting protein shakes. The possibilities are near endless.
About the Author
Alien writes for bodybuilding blog.
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Raspberry Dream Smoothie
What’s almost as good as strawberries and cream? How about raspberries and cream.
Ingredients:
- 1 cup low fat raspberry yogurt
- 1/2 whole milk (whole milk for creamy goodness or 2% for “dieting”)
- 1 cup frozen raspberries
- 3/4 cup frozen strawberries
- 2 cups of ice
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Saturday, September 13, 2008
The Top 3 Ways To Eat More Greens - Smoothies
One of the central components of any healthy diet is eating a sufficient quantity of greens. Yet 95% of people who follow a health diet, do not consume enough green leafy vegetables.
I'll admit, I often have trouble (or sometimes even lack the desire) to eat my greens. There are days when I just don't eat enough of them. I know greens are good. I know I need to eat more greens but I just don't do it.
And then I discovered a fun way to get more greens into my diet. Here are my Top-3 Ways to get more greens into your diet.
1. Make Green Smoothies
Green smoothies are great and my favorite way to consume a large quantity of greens! When I first heard about green smoothies I was a little skeptical about blending fruit and greens and was surprised by the result.
Berry Roman Smoothie
1 cup strawberries
2 whole bananas
1/2 bunch romain
1/2 to 1 cup water
Blend fruit and water. Add romaine lettuce. Enjoy.
Being Green Smoothie
2 cups fresh spinach
1 whole grated cucumber or carrot
2 whole bananas
1 whole orange
3 whole apples, juiced
In a blender, whirl together all ingredients until thick and smooth.
2. Make Blended Salads
Once you've gotten used to the taste of greens in your smoothies, you can graduate to making blended salads. You can transition gradually by reducing the amount of fruit in your smoothie and increasing the quantity of greens. Gaspacho is a type of blended salad. Here is one of my favorite recipes (though I will admit it took me a while to get used to the taste and texture of blended salads).
Blended Salad
2 medium tomatoes, roughly chopped
2 ribs of celery
4 leaves lettuce (big)
1 big handful spinach
1 green onion
1/2 avocado
1/4 cup parsley
2 Tbs. dulse flakes
1 Tbs. nori flakes (optional)
Water if needed
Blend the tomatoes together, and add the rest of the ingredients progressively. Use water only if you need to. A blended salad should be quite thick.
3. Find One Good Healthy Salad Dressing
A funny thing happened once I started consuming more greens in my diet. I started to dislike some of my favorite "healthy" dressings. My tastebuds lurched at the taste of olive oil. So I compiled a collection of healthy salad dressings in my ebook "The Top 70 Healthy Salad Dressings You Can Make in Less Than 2 Minutes"
Here's a recipe to get you started.
2 tomatoes or cucumbers
2 Tbs. apple cider vinegar or lemon juice
1 cup fresh dill
1 small avocado
Blend tomatoes and add other ingredients progressively. Blend until smoothie. Add other seasonings if desired. Use more water if necessary.
We know greens are good for us and we should all strive to get more greens in our diet but don't force yourself to eat more greens if you don't like them! You'll get sick easily. Instead, let your innate hunger for greens come back naturally, by slowly incorporating more greens in your diet in the form of green smoothies, blended salads, etc. You'll find that as your diet starts to become cleaner, you will naturally crave more greens and raw foods.
I'll admit, I often have trouble (or sometimes even lack the desire) to eat my greens. There are days when I just don't eat enough of them. I know greens are good. I know I need to eat more greens but I just don't do it.
And then I discovered a fun way to get more greens into my diet. Here are my Top-3 Ways to get more greens into your diet.
1. Make Green Smoothies
Green smoothies are great and my favorite way to consume a large quantity of greens! When I first heard about green smoothies I was a little skeptical about blending fruit and greens and was surprised by the result.
Berry Roman Smoothie
1 cup strawberries
2 whole bananas
1/2 bunch romain
1/2 to 1 cup water
Blend fruit and water. Add romaine lettuce. Enjoy.
Being Green Smoothie
2 cups fresh spinach
1 whole grated cucumber or carrot
2 whole bananas
1 whole orange
3 whole apples, juiced
In a blender, whirl together all ingredients until thick and smooth.
2. Make Blended Salads
Once you've gotten used to the taste of greens in your smoothies, you can graduate to making blended salads. You can transition gradually by reducing the amount of fruit in your smoothie and increasing the quantity of greens. Gaspacho is a type of blended salad. Here is one of my favorite recipes (though I will admit it took me a while to get used to the taste and texture of blended salads).
Blended Salad
2 medium tomatoes, roughly chopped
2 ribs of celery
4 leaves lettuce (big)
1 big handful spinach
1 green onion
1/2 avocado
1/4 cup parsley
2 Tbs. dulse flakes
1 Tbs. nori flakes (optional)
Water if needed
Blend the tomatoes together, and add the rest of the ingredients progressively. Use water only if you need to. A blended salad should be quite thick.
3. Find One Good Healthy Salad Dressing
A funny thing happened once I started consuming more greens in my diet. I started to dislike some of my favorite "healthy" dressings. My tastebuds lurched at the taste of olive oil. So I compiled a collection of healthy salad dressings in my ebook "The Top 70 Healthy Salad Dressings You Can Make in Less Than 2 Minutes"
Here's a recipe to get you started.
2 tomatoes or cucumbers
2 Tbs. apple cider vinegar or lemon juice
1 cup fresh dill
1 small avocado
Blend tomatoes and add other ingredients progressively. Blend until smoothie. Add other seasonings if desired. Use more water if necessary.
We know greens are good for us and we should all strive to get more greens in our diet but don't force yourself to eat more greens if you don't like them! You'll get sick easily. Instead, let your innate hunger for greens come back naturally, by slowly incorporating more greens in your diet in the form of green smoothies, blended salads, etc. You'll find that as your diet starts to become cleaner, you will naturally crave more greens and raw foods.
About the Author
Deborah Carraro is an avid nutrition, health & fitness enthusiast. If you're tired of feeling tired and drained
all day and often fall victim to the 3 PM lows, then you're in for some surprises once you learn to make delcious and nutritious smoothies. Visit http://www.smoothiesforhealth.com for more information.
all day and often fall victim to the 3 PM lows, then you're in for some surprises once you learn to make delcious and nutritious smoothies. Visit http://www.smoothiesforhealth.com for more information.
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Smooth Refreshing Smoothies
More people today are discovering the healthy benefits of drinking a delicious, refreshing smoothie for breakfast, lunch or dinner.
Instead of soda pop at your next meal or diet cola, consider whipping up a smoothie made with fresh fruit, yogurt, skim milk or juice.
Smoothies will give you a real energy boost and are healthier for you than cola or soda.
Online you will find recipes for popular smoothies like: banana smoothie, blueberry smoothie, chocolate smoothie, jello smoothie, mango smoothie, peanut butter smoothie, strawberry smoothie, tofu smoothie, and tropical smoothie.
Here is a sample of the kinds of smoothie recipes you will see:
Banana Creamsicle Smoothie – with bananas and orange juice
Blueberry Pineapple Smoothie – with blueberries and pineapple orange juice
Chocolate Raspberry Smoothie – with raspberries and chocolate syrup
Virgin Margarita Smoothie – with lime jello and pineapple
Mango Smoothie – with fresh peaches and mango chunks
Classic Peanut Butter Smoothie – with bananas and creamy peanut butter
Strawberry Pear and Peach Smoothie – with fresh strawberries, peaches and pears
Honey Tofu Smoothie – with bananas, tofu and honey
Hawaiian Holiday Smoothie – with peach mango tofu and pineapple
You can find these refreshing smoothie recipes and more with just the click of your mouse. Soon you’ll be enjoying the wonderful health benefits of drinking these delicious nutritious smoothies.
Instead of soda pop at your next meal or diet cola, consider whipping up a smoothie made with fresh fruit, yogurt, skim milk or juice.
Smoothies will give you a real energy boost and are healthier for you than cola or soda.
Online you will find recipes for popular smoothies like: banana smoothie, blueberry smoothie, chocolate smoothie, jello smoothie, mango smoothie, peanut butter smoothie, strawberry smoothie, tofu smoothie, and tropical smoothie.
Here is a sample of the kinds of smoothie recipes you will see:
Banana Creamsicle Smoothie – with bananas and orange juice
Blueberry Pineapple Smoothie – with blueberries and pineapple orange juice
Chocolate Raspberry Smoothie – with raspberries and chocolate syrup
Virgin Margarita Smoothie – with lime jello and pineapple
Mango Smoothie – with fresh peaches and mango chunks
Classic Peanut Butter Smoothie – with bananas and creamy peanut butter
Strawberry Pear and Peach Smoothie – with fresh strawberries, peaches and pears
Honey Tofu Smoothie – with bananas, tofu and honey
Hawaiian Holiday Smoothie – with peach mango tofu and pineapple
You can find these refreshing smoothie recipes and more with just the click of your mouse. Soon you’ll be enjoying the wonderful health benefits of drinking these delicious nutritious smoothies.
About the Author
Donna Monday is a contribution author at: http://www.1st-milkshake-n-smoothie-recipes.com
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Vitamin Smoothies to Beat the Summer Heat
Vitamin smoothies are a great way to enjoy a cold beverage and relax on a hot summer day. Smoothies are not only delicious, but they are good for you as well, providing many nutritional benefits which will improve your dietary habits. These refreshments are perfect for long car rides, picnics or to make at home to enjoy in front of the television. Some of the most popular types of smoothies include protein smoothies, energy drinks and vitamin smoothies, but it is important to know the ingredients in these drinks in order to determine which type of drink suits your lifestyle.
• Protein Smoothies – Protein is known as the building block for muscles and insufficient amounts of protein will make it difficult to obtain muscle mass and grow larger muscles. Protein supplements are available in powder forms and can easily be added to smoothies in order to build your muscles faster. A large container of protein will cost about $30.00.
Who Drinks Them?
Protein smoothies are great for individuals looking to build larger muscles in a short amount of time. Protein is also used for individuals looking to lose weight while maintaining strong and healthy muscles. Body-builders and weight lifters often use protein supplements.
• Energy Drinks – Energy drinks include stimulants, vitamins and minerals such as caffeine, guarana, taurine, ginseng and creatine. The caffeine and stimulants are the ingredients which give you the energy boost you desire. The amount of caffeine in one energy drink is usually equal to the amount used to make one cup of coffee.
Who Drinks Them?
Individuals, with busy schedules who require and extra “kick” to help them get through the day, will often use energy drinks for the uplift they need.
• Vitamin Smoothies – Vitamin smoothies which use pure fruit with no added sugar can have great nutritional value. Beverages such as these provide the individual with a significant amount of Vitamin B and C as well as fibers and minerals. For the healthiest form of smoothie, do not use cream, ice cream whole milk or peanut butter. For best results, used crushed ice and pure fruit juice.
Who Drinks Them?
Anyone looking to maintain a healthy diet is most likely to drink these beverages. They are a great alternative to ice cream, pop or iced tea and provide vitamins and minerals which are great for healthy living.
Now that you have become familiar with the different types of smoothies, maybe you would like to try making your own at home. Making your own smoothie is as easy as 1-2-3, literally! Read the directions below to find out at to make great-tasting smoothies in the comfort of your own home:
1. Choose the kind of fruit you want to use (strawberries, blueberries, oranges, bananas etc)
2. Blend the fruits that you chose with crushed ice (or fruit juice or yogurt) in a blender.
3. Pour into a cup and serve.
Whether you purchase them from a store or make them yourself, smoothies are an easy, healthy way to beat the summer heat and cool off on a hot summer day.
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• Protein Smoothies – Protein is known as the building block for muscles and insufficient amounts of protein will make it difficult to obtain muscle mass and grow larger muscles. Protein supplements are available in powder forms and can easily be added to smoothies in order to build your muscles faster. A large container of protein will cost about $30.00.
Who Drinks Them?
Protein smoothies are great for individuals looking to build larger muscles in a short amount of time. Protein is also used for individuals looking to lose weight while maintaining strong and healthy muscles. Body-builders and weight lifters often use protein supplements.
• Energy Drinks – Energy drinks include stimulants, vitamins and minerals such as caffeine, guarana, taurine, ginseng and creatine. The caffeine and stimulants are the ingredients which give you the energy boost you desire. The amount of caffeine in one energy drink is usually equal to the amount used to make one cup of coffee.
Who Drinks Them?
Individuals, with busy schedules who require and extra “kick” to help them get through the day, will often use energy drinks for the uplift they need.
• Vitamin Smoothies – Vitamin smoothies which use pure fruit with no added sugar can have great nutritional value. Beverages such as these provide the individual with a significant amount of Vitamin B and C as well as fibers and minerals. For the healthiest form of smoothie, do not use cream, ice cream whole milk or peanut butter. For best results, used crushed ice and pure fruit juice.
Who Drinks Them?
Anyone looking to maintain a healthy diet is most likely to drink these beverages. They are a great alternative to ice cream, pop or iced tea and provide vitamins and minerals which are great for healthy living.
Now that you have become familiar with the different types of smoothies, maybe you would like to try making your own at home. Making your own smoothie is as easy as 1-2-3, literally! Read the directions below to find out at to make great-tasting smoothies in the comfort of your own home:
1. Choose the kind of fruit you want to use (strawberries, blueberries, oranges, bananas etc)
2. Blend the fruits that you chose with crushed ice (or fruit juice or yogurt) in a blender.
3. Pour into a cup and serve.
Whether you purchase them from a store or make them yourself, smoothies are an easy, healthy way to beat the summer heat and cool off on a hot summer day.
About the Author
Jeff Matson is an avid health enthusiast who owned and operated his own natural health food store. Now retired, Jeff spends his time keeping fit, walking marathons and writing articles as a contributing editor for http://www.vitamin-insight.com - a site that offers information on vitamins, minerals and other dietary supplements.
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