The antioxidants and anti-inflammatory properties of kale have quickly made it a favorite super food. The downside of kale, like may super healthy green foods, is that it has an acquired taste that some folks just never acquire. This Nutribullet recipe with kale is a great shake for breakfast or as a healthy snack. It …
We are finally living in an age where self-love and self-care are a priority, some say it’s just a trend, but even if it is at least we have a positive trend that promotes self-care. Part of the self-care package is taking care of your shape that includes healthy, sweet smoothies you can start your …
This Cranberry Oatmeal Smoothie recipe is perfect for the fall season. Perfect for either you Nutribullet or other blender! Cranberries have been known to help fight prostate cancer for men and are known for attacking urinary tract infections and promoting urinary tract health. But did you know that these little berries are full of other …
I love this unique pistachio and kale green smoothie. Pistachios are a good source of protein, vitamin K and potassium with fewer calories compared to other nuts. When eaten in moderation, pistachios can help you in managing your weight and heart health. They also make this smoothie unique! Eating pistachios regularly in small amounts …
Grapefruits are rich in Vitamin C which makes it a potent anti-oxidant. It is also rich in lycopene, but only the red and pink grapefruit contain this compound and not the white grapefruit. Lycopene is another effective anti-oxidant; thus making red or pink grapefruit a top anti-oxidant fruit. Boost your immunity with this smoothie that’s …
The Apple Crisp Smoothie takes inspiration from apple crisp with apple as the star and oats and cinnamon playing a supporting role. It taste like apple pie or crisp without the high amounts of sugar and saturated fat. Apples are high in fiber and packed full of antioxidants that can help prevent certain diseases. Banana …
The Happy Honeydew Melon Smoothie is full of ingredients to help boost your mood. Green tea contains a small amount of caffeine that will help boost your energy as well as your mood. A proper balance of carbohydrates and protein is important for dopamine levels, a hormone that plays a role in mood stability. Both …
The Blackberry Cobbler Smoothie is a healthy alternative to the blackberry cobbler dessert that is usually high in calories and saturated fat. Blackberries are a fruit that are high in fiber and a variety of vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. This smoothie also adds walnuts that contain vitamin E and unsaturated fats that are heart healthy. …
Oatmeal is a great way to achieve good health because it has so many benefits to offer you. It boosts the immune system, prevents diabetes, stabilizes blood sugar, rich in antioxidants, reduces the risk of hypertension, lowers cholesterol, and so much more. This smoothie is rich in Omega-3 fatty acids, vit C with 149% DV, …
Melon, such as honeydew or cantelope, is an underrated fruit, especially when it comes to Vitamin A. Because of it pale flesh color, people often think that it does not contain Vitamin A. However, it’s actually an excellent source of Vitamin A and also of Vitamin C. This fruit is also rich in folate, fiber …
Lemon is a very underrated fruit. Though it is commonly used as a flavoring and garnish for food, it’s not what one would choose as a snack. Lemons are rich in antioxidants and vitamins such as Vitamin C. It helps prevent cancer by stopping the division of cancer cells. This smoothie makes use of lemons …
Honey is a nice natural sweetener that is often used as an alternative to refined sugar. It is great as an addition to green smoothies to cut back on the bitterness sometimes associated with leafy greens such as spinach or kale. Keep in mind, however, that honey is still a form of sugar. One tablespoon …
Give this Honey and Fruit Smoothie a try. Honey, which is often used in flavoring desserts and other foods, is actually used as a medicine in some Asian countries. It is rich in nutrients which gives it healing properties. Honey contains antioxidants that helps prevent bacterial cells that causes ulcer and digestive diseases from growing. …
Kiwi is one of the most alkaline fruits in the world, giving it a mineral-rich property. Because of this, kiwis are able to help reduce and replace the acidity in the body. This is said to help the body maintain a healthy and youthful skin, reduce insomnia and prevent arthritis and osteoporosis. Personally, I eat …
Need a high protein smoothie? Packed with protein, this blueberry and tofu smoothie is a perfect post workout food or meal replacement. This is a higher calorie smoothie, but you can cut down the calories (and the carbs) some by cutting down the amount of blueberries. After a workout, your body needs protein, at …
Hazelnuts are popularly used a flavoring and ingredient in coffee and chocolate. It’s also rich in unsaturated fats. Unsaturated fats are fats that good for the heart. This gives hazelnut a cardiovascular benefits. It helps regulate and maintain the proper level of cholesterol and calcium level in the body. This Peanut Butter and Hazelnut smoothie …