The Almond Lover Smoothie is a delicious almond flavored smoothie that used almond milk, almond butter, and almonds. Almonds are packed full of nutrients including fiber, protein, and healthy fats. They are also high in the minerals manganese and magnesium. Research has shown that almonds can help with blood sugar control and are heart healthy …
Peaches contain gazillions of health benefits, aside from the fact that it is rich in phenols which are phytochemicals that act as antioxidants. It is also an effective stress reliever, has anti-helminthic properties, and helps reduce hair loss. And since it is a good source of selenium it has anti-cancer fighting properties too. This smoothie …
The Chocolate Indulgent Guilt-free Smoothie is perfect for those who are having a chocolate craving but don’t want to ruin their diets. This smoothie contains fewer calories and is low in fat compared to other desserts with only 355 calories and less than 2 grams of saturated fat. The smoothie also adds ground flaxseed to …
The Strong Bones Smoothie is high in calcium and other nutrients that are important for bone health. This smoothie contains over 700mg of calcium which comes from milk, Greek yogurt, and sesame seeds. Bananas, oranges, and strawberries are fruits that contain not only calcium, but also potassium and vitamin C which are needed for bone …
Disclosure: This is a paid post sponsored by Silk. However all opinions and writing are my own. What is your liquid base for your smoothies? If it is water, you may find that your smoothie is, well, watery. If you use frozen fruit or ice to chill your smoothie, it also may be chunky or grainy. One …
This is a powerhouse meal replacement smoothie. It is higher in calories to fill you up and is also good for anyone looking for smoothies for weight gain. Don’t be afraid of the fat content in this, it comes from the avocado, which is healthy fat. Also, if you wish to cut the calories down …
Blueberries are one of the highest antioxidant containing fruit like vitamins A, E, B-complex and C plus anthocyanin. Antioxidants are helpful in neutralizing free radicals in the body that leads to aging and diseases. Here is a list of the anti-oxidants and its corresponding daily values found in this smoothie: 420% Vit A, 301% Vit …
Bananas are excellent supporters of a healthy heart. One large banana provides up to 480mg of potassium, which is essential for the muscles that make your heart beat. In fact, low potassium intake is related to higher risk of stroke so, banana’s high-potassium/low-sodium combo makes them a great addition to any healthy heart routine. This …
The old saying keeps true… Studies show that having 2 medium apples a day for 3 months was enough to reduce bad cholesterol (LDL) levels in women as much as 16%. You can make this with raw apples, but you can also cook the apples with cinnamon, a dash of ginger and nutmeg in a …
Are you looking to receive a healthy burst of energy from your morning or afternoon smoothie? Do you want to feel full without eating your daily calorie quotient? This yogurt-based smoothie is perfect for muscle restoring potassium, vitamin C, and giving you that desired boost of energy. Jumpstart your day with the Potassium Infused Energy Blast! …
Beans in a smoothie? Sure! Pintos are mild and the coffee and chocolate mask them. Packed with fiber, protein and vitamins, they should have a place in everyone’s diet, and when it comes to heart health, pinto beans have additional advantages. In a recent study, researchers found that having just ½ a cup of pinto …
Yes! A chocolate smoothie can be healthy!!! Chocolate contains antioxidants that can be beneficial for hearth health. The darker the better, as research shows its high antioxidant power can play an important role fighting clog formation in your arteries. The cherries in this recipe also provide antioxidants and anti-inflammatory properties. Strawberry and banana add additional …
The oatmeal and sweet potato in this smoothie both provide exceptional amounts of fiber and carbohydrates. When made with vanilla yogurt and vanilla soy milk, with a touch of spice, it tastes a lot like pumpkin pie and also has a good protein balance. It would make a great post run recovery drink. You could …
There is no fruit higher in vitamin C than guava, second is the Kiwi and third and fourth are papayas and orange juice. Not only are these fruits loaded with one of nature’s most valuable antioxidants, in combination, they taste incredible! While a four fruit smoothie with fruits of this caliber is guaranteed to taste …