A smoothie is a popular healthy beverage made by blending numerous ingredients in a blender. A smoothie usually has a liquid base to which various ingredients can be added. These ingredients consist of fresh or frozen fruits, vegetables, nuts, seeds, plant-based fat, grains, and spices.
In order for your smoothie to be healthy, you must not add sugar or milk to the mixture. If you want your smoothie to be sweeter, a healthier option is to add organic stevia powder or a teaspoon of maple syrup to the mixture.
Smoothies are rich in protein and fibre, so they keep you fuller for a longer time. They are a rich source of vitamins and minerals, which makes them a good choice for improving overall health.
Smoothies can be a colourful and tasty way to get a lot of nutrients in one meal, and they can be a very good and easy way to boost energy. Make them with whole foods, make them different – use your imagination – and try to keep them healthy.
Here are 3 recipes for healthy and delicious breakfast smoothies:
1. Celery Apple Green Smoothie
Serves: 2
Preparation: 10 minutes
Ingredients:
- 1 banana
- 1 medium green apple
- ½ avocado
- A large handful of baby spinach leaves
- 1 celery stick with leaves
- 1 tsp chia seeds
- 1 tsp sesame seeds
- Pinch of Himalayan salt
- 300 ml organic almond milk
Method:
Place all ingredients in a blender and blend until smooth, thick and creamy. Divide between 2 glasses and serve immediately.
Tip:
- You can add ½ tsp cinnamon to enhance the taste and nutrition.
- To make a healthy smoothie, be sure to soak your fruits and vegetables in a baking soda solution to remove pesticides, bacteria, and dirt.
2. Banana and berry Smoothie
Serves: 2
Preparation: 10 minutes
Ingredients:
- 1 large banana
- ½ cup frozen mixed berries
- 100 ml organic almond milk
- 200 ml natural style Greek yoghurt
- Pinch Himalayan salt
- 1 tsp chia seeds
- 1 tsp sesame seeds
- 2 tbsp chopped walnuts to serve
Method:
Place all ingredients in a blender and blend until smooth, thick and creamy. Divide between 2 glasses, garnish with walnuts and serve immediately.
Tip:
To make a healthy smoothie, be sure to soak your fruits and vegetables in a baking soda solution to remove pesticides, bacteria, and dirt.
3. Rolled oats and berries smoothie
Serves: 2
Preparation: 10 minutes
Ingredients:
- 1 banana
- ½ cup frozen berries
- 2 tbs organic rolled oats
- Small handful of baby spinach leaves
- 300 ml organic almond milk
- 1 tsp organic cacao powder
- Pinch Himalayan salt
Method:
Place all ingredients in a blender and blend until smooth, thick and creamy. Divide between 2 glasses, and serve immediately.
Tip:
To make a healthy smoothie, be sure to soak your fruits and vegetables in a baking soda solution to remove pesticides, bacteria, and dirt.
NOTE:
- You can substitute the ingredients to your taste.
- You can add ½ teaspoon of ginger or turmeric, and black pepper powder to increase the health benefits.
- Smoothies should be consumed slowly.
Benefits of drinking smoothies include:
- Improve digestion
- Strengthen the immune system
- May fight inflammation in the body
- Improve heart health
- Promote circulation
- Promote healthy weight loss
- May prevent cancer
- May slow down the ageing process
- Increase energy
Don’t forget to share these healthy smoothie recipes with your friends!
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➥ DISCLAIMER: This post is not intended to replace medical treatment. The information provided is for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice.