smoothie

Table of contents

1) why smoothies?
2) smoothie hacks
3) green cleansing smoothies
4) low carbohydrate smoothie
5) weight gain smoothies

              WHY SMOOTHIES?
Most people know that they would be far better off health wise if they consumed more fruits and vegetables. The health benefits of consuming more vegetables and fruits are well known by most people including, I suspect,you. If this is the case then, why don't more people do it? Why don't you?  There are a few reasons: one of the problem is that in today's fast paced world most people just don't have time. It takes time, for example, to prepare and eat a salad.  Another issue is that, especially in the care of vegetables, a lot of people just don't like the taste or the texture. Without mom close by saying things like "eat your veggies!"
This is where smoothies come in. A properly made smoothies can easily fulfill your bodies needs for fruits and vegetables while tickling your taste buds at the same time.
What are the benefits of consuming a healthy smoothie? Let me count the ways :
• Aid Digestion
• Helps you lose weight
• Lower blood pressure
• Prevents energy loss,mood swings
• Keeps your body hydrated
• Boosts your immune system
• Prevents disease
• Radiant, glowing skin

                SMOOTHIE HACKS
I think that you now have some appreciation for the immense benefits that can be assured by adding healthy smoothies to your diet.
Before we get the actual smoothies recipes, however I want to go over some common "smoothie hacks" that you can use to alter the recipes you are about to experience.
                     THE LIQUID
This is the most important part of a smoothie as it is what essential holds it together. You can mix and match the following liquid options as desired.
• Dairy milk: this flavor neutral liquid is filled with calcium and provides any smoothies with a nice texture.
• Soy milk: soy milk is high in both protein and calcium and can be drunk by the lactose intolerant.
• Almond / coconut milk: these and other nut milks are another alternative for the dairy intolerant
• Water: you can never go wrong with water. It can be used to dilute some of the heavier ingredients above if needed
• Coconut water: Coconut water is all the rage in a lot of fitness classes, especially yoga classes. This refreshing beverage is a fantastic source of potassium, B-complex, vitamins, electrolyte and minerals
•Coffee: if you want to create a smoothie that is more dessert like a little coffee can go along way
• Tea: Depending on the kind of you get tea can be filled with healthy antioxidants and cab give your smoothies a pleasant taste. From my experience green tea or black tea works the best.

    GREEN CLEANSING SMOOTHIES

The following smoothies are nutrient rich and will help you with weight loss, detoxification and hydration while improving your digestion.

1) KALE PINEAPPLE BANANA RECIPE
ingredients:
        • 1 cup of pineapple cubes
        • 1 peeled banana, small
        • 3 cups of stems removed kale,         curly
        • 8 oz. of water
Directions:
You may begin the process by adding the liquid to your high speed blender. Now you need to add the soft fruits to it. Once you are done with the adding the liquids and soft fruits,add the greens to your blender. Blend all the ingredients on high speed until the smoothie is creamy.

2) SPINACH MANGO SMOOTHIE
Ingredients:
        • 1½ cup of fresh spinach
        • 1½ cup of mango
        • 1 cup of pineapple
        • ½ avocado
        • 2 cup of water
Directions:
Blend spinach and water on high speed until smooth.
Now, put in the remaining fruits and blend again until smooth.