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3 Smoothie Recipes: Green, Red and Pink

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Smoothies are the new go to meal. You can energize your body, especially if you replace a heavy breakfast with a nutritious vitamin packed smoothie. Depending on what you put in your smoothie you can eventually improve your overall health. Here are three smoothie recipes you might want to try (Green, Red and Pink) along with their benefits.

1- Green Smoothie

Ingredients:
* spinach
* celery
* green apple (core removed)
* fresh ginger root (the size of a quarter)
* raw honey or stevia (optional) natural sweetener
* whey protein powder

Benefits of ingredients-
* green apple is high in fiber
* spinach lowers the risk of cancer and is a great source of iron
* celery is a natural diuretic
* ginger is awesome for circulation, inflammation and is a natural pain reliever
* protein powder is a great source of protein that helps rebuild muscle while keeping your appetite satisfied

Red Smoothie

2- Red Smoothie

Ingredients:
* beet root
* raspberries
* fresh turmeric
* ginger
* raw honey or stevia natural sweetener
* whey protein powder

Benefits of ingredients-
* beet roots are great at preventing coronary artery disease, strokes, lowers cholesterol and contains vitamins B3, B5, B6
* raspberries are full of antioxidants, iron, phytonutrients, fiber, magnesium, potassium, zinc just to name a few
* turmeric has antibacterial properties, is a anti-inflammatory and helps detoxify your liver
* ginger is awesome for circulation, inflammation and is a natural pain reliever
* powder is a great source of protein that helps rebuild muscle while keeping your appetite satisfied

3- Pink Smoothie

Ingredients:
* strawberries
* kale
* raw honey or stevia natural sweetener
* cayenne powder (very little needed)
* whey protein powder

Benefits of ingredients:
* strawberries lower homosysteine levels which prevents damage to the inner lining of the arteries, great source of fiber, excellent for diabetics because it helps regulate blood sugar
* kale has a low caloric content, contains vitamins- A, K, C, B6, Manganese, Calcium, Copper, Potassium, Magnesium, helps body to rid body of free radicals, lowers blood pressure
* cayenne powder helps speed up metabolism
* powder is a great source of protein that helps rebuild muscle while keeping your appetite satisfied

 

Posted by Eve

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Review: Magic Bullet NutriBullet 12 Piece High Speed Blender/ Mixer System

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I have been eating healthier for some time now. Yet, I wanted to add a protein drink/smoothie that I could consume in the morning that would give me energy to start my day. My old blender was subpar and couldn’t really process food down to a smooth consistency. I found the perfect replacement blender to accommodate all of my needs: the Magic Bullet NutriBullet High Speed Blender/ Mixer System. Now, I would not use any other blender, nor will I purchase an expensive smoothie from a juice bar again.

Benefits
– it’s very easy to use
– does not take up a lot of counter space
– dual uses chops nuts and grains & makes smoothies.
– pulverizes contents to enjoy a true smooth smoothie
– even capable of turning the seed or nut of your choice into a fine powder
– many accessories ex. lids, 2 different size containers
– not wasteful, utilizes the whole fruit and vegetable
– affordable (and worth the cost over time)
– available in 4 colors to help match your decor

Since this blender has many uses I’ve saved a lot of money. I buy my fruit and veggies in bulk and freeze them for smoothies, which equates to no food spoilage. Everyday I enjoy the versatility that the blender offers. It has also helped me control my weight because instead of a standard breakfast, I have a fruit-filled smoothie instead. I recommend the Magic Bullet NutriBullet to everyone who wants to enjoy a healthy & nutritious meal replacement.

Posted by Lorraine

Review: Yerba Mate Unsmoked Green Energy Tea

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Lately I’ve been testing out an array of teas. I want to gain more energy in a natural way to help me get me through my long days that require a lot of thinking and writing. I’ve opted for energy drinks in the past, but they are full of caffeine, sugars and chemicals. Plus they are expensive to maintain on a smart budget.

So I tried a product called Yerba Mate Unsmoked Green Energy Tea. It can be consumed hot or cold (think of a summertime tea).

Yerba Mate Unsmoked Green Energy Tea

Benefits

  • certified 100% organic & sustainably grown with fair trade
  • provides natural energy, raises metabolism, regulates appetite and aids in digestion
  • full of necessary antioxidants, minerals, amino acids and b vitamins
  • yerba mate’s main ingredient is mateine — it assists with mental and physical stimulation
  • affordable (you can get 24 tea bags for about $4)
  • quick steeping, strong and robust taste

Yerba Mate Unsmoked Green Energy Tea comes from the rain forest of South America and is the national drink in Argentina, Paraguay and Uruguay. It’s not my favorite tea, but some days I have a craving for it. The only way I can describe it’s taste is “robust.” I do feel a little burst of energy when drinking it — especially after a couple of cups. The brew can be added to smoothies and other drinks for a quick antioxidant boost.

I would give this Yerba Mate Unsmoked Green Energy Tea a rating of 3.5 stars out of 5.

Posted by Jade