Tuesday, 28 July 2015

Superfood Smoothies To Fuel Your Body with Power

Almost everyone loves smoothies. How could you resist a cup of fruit and a splash of dairy, combined with a little ice and a fruit juice? If you are taking up a raw food diet, you have most likely been introduced to the world of juicing and blending.
Differences between Juices and Smoothies
Juices and smoothies are different things and require different machines. To clear up some of the misinformation and confusion, we will discuss about how juicing and making smoothie works and its advantages. A juice means only the juice is extracted from a fruit or vegetable excluding the fiber. The main advantage of juicing is that you can acquire the essential vitamins and minerals needed by the human body without really chewing on the whole fruit or vegetable. In addition to, juicing leaves the fiber in the back of the juicer, which means the body doesn’t need to exert extra effort to digest any fiber and then the nutrients are assimilated in a matter of minutes.Smoothies, on the other hand, is a method wherein the whole food is blended into a thick drink using all of the fruit and vegetable, except for their skins and seeds and then added with juice milk and yougart  Smoothies get a favorable response from many people. It allows them to combine the food that one didn’t think of combining. With the perfect set of ingredients, smoothies can be a light, nutritious meal that you can enjoy throughout the day. This method retains the beneficial fiber in various fruits and vegetables, which promotes a healthy digestive system. You can easily acquire the important vitamins and minerals in one serving. For instance, mixing blueberries with leafy green like kale provides overflowing antioxidants, fiber, and protein with just one serving.
Super food Smoothie Recipes
There are many ways to fully reap the benefits of smoothies. Below are few recipes that could make your smoothie list healthier and yummier.

Kale and Banana Smoothie
If you are having a hard time getting your daily dose of fiber and calcium, then this recipe is just right for you.

Flax seeds Smoothie




Flax seeds are naturally high in fiber, omega-3 fatty acids, and phytochemicals called lignans. With less calorie content than other raw products, this flaxseed smoothie is so healthy.

Banana-Blueberry-Soy Smoothie


Banana-Blueberry-Soy Smoothie
A recipe that is bursting with summer-ripe blueberries, sweetened with a natural sweetener.

Spirulina Smoothie


If you need an extra boost of energy then this delightful glass of green smoothie is the best way to get it.

Chocolate-banana Smoothie with Goji Berries


The perfect combination of cacao and goji berries provides an eruption of amino acids, trace mineral, and antioxidants.

Note: Always remember that smoothies should be made with the right ingredients to make it a healthy addition to your diet. For instance, if you are adding a spoonful of artificial sweeteners, it may increase the calorie count and can lead to blood sugar spikes. To make a healthy smoothie, aim for a mix of fruits, vegetables, and a healthy fat and protein.

No comments:

Post a Comment