Smoothies are a great way to blend your favorite ingredients into a delectable combination. Not only are smoothies incredibly tasty, but they are very healthy too! Many believe that making a smoothie is the perfect way to pack in as many nutrients as possible in a single serving. It’s a great way to attend to your kids’ nutritional needs as well.
Smoothies often employ several different fruits, vegetables, and protein-rich foods which each contribute their taste to the drink while also enriching it with nutrients.
Lemon Turmeric Flush Drink
Lemon in any drink rejuvenates you, doesn’t it? Blend water, lemon juice, turmeric, cayenne pepper, ginger, and cinnamon. You can also introduce honey or maple syrup. This is a great drink that can help detox the body completely. This is a great way to start your healthcare regime and can also bring down swelling and inflammation.
Sweet Cherry Almond Smoothie
Sweet and rich with almonds, this drink is perfect for days when you have had a hectic workout routine. Add 1 1/2 cups of frozen cherries, 1 cup of almond milk, 1 banana, a scoop of protein powder, and ice. Blend them well and serve chilled. We highly recommend adding some almond butter and coconut flakes for an added flavor and taste.
Chocolate Powerhouse Smoothie
Chocolate is one food condiment that lifts your mood instantly, be it after a tiring workout, after a fallout with a close friend or even after a messy breakup. Blend 1 tbsp almond butter, 1 cup of coconut milk, 1 scoop of chocolate protein powder, 1 cup spinach, 1/2 cup blueberries, 1 tbsp almond butter, and 1 banana well. Add in some ice and enjoy chilled. A smoothie that is packed with the goodness of chocolate and the power of blueberries which are extremely rich in antioxidants.
Peachy Mango Smoothie
Summer brings with it a season of ripe and delicious mangoes. And it’s particularly safe to say, you’ve waited a year for mangoes, that’s how much delicious they are. A smoothie, ice cream or as a whole fruit, they can never get less delicious.
Take 1 cup mangoes, 1 cup peaches, 1 cup orange juice, 1 banana, 1/4 tsp ginger, and 1/4 tsp turmeric. Blend them all into a nice delicious smoothie. This drink has the charming flavors of mango and also benefits from the powerful health benefits of turmeric. The latter is known to help prevent cancer, Alzheimer’s disease, and heart disease as well.