Why I Love Smoothies
Drinking smoothies, especially the green ones, is an easy way to include more leafy vegetables in your nutrition.
I love a green smoothie because it’s a great breakfast idea to kick off your day feeling energetic.
When veggies are blended, you will be getting a huge amount of fiber which helps to lower cholesterol and glucose levels.
The satiety factor is high and it is a strong 💪 way to get vital nutrients such as vitamin A and vitamin C, as well as potassium folate.
Fiber is also an excellent substance to boost your digestion and improve some digestive disorders.
Green smoothies will contain chlorophyll - a powerful antioxidant that helps with Anemia and improves your immune system. Antioxidants are compounds that protect the cells in the body from stress and other health issues.
Did you know that one in six individuals will suffer from depression at least once in their lifetime?
The concentration of vitamins and minerals, especially folic acid that can be found in leafy greens, is known to help relive early signs of depression.
Folate acid deficiency has been linked to the development of this mental disorder as one of the contributing factors.
8 BENEFITS of drinking GREEN SMOOTHIEs
🥬 Improved concentration
🥬 More physical strength and energy
🥬 Lower cholesterol levels
🥬 Improved digestion and metabolic functions
🥬 Increased consistency of vegetable consumption
🥬 Improved mood and gut-mind connection
🥬 Great hydration
🥬 Healthy morning boost of wellness to start your day just right!
6 TOP TIPS FOR MAKING TASTY & NUTRITIOUS SMOOTHIES
1. If you find frozen berries or any frozen fruit too tart, add maple syrup to sweeten it up - only 1 tsp.
2. If you want to up your antioxidants and iron, add spinach & kale - it should not change the flavor only the color.
3. You can also play with the addition of nutrients by adding chia seeds, flax seeds, or hemp seeds for good fats, fiber, minerals, and vitamins.
4. Add a high-quality protein powder to give impressive benefits.
5. Include antioxidant sources not only in smoothies but also within every other meal.
6. Vitamin C is not made by our body yet we need it to maintain cellular health and for our body to absorb iron, boost eye health, and immune system. Make sure to include Vitamin C rich ingredients in every smoothie (best up to 500mg in one meal).
Another bonus recipe for you to ensure you start your day right with a solid dose of green veggies and protein.
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