Swiss Chard Green Smoothie – The Perfect Cold Remedy

Swiss Chard Green Smoothie - The Perfect Cold RemedyIt’s cold and flu season and it’s hitting our family hard this year. Instead of relying on drugs, my go-to home remedy is a healthy smoothie. This nutrient packed green smoothie has everything your body needs to fight the cold including an extra Vitamin C boost from a whole grapefruit.
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Parsley Green Smoothie with Apple, Orange and Banana

Parsley Apple Orange SmoothieI hope everyone had a great holiday and a wonderful New Year’s. So have you made your 2013 resolutions? For everyone who wants to live a healthier lifestyle, I suggest to start drinking green smoothies because the benefits are endless (see my intro post here)! A glass full will give you a boost of energy and is packed with fiber, antioxidants and vitamins, the perfect morning routine to get you going through the day.
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Kale Green Smoothie with Grapefruit and Bananas

Kale Green Smoothie with Grapefruit and BananasIt’s been a while since my last green smoothie post. Kale is one of my favorite ingredients in a green smoothie because it’s packed with vitamins and fiber, and lowers your blood sugar, promotes regular digestion and curbs overeating. And since kale leaves have a tough exterior, be sure to blend the mixture on the highest speed until nice and smooth. Serve chilled with optional ice cubes for a healthy summer drink!
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Celery Green Smoothie with Mango, Banana and Goji Berries

Celery, Goji Berry and Mango Green SmoothieIf you haven’t had goji berries before, they are a great snack and also work really well in smoothies. They’re sweet, healthy and rich in antioxidants and Vitamin A. Make sure you soak the goji berries in water before blending. This will plump them up, release their juices and allows for easy blending. I mixed in some celery, bananas and mango chunks, resulting in a bright orange color, similar to my vegan goji berry shake. You can find goji berries at most health food stores, Whole Foods or on Amazon.
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