Just like the name implies, superfoods are just that – super. Not only are they super nutritious – packed with vital antioxidants, minerals and vitamins – but they’re also super delicious.
Eating superfoods is not only beneficial for optimal health, but eating – and drinking – them can help reduce the risk of chronic disease and some cancers, plus help you prolong your life.
Celebrate National Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Month by powering up those blenders for these healthy smoothie recipes.
This Blueberry and Spinach Superfoods Smoothie is packed with Vitamin K, manganese and antioxidants, supporting the cardiovascular health, brain, blood sugar levels and protecting the body from certain cancers. Serves 3.
Thoroughly blend:
- 1 cup loosely packed spinach
- 1 small frozen banana
- 1 cup frozen blueberries
- ½ cup yogurt
- 1 cup chilled green tea
- ½ cup pomegranate juice
- 1 cup crushed ice
The bright red trio of produce in this Raspberry, Strawberry and Red Pepper Super Smoothie is a powerhouse of Vitamin C and fiber, which helps control blood sugar, and helps prevent obesity and a host of cancers. Serves 2.
Thoroughly blend:
- ½ red bell pepper
- ½ cup raspberries
- 1 cup frozen strawberries
- ½ cup pomegranate juice
- ½ cup water
- ½ banana
- 1 tbsp agave nectar
- 1 tbsp flax meal
This Kale and Seeds Super Smoothie is loaded with Vitamins A & K and omega-3 fatty acids that are wonderful anti-inflammatories that also help protect the body from a multitude of cancers.
Thoroughly blend:
- ¾ cup kale
- ½ tbsp chia seeds
- 1 tbsp raw help seeds
- ¾ cup unsweetened almond milk
- 1 pitted date
- ½ ripe medium banana
- 1 cup ice
Try one of these recipes – or create your own superfood smoothie – and share it with a family member or friend who may be interested in improving their health.
Sources
http://healthymeals.nal.usda.gov/features-month/june/national-fresh-fruit-and-vegetable-month
http://www.health.com/health/gallery/0,,20306775,00.html
http://skinnyms.com/super-foods-smoothie/
http://www.joybauer.com/photo-gallery/top-10-superfoods/pumpkin.aspx
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