Pomegranate Smoothie With Cranberry
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Pomegranate Smoothie With Cranberry

Sadly I only discovered the incredible flavor rush of fresh pomegranate seed a year or so ago. So I have missed out, but I am making up for lost time. When the pomegranate is in season (Oct. – Jan.) I try to get the actual fruit, but other times I must buy the pomegranate juice…

12 Heart Healthy Foods for Smoothies to Decrease Your Risk Of Heart Disease
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12 Heart Healthy Foods for Smoothies to Decrease Your Risk Of Heart Disease

The number one leading cause of death in the United States is heart disease.  This silent killer can affect people of all ages, backgrounds, and ethnicities.  In fact, approximately 600,000 people die from heart disease every year.  Smoking, high blood pressure, and high cholesterol all lead to heart disease in many people.  It also has…

3 Easy Paleo Smoothie Recipes for Weight Loss
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3 Easy Paleo Smoothie Recipes for Weight Loss

Paleo, or Paleolithic diets have become increasingly popular especially for weight loss. The basic premise is that human bodies have not sufficiently adapted to eating foods that weren’t available some 10,000 years ago. More than 70% of food available today was not available in Paleolitic times. It’s no secret that humans, Americans in particular, consume…

Stress Reliever Strawberry Smoothie
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Stress Reliever Strawberry Smoothie

Strawberries are good source of vitamins and nutritional value. These are things that stress can deprive us of and drinking fruit smoothies containing strawberries can help replenish us and keep us healthy. Sip Away Stress: My Favorite Strawberry Smoothie Recipe You know those days when everything feels a bit overwhelming? That’s exactly when I reach…

Heart Healthy Oats & Fruit Smoothie with Almonds
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Heart Healthy Oats & Fruit Smoothie with Almonds

You know what makes me smile? When someone tells me “it’s too cold for smoothies!” I hear this all the time here in Virginia as soon as October rolls around. But here’s the thing – I’m sipping on this warm-me-up oats and berry smoothie right now, wrapped in my favorite blanket, watching the leaves change…

Carrot Smoothie
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Carrot Smoothie

Creamy Carrot Smoothie That’ll Make You Smile I still remember my first reaction when someone suggested putting carrots in a smoothie – I laughed! Now, this vibrant orange creation is my daily dose of joy. Nutrition Breakdown Table Nutrient Amount per Serving % Daily Value Calories 165 – Protein 8g 16% Carbohydrates 28g 9% Fiber…

Healthy Broccoli & Spinach Smoothie with Apple
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Healthy Broccoli & Spinach Smoothie with Apple

Broccoli is one of the best foods that mother nature makes. So it belongs in a smoothie on principal alone. And even though many people claim to hate the taste of broccoli (thanks, President Bush) it is very easily hidden in a smoothie. And if you can’t taste it, you still get the healthy benefits…

Winter Smoothie for Staying Healthy with a Pinch of Cayenne
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Winter Smoothie for Staying Healthy with a Pinch of Cayenne

Winter is just around the corner, bringing with it the cold and flu season. And while we love winter smoothies that give you wonderful aromas and great flavors reminding you of nostalgic tastes such as the Merry Christmas Smoothie, Santa’s Smoothie and the Eggnog Smoothie, we felt a more healthful choice was better so you can avoid the colds…

Spirulina Power Smoothie
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Spirulina Power Smoothie

My Go-To Spirulina Smoothie That Actually Tastes Amazing! I remember the first time I tried spirulina. I bought this little container of green powder after hearing about all its amazing benefits, mixed a teaspoon with water, and nearly gagged! 😂 But I wasn’t ready to give up on this nutrient powerhouse. After lots of experimenting,…

Cranberry Smoothie
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Cranberry Smoothie

Most women know the value of a cranberry – it helps prevent bladder infections. The good news is cranberries can be delicious in a smoothie. Try this cranberry smoothie recipe and let me know what you think. The Ultimate Winter Berry Power Smoothie: Cranberry-Raspberry Blend for Immune Health On a chilly December morning, I had…