Eat More Leafy Greens; Try A Green Smoothie
Posted March 8th, 2010 by noelle | View Comments
One surprisingly enjoyable way to eat more whole foods, starts with leafy green vegetables. Leafy green vegetables are packed with chlorophyll (which is like “sunshine” in a green form that is purifying and healing to our bodies), antioxidants, and good-for-your-blood nutrients for superior health and energy.
The easiest way to eat and enjoy more leafy green vegetables is in a smoothie form for breakfast. So, for those of you worried that you were going to have to choke down another plate of “rabbit leaves,” not so.
Green smoothies are easy and quick to make
In addition to being packed with nutrients, green smoothies are easy and quick to make. They are also extremely hydrating and easy for the body to digest (which means less energy spent on digestion, and more of the body’s energy spent on its healing and repair work). Have a green smoothie in the morning, and you’ll have a few servings of leafy greens under your belt before it’s noon!
Green smoothies actually taste like fruit
A green smoothie can be individualized and can be prepared in many different flavors. While these smoothies are filled with leafy greens such as baby spinach, a green smoothie will actually only taste like the fruit its paired with. For instance, you may choose to add a banana or a few slices of papaya. This way you get in a serving of greens in a fun way; You almost don’t even know you’re eating them! And some of you may also want to toss in a little jalapeno for some heat!
Try out these 5 green smoothie favorites. The creamy green smoothie is a personal favorite! They taste fabulous, but they are also high in nutrients and low in calories – unlike many of the mainstream smoothies available at juice bars today around the country. All you need is a blender. And if you do get a smoothie on the run, get it made with filtered water or coconut water and a splash of a nut milk rather than a sugary orange or apple juice. Otherwise, it would be better to eat and enjoy a fresh orange or apple or both! – It would be much more enjoyable and lower in calories.
