Green Smoothie for Beginners
Ingredients:1 cup coconut milk, rice, almond or hemp milk
1 large banana
1 tablespoon whole or ground flax seed
1 cup spinach, kale, or mixed baby greens
1 cup frozen berries
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1 splash pure vanilla extract
Ice (optional)
Combine all ingredients in blender; blend until smooth. The kids will think they are having dessert for breakfast!
Why choose:
Non-Dairy milk - Cow's milk is frequently the cause of (or contributes to) numerous health issues, specifically digestive and skin issues in children and arthritis and heart disease in adults. When choosing a non-dairy milk, consider the pros and cons of each products sugar, protein, and nutrient content. For example, soy milk has phytoestrogens but is a decent source of vegan protein while hemp is high in omega 3 (good fats) but low in protein. If choosing dairy milk, try milk from goats or sheep, otherwise opt for milk from organic, grass fed cows to increase the nutrient content.
Flax seeds are a great source of "good fats" and fiber.
Leafy greens are a nutritional powerhouse - rich in vitamins, minerals and phytonutrients.
Berries are rich in antioxidants which prevent cell damage and disease.
Cinnamon is anti-fungal, anti-bacterial, helps regulates blood sugar and cholesterol, and reduces pain.
Ice (optional)
Combine all ingredients in blender; blend until smooth. The kids will think they are having dessert for breakfast!
Why choose:
Non-Dairy milk - Cow's milk is frequently the cause of (or contributes to) numerous health issues, specifically digestive and skin issues in children and arthritis and heart disease in adults. When choosing a non-dairy milk, consider the pros and cons of each products sugar, protein, and nutrient content. For example, soy milk has phytoestrogens but is a decent source of vegan protein while hemp is high in omega 3 (good fats) but low in protein. If choosing dairy milk, try milk from goats or sheep, otherwise opt for milk from organic, grass fed cows to increase the nutrient content.
Flax seeds are a great source of "good fats" and fiber.
Leafy greens are a nutritional powerhouse - rich in vitamins, minerals and phytonutrients.
Berries are rich in antioxidants which prevent cell damage and disease.
Cinnamon is anti-fungal, anti-bacterial, helps regulates blood sugar and cholesterol, and reduces pain.
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