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Wouldn’t it be lovely to just decide to be thin and wake up the next morning to discover you ARE thin? But it doesn’t work that way. Losing weight involves work: HARD work and self-discipline – unfortunately, for those of us lacking in the self-discipline department!
You’ll be glad to know there are many ways to help with that lack of self-discipline issue. Not least of which is drinking a healthy, filling, WEIGHT LOSS smoothie. Starvation does NOT work, but surprisingly, filling up on meals containing fat, DOES – healthy fat. And add to that, protein and plenty of fiber.
We have 3 delicious, slim-down smoothie recipes for you today from FitnessMagazine. PLUS 3 Super Slim-Down Tips (at the end of the post) from FITNESS advisory board member Harley Pasternak, trainer, nutrition expert, and author.
The author of the article at FitnessMagazine says …
You know your diet should include a variety of colors. Consider these [smoothie] recipes your ticket to that pot of gold at the end of the rainbow: a [slim] body! … Depending on how thick you like your smoothies — and how powerful your blender or food processor is — you may need to thin these out with a little liquid, such as nonfat milk [or water (my comment!)]
Recipe 1: Slim-Down PB&J Smoothie
Serves 1
Ingredients:
4 ounces plain nonfat Greek Yogurt
2 cups Strawberries, sliced, fresh or frozen
1 small Banana, chopped, frozen
2 teaspoons smooth Peanut Butter
1/2 cup Ice
Blend until smooth and enjoy.
Nutrition facts:
327 calories; 18g protein; 55g carbohydrate; 7g fat (1.4g saturated); 9g fiber; 94mg sodium
Recipe 2: Slim-Down Tropical Morning Smoothie
Serves 1
Ingredients:
6 ounces plain nonfat Greek Yogurt
1/2 cup Mango chunks, fresh or frozen
1/2 cup fresh Pineapple chunks
1 frozen Banana, chopped
2 tablespoons ground Flaxseed
Blend until smooth and enjoy.
Nutrition facts:
368 calories; 22g protein; 60g carbohydrate; 7g fat (0.9g saturated); 9g fiber; 68mg sodium
Recipe 3: Slim-Down Sweet Spinach Smoothie
Serves 1
Ingredients:
6 ounces plain nonfat Greek Yogurt
2 cups Spinach leaves, packed
1 ripe Pear, peeled, cored, and chopped
15 green or red Grapes
2 tablespoons chopped Avocado
1 to 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed Lime juice
Blend until smooth and enjoy.
Nutrition facts:
316 calories; 21g protein; 52g carbohydrate; 6g fat (0.9g saturated); 9g fiber; 115mg sodium
Harley Pasternak’s 3 Super Slim-Down Tips
Rev up your metabolism by GRAZING not gorging.
In the long-term, moderation is the healthy way to lose weight.
Smoothies are great because they are convenient, filling, nutrient-rich and easy for the body to absorb.
These are simple but effective tips. For the full article see the link below.
Note: Diabetics should reduce the number of fruits if they want to use these recipes. The suggested limit for a diabetic is 2-3 fruits a day. Portion size is 1 med fruit, e.g. apple or orange, or approx 3/4 - 1 cup of fruit like berries or melon. 1/4 of an avocado is a good substitute for banana. Remember these changes will alter the calories and nutritional date provided.
It's also important to pair fruit with protein or healthy fats to help stabilize blood sugar levels.
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Source: FitnessMagazine
Photo: DrinkMeHealthy.com
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