Antioxidant rich goji berries are low in calories, high in Vitamin C and a good source of fiber. Full of phytonutrients, vitamins and trace minerals, they fight disease, manage weight and aid digestion. No wonder they are called a superfood by many nutritionists and health experts.
Rowena at Skinnyms gives us this delicious recipe (see the end of the post for the details.)
According to Dr Axe …
… what makes goji berries stand apart is their amino acids (protein), fatty acids and specific antioxidants.
It’s rare for a fruit to provide amino acids, especially 11 types considered “essential” that the body can’t make.
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Recipe: Superfood Strawberry Goji Smoothie
Serves 2
Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons dried Goji Berries
- 1 cup Strawberries, hulled
- 2 teaspoons Honey, optional
- 2 cups Almond Milk (optional, low-fat milk)
- Ice
Blend until smooth and enjoy.
Nutrition:
Yields: 2 servings | Serving Size: 1 cup | Calories: 197 | Previous Points: 4 | Points Plus: 5 | Total Fat: 5 g | Saturated Fat: 3 g | Trans Fat: 0 g | Cholesterol: 18 mg | Sodium: 147 mg | Carbohydrates: 30 g | Dietary Fiber: 2 g | Sugars: 21 g | Protein: 3 g |
Source: Dr Axe
Recipe Source: Skinnyms
Photo: Skinnyms
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