I’m always on the lookout for fast (healthy) food, so how does just 90 secs sound for an own-recipe, healthy, breakfast or lunch smoothie? Thanks to Harley Pasternak at Rodales Organic Life for telling me how to do it.
The idea wins on several counts in my mind: a no-recipe smoothie, yet all the elements of a super-healthy one are there. And I learn what supplies to make sure I keep on hand, increase my fiber intake and watch the calories.
Pasternak says …
Once you understand the science behind the ingredients, you’ll be able to create an infinite variety of meal-replacement smoothies whenever you want. You can exercise a lot of creativity … here’s a basic formula to make your own, depending on what’s in season or just what mood you’re in.
Not only that, but I can increase my fiber intake and watch the calories with the help of this chart at wehealny.org
3 cups of Kale
1 cup of Arugula (Rocket)
3 tablespoons of ground Flax seeds
1 cup of Strawberries
juice from ¼ Lemon
about an inch of peeled fresh Ginger root
a similar quantity of fresh Turmeric root
2 cups Water
add Ice to your preference**
Blend until well combined, and drink up!
**I often freeze fruit and vegetables to use in smoothies. This eliminates the need for ice, and is a great way to preserve produce.
Original Source: RodalesOrganicLife
Recipe: Make Smarter Smoothies
Photo: DrinkMeHealthy
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