Even if you're an avid smoothie fan you might not have heard of green smoothies. You're definitely in for a treat if you decide to make one of these vitamin rich concoctions. You might even have the whole family finally eating those leafy green veggies.
The first thing you may be wondering is what in the world a green smoothie is. There is no exact answer as there many different recipes to choose from. At the very basics green smoothies are any fruit smoothie that also includes green leafy vegetables.
We all know that eating greens is good for us. At the same time, a lot of people don't take the time to include more green vegetables in their diets. There are a lot of reasons for this, but one of the biggest reasons is time constraints.
But when you make a green smoothie, eating your leafy greens is as simple as drinking something! Who in the world doesn't have time to drink something simple? You'll be benefiting from a lot of nutrients and it will taste great.
Breakfast is one of the best times to drink a green smoothie. Those minerals and vitamins will really get you moving in the morning.
You'll be amazed at the lack of fatigue and the feeling of focus you'll get. As an added bonus they help to regulate your digestive system as there is so much fiber.
If you are at all familiar with green smoothies, you probably already know what goes in them. However, in case you aren't quite sure, I have included a few of the ingredients that are usually in them.
Here are some greens you could use: Chard, Cale, Spinach and Lettuce
If you love those ingredients you're probably ready to go. If your nose is turning up at the thought of drinking these you'll want to read on! It definitely gets better for those fruit lovers out there.
It's a good idea to use fruits in addition to these green ingredients. There are two reasons for this: One, it masks the leafy flavors that you might not enjoy. Two, it adds another nutritious punch to the mix. You have so many different choices when it comes to fruit.
Some of the more common favorites include: Mangoes, Strawberries, Bananas and Blueberries
When you mix these different combinations you'll come out with something that the whole family can enjoy. You might even get your children on board to becoming healthier all the time.
Smoothies are known to be delicious and smooth as it is, so you shouldn't have a hard time convincing everyone. Just remember that smoothies are only as good as the recipes, so it's a good idea to study and compare different recipes as a starting place for coming up with your own recipes. |
