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A healthy lifestyle doesn’t have to be super hard.

It’s so hard to diet or just stay on a healthy eating plan with teens and young adults in the house. My daughter is on the phone right now talking about going to get a juicy burger at 12:00 am at night. I mean are you kidding me right now. Is she trying to kill me right now, the heartburn and gas alone would destroy me for the next 24 hour.I so wish I could have a burger right now. That would be the only reason why I would want to go back to being 19 would only be to eat.

So as we all know, eating healthy is super important at any age. Having a good but simple healthy eating regiment is a must in creating a healthy lifestyle. When I started on my healthy lifestyle journey I knew I needed to increase my vegetable and fruit intake. Which honestly can be a task whether you work outside the home or in the home, having the time to include these essential nutrients in your diet was going to be difficult. But then I started creating smoothies and my problem was solved! Smoothies and my blender is my new best friend.

Smoothies are my favorite weight loss drinks, plus my girls love them as well. It’s an easy way to get non vegetable lovers to improve there diet. They’re delicious, full of healthy nutrients and easy to make. The benefits of creating delicious healthy smoothies are endless! They definitely curve your appetite, while promoting the feeling of fullness and boosting your metabolism which promotes weight loss. Exercising combined with these healthy smoothies can easily get rid of unwanted pounds and most importantly give you energy and make you feel great!

Benefits of Drinking Smoothies

1. Packed with Nutrients

Smoothies are an easy way to consume essential vitamins and minerals. By blending fruits, vegetables, and other superfoods, you can get a powerful dose of nutrients in one glass. Common smoothie ingredients like spinach, bananas, and berries are rich in antioxidants, fiber, and essential vitamins like A, C, and K.

2. Supports Digestion and Gut Health

Smoothies, especially those with fiber-rich fruits and leafy greens, aid digestion by promoting gut health. Adding ingredients like yogurt, kefir, or chia seeds provides probiotics and prebiotics, which support a healthy gut microbiome.

3. Great for Hydration

If you struggle with drinking enough water, smoothies can help keep you hydrated. Blending in ingredients like coconut water, cucumbers, or water-rich fruits like watermelon ensures you’re getting fluids along with essential electrolytes.

4. Helps with Weight Management

Smoothies can be a great tool for weight loss or weight maintenance. High-fiber ingredients like oats, flaxseeds, and avocado help keep you full longer, reducing cravings for unhealthy snacks. Protein-packed smoothies made with Greek yogurt, protein powder, or nuts also support muscle building and satiety.

5. Boosts Energy Levels

A well-balanced smoothie provides a natural energy boost without the crash associated with sugary snacks or caffeine. Ingredients like bananas, spinach, and nut butters provide sustained energy, while adding superfoods like matcha or cacao can enhance mental clarity.

6. Strengthens the Immune System

Adding immune-boosting ingredients like citrus fruits (rich in vitamin C), turmeric (with anti-inflammatory properties), and ginger (for digestion and immunity) can help your body fight off illnesses and infections.

7. Convenient and Quick

One of the biggest benefits of smoothies is how easy they are to prepare. They take just a few minutes to make and can be enjoyed on the go, making them a great option for busy mornings or post-workout refueling.

Here are five amazing smoothie recipes that will help you to live a healthy lifestyle without making a huge change in your life.

Chocolate and Banana Smoothie

2 teaspoon of flax seed
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 tablespoon unsweetened cocoa powder
1 frozen banana
3 tablespoon chia seeds
1 cup raw spinach
1 cup almond milk

Directions

Add all ingredients in your blender.
Blend all the ingredients until smooth.
Pour and serve.

Blueberry Avocado Kale Mango Smoothie

1 cup of raw Kale
1/2 avocado
1 1/2 cups of mango
1 cup blueberries
1 1/2 -2 cups of coconut water
2 tablespoons unsweetened almond butter
1 teaspoon maca powder
1 tablespoon chia seeds
1 tablespoon raw honey
1/2 cup of orange juice

Directions

Add all ingredients in your blender.
Blend all the ingredients until smooth. Add more liquid to create your preferred consistency.
Pour and serve.

Pineapple Apple Kale Green Smoothie

1 tablespoons of organic flaxseed
1 tablespoons organic coconut oil
1 red apple
2 cups raw kale leaves, stems removed
3/4 cup almond
1 banana, cut into chunks
1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt
1/4 cup organic raw pineapple pieces
2 tbsp unsweetened peanut butter
1 to 3 tsp honey

Directions

Add all ingredients in your blender.
Blend all the ingredients until smooth. Adjust liquid to create your preferred consistency.
Pour and serve.

Strawberry Banana Smoothie

1 cup strawberries
1/2 banana
2 tablespoons sliced raw nuts
1 teaspoon chia seeds
1/4 unsweetened cup granola
1 cup unsweetened Greek yogurt
1 teaspoon honey (optional)

Directions

Put all the ingredients in a blender and blend until smooth.
Pour into glasses and serve. Enjoy!
Pour and serve.

Mango Banana and Ginger Tropical Smoothie

1/2 cup of frozen mango chunks
1 cup almond milk
½ fresh or frozen banana
1 tablespoon chia seeds
½ Tsp. each ground turmeric, ginger, cinnamon and cardamom
1 cup of organic spinach
1/2 cup of organic carrots

Directions

Add all ingredients in your blender.
Blend all the ingredients until smooth. Adjust liquid to create your preferred consistency.
Pour and serve.

Enjoy smoothies at any time of the day. Breakfast, lunch or dinner they’re a quick and simple way of getting in the nutrients you need for the day. Feel free to be creative and try different vegetables and fruits. Also, you can add protein powders and different supplements to achieve certain vitamin levels. Give it a try I think you will love it. Take a look at some of my blender choices and of course the straws, believe it or not, the straws are a must for me. Have a great week!

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