Tropical Turmeric Smoothie

Tropical Turmeric SmoothieThis smoothie exemplifies one of my favorite aspects of smoothies. Creating an absolutely delicious drink containing a number of healthy ingredients that you wouldn’t normally consume individually, unless you like to gag :)

Turmeric is a “super spice” in my book, with health benefits that are vast and various. While I’ve been cooking with it for years, I just recently started adding it into my smoothies, with much success.

Here’s why “hiding” a little turmeric in your smoothies is such a great idea.

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Amazing Apple Green Smoothie

Amazing Apple Green SmoothieIf you’re in the mood for an applicious green smoothie, then you didn’t land here by mistake.

We’re all familiar with the famous adage, “An apple a day keeps the doctor way”. My version, or upgrade goes like this, “A green smoothie a day keeps the doctor away, and ensures you have the best day ever!”

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Young Thai Coconut Smoothie

Young Thai Coconut SmoothieWhile picking up produce at my local food co-op yesterday I noticed something out of the ordinary on the extras table – a dozen or so young Thai coconuts. It was a first for the co-op and a treat I hadn’t had in a while; so naturally I grabbed one.

Young Thai coconuts our best known for their delicious electrolyte rich water, but also contain a little meat. You can make coconut milk blending the water and meat, which is perfect for smoothies. Here’s a few of the health benefits of young Thai coconuts.

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Goji-Cacao-Maca Superfood Smoothie

Goji Cacao Maca Superfood SmoothieI love fruit and green smoothies as much as the next person, but superfood smoothies are by far my favorite. A smoothie for breakfast full of real superfoods never fails to put me a good mood, with plenty of energy, and a positive, up-beat attitude for the entire day.

Superfood smoothies ensure I have the best day ever :)

This smoothie features three of my all-time favorite superfoods, goji berries, cacao (raw chocolate), and maca. Almond/Coconut milk, frozen blueberries, banana, Sun Warrior chocolate protein, and a dash of sea salt round out this nutrient dense recipe. So, what’s so special about each of these superfoods?

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Ginger Watermelon Detox Smoothie

Ginger Watermelon Detox SmoothieThis recipe was inspired by a recent question I received from one of my twitter followers, Terri. She asked if I had any detox smoothie recipes that didn’t seem so disgusting.

Whether or not a smoothie is delicious or disgusting is subjective. Nevertheless, I set out to create a detox smoothie that I thought would appeal to Terri, and a wider audience. I also decided to hold off a while before posting a detox smoothie recipe featuring clay :)

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Raspberry Watermelon Smoothie

Raspberry Watermelon SmoothieThe ultimate summer smoothie is here! This is so refreshing and delicious you’re not going to believe it.

If you’re craving something sweet that tastes like dessert, yet is quite healthy, give this smoothie a try. It will cool you off on a hot summer day, and is a great replacement for sugar laden popsicles for kids. Pour this smoothie into an ice cube tray or molds for healthy, homemade popsicles.

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