Smoothies featuring strawberry

Outrageously Orange Smoothie Recipe

Outrageously Orange Smoothie Recipe

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There’s nothing like a tall refreshing glass of OJ in the morning – except for this outrageously orange smoothie. This is the perfect smoothie for orange lovers with its sweet and tangy taste.

Oranges are renowned for their vitamin C content, but what other nutritional benefits do they offer? They contain a variety of phytonutrients, which when combined with vitamin C provide significant antioxidant protection and immune system support. The phytonutrients found in oranges have been shown to lower high blood pressure and cholesterol in animal studies.

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Triple Berry Fruit Smoothie Recipe

Triple Berry Fruit Smoothie Recipe

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Here’s a delicious smoothie for all you berry lovers. The three berries that comprise this smoothie recipe are blueberries, raspberries, and strawberries. All three combine for an antioxidant powerhouse.

The primary free radical-scavengers found in all three berries are vitamin C and manganese, which are critical antioxidants for protecting the body’s tissue from oxygen-related damage. You’ll also get a good serving of heart-healthy fiber from this smoothie.

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