Smoothies?

KayceAshlyn
KayceAshlyn Posts: 4
in Food and Nutrition
Hi there. I have a friend who swears by Herbalife, but I'd like to see what kind of smoothies I can make on my own to see if it's something I feel like doing in the long run before making the leap to Herbalife...What sort of vitamin supplements and such should I look for?

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  • shinesunfish
    shinesunfish Posts: 93 Member
    I don't supplement; I've recently been doing Green smoothies with 2 cups kale, 1 cup parsley, 1.5 green apples (with skin), and 1 bananna. I prep a bunch of bags at the beginning of the month and freeze, when I feel like a smoothie I take a bag out and blend with 2 cups water and 1 cup orange juice. I haven't seen results yet because it's only been a week, and I only weigh myself once a week, but it's super healthy, and it gives me great energy. It's perfect to eat before exercise, because it's hydrating and filling but not heavy. It's also super cheap! :)
  • Byrdsong1920
    Byrdsong1920 Posts: 336 Member
    I love my morning protein smoothies! Bought a Magic Bullet mixer and use: ice, unsweetened almond milk, flax seed meal (fiber)tablespoon, raw almonds - great protein, healthy fats and crunchy, throw in blueberries or some strawberries. Even sugar free banana powder pudding mix is yummy! I use whatever whey protein powder I have on hand. Whips up in 30 sec and I'm out the door

    Checkout more here -->> http://www.prevention.com/food/cook/20-healthy-smoothie-recipes/orange-dream-creamsicle

    You can also use Greek yogurt to add protein. Need greens? throw in handful of spinach! Have fun and experiment!

    Shan, atlanta
  • gracieloo8
    gracieloo8 Posts: 41 Member
    I swear by smoothies. I have a green smoothie every morning and have lost 12 pounds in two months & my skin is literally glowing. They are full of fiber and keep me regular. My daily smoothie consists of

    1/4 cup blueberries (highest antioxidant content of fruit)
    1/4 cup raspberries (high in fiber and antioxidants)
    1/2 banana (really high in fiber and potassium)
    2 cups Kale (really important)
    1 tsp spirulina (really high in iron and Vitamin A)
    1 Tbsp chia seeds (tons of fiber)
    1/4 cup Greek yogurt (high in protein and keeps smoothie creamy)
    1-2 cups water
    1 cup ice

    I like using berries because they are really low in sugar. Good luck!

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