Shaking things up means do something differently, a little more crazily, or randomly. Since it is getting to feel warmer, time to officially wear white, & celebrate Memorial Day weekend. Let’s start shaking things up! Typically warm weather has us dream about ice cream & wearing a bathing suit…so how can we do both confidently this season? Make thick & creamy green smoothies!
Green smoothies have numerous benefits & nutrition within them. Click here for step by step directions on NuStart’s website. A smoothie is really dependent on your taste buds. The amount of vitamins you’ll get depends on the fruits and vegetables you choose. Since they are made using the whole vegetables & fruits you get all the fiber for lasting energy & satiety. They aid in hydration if you use water as the base. They are easier to digest since everything is broken down prior. But truthfully the best part is green smoothies are a great way to eat your veggies without even realizing it. So grab a blender for a quick & easy meal. In fact, the best way to test them out is on kids!
Green smoothie recipes are limitless in variety. So look on NuStart’s recipe page & Pinterest page. Then get creative for your own recipe making! Just a few notes before you begin:
Blend your greens first with the liquid & then add the remaining ingredients for another blend. This creates more room for goodies and sureness that the greens are pureed. If you are hooked on blending, consider investing in the Vitamix; it turns your smoothies into creamy decadence. Don’t forget little tricks to make them thick & creamy like avocado, butternut squash, or even nut butters! Also, digestion starts in the mouth so activate your body by “chewing” throughout and wear your green mustache with pride!
