Sweet Avocado Smoothie
Ingredients:
1 and ½ cups apple juice
A small avocado (pitted)
1 large pear (quartered and seeded)
6 dates (pitted and dried)
1 cup ice cubes
Directions:
Place all ingredients into the Vitamix container in the order listed and secure the lid.
Select Variable 1.
Turn machine on and slowly increase speed to Variable 10 then to high.
Blend for one minute or until desired consistency is reached.
Did you know?
An avocado is the only fruit that provides a substantial on monounsaturated fatty acids, the healthiest kind of fat for the body. They also contain more than 20 different vitamins and minerals including vitamin K, C and E. With no cholesterol or sodium, and are low in saturated fat. Get your daily dose of fibre which is a necessity for good bowel movement. Plus stabilise the release of sugar in the body which helps defend the body from various sugar related diseases.
Nature’s very own tooth brush, apples stimulate the production of saliva in the mouth reducing the bacteria in the mouth while reducing tooth decay. Apples are also rich in soluble fibre stabilising sugar levels reducing mood swings and lowering cholesterol levels.
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Pink Smoothie Recipe
Ingredients:
1 medium banana, frozen
½ large beet, peeled and cut into cubes for easier blending
¼ avocado, peeled and pitted
2 cm fresh root ginger, peeled
1 cup water, depending on desired consistency
1 cup kale or spinach (optional)
Optional sweetener (1 handful dates or 2 tablespoon honey)
Directions:
Place all of the ingredients into your Vitamix in the listed order and select the variable 1.
Slowly increase speed to variable 10 and blend until the smoothie has a soft-serve ‘ice cream’ consistency.
Pour into a glass.
Enjoy!
Did you know?
Beetroot is one of the sweeter vegetables available and is used for salads and juices. Beetroot is rich in nitrates that are known to reduce blood pressure and reduce the risk of strokes and heart related disease. Beetroot also includes a pigment called beta cyanin which gives it the beautiful red colour. Beta cyanin is a powerful antioxidant that speeds up detoxification in your liver.
Bananas are an amazing fruit with so many health benefits for you. They are rich in fibre, pectin and also act as a prebiotic, all factors that aid in the digestion process. Bananas contain high levels of tryptophan which converts into serotonin once ingested. Serotonin is a ‘happy mood’ neurotransmitter in the brain. More reason on why bananas are good for you.
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Orange and Chocolate Mousse
Ingredients:
2 avocados
2 tablespoons cacao powder
8 dates (pitted)
Juice of 2 oranges + zest for topping
Directions:
Place all the ingredients in a Super Blender and blend till smooth and creamy.
Pour into 2 glasses and enjoy straight away.
For a thicker texture refrigerate for a few hours before serving.
Did you know?
An avocado is the only fruit that provides a substantial on monounsaturated fatty acids, the healthiest kind of fat for the body. Avocados contain more than 20 different vitamins and minerals including vitamin K, C and E.
Oranges are known to be one of the richest sources of vitamin C. Vitamin C is a powerful antioxidant that helps fight diseases such as the common cold and flu. Due to the high water content and natural sugars, oranges hydrate your body while increasing your energy levels. They are also rich in soluble fibre which lowers cholesterol, potassium which is good for the heart, dietary fibre which combats constipation. For the skin, the antioxidants in oranges protect the cells from damage keeping your skin young and fresh.
Dates are nature’s candy. These delicious treats are filled with iron, potassium, sodium, protein and vitamins. They are low in cholesterol and do not contain excessive amounts of fat. The combination of these nutrients is good for the heart, aid in weight loss, provide energy and reduce the risks of strokes.
Who doesn’t love the taste of chocolate? Before chocolate becomes what it is, it is initially just plain cacao, of course in order for it to become chocolate it goes through a few processes and other ingredients are added such as sugar. In this form you do not get all the health benefits that are found in pure raw cacao. These include a high content of B vitamins and vitamin C. The antioxidant properties reduce fight cancer causing free radicals. Other benefits include improved digestion, lowering blood pressure and increasing blood circulation and improved cardiovascular health.
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