Veggies are virtually essential for health. Fruit is important – of that there is no doubt – but in terms of nutritional content per calories consumed, being sugar-free and lower in carbs, veggies are the clear winner. We’re often told that we should eat around five portions of vegetables a day but, really, this is a very low target to aim for and probably nowhere near enough if you want to be as healthy as possible. Instead, I think you should double this figure and eat closer to ten portions of vegetables a day. Of course, this is not easy…
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Melon and cherries go together like, well, melon and cherries! The sweetness of the melon and the slight tartness of the dark cherries really complement each other – this is a really tasty drink! Not only is it tasty, it’s packed with healthy vitamins and minerals too. This smoothie is one of my favorites and I’m sure, once you try it, it’ll be one of yours too. Switch out the milk for soya milk if you want to go dairy-free or use yogurt for a smoother smoothie! Ingredients 1 ½ cups cubed cantaloupe 1 cup frozen dark, pitted cherries 1…
Take all the benefits of berries and flax seeds with this tasty fruit smoothie. Quick and easy , full of taste and nutrients.
Whatever your nutritional or fitness goals, smoothies can help you get there faster. One of the hardest aspects of good nutrition is finding the time and the motivation to prepare and cook healthy meals but smoothies make that a thing of the past. I love trying new smoothie recipes so I’m going to share with you some of my new favorites. I’ve organized the recipes into different categories to make it easier for you to choose the right one for you and I’ll explain exactly what you need before you start. All of my recipes are easy to follow, fun…
Avocado contains healthy fats that will make you feel for a good couple of hours and mango gives that natural sweet to your mornings or evenings.
Fruit is the original superfood. It contains lots of vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, phytochemicals, fiber and even amino acids – all nutrients that are ESSENTIAL for your health. Eating a wide variety of fruit can be difficult and many people, me included, struggle to eat more than a couple of pieces of fruit a day. A lot of us eat mostly apples, bananas and those “usual suspects”. With fruit smoothies, it is not only possible to eat MORE fruit but a bigger variety of fruit too! Simply select 3-5 different fruits and berries, whizz them up in your blender, the blender…
Until relatively recently, the only good blenders on the market were professional models (like Vitamix and Blendtec) and subsequently only restaurants used them. Nowadays, there are a wide range of countertop blenders to choose from, from cheaper, low-end models to more expensive, high-end. More choices mean that it’s getting harder to decide which one is best for home use. The more you pay, the better blender you’ll get, but deciding which one to buy depends on the money you can spend and your needs. There is no doubt that blenders made by companies like Vitamix and Blendtec will get you…
Top rated Blenders like Vitamix and Blendtec are used by professionals in restaurants because of their blending results, versatility, high performance and long warranties. Starbucks and Jamba Juice are famous for their smoothies and both companies use Vitamix blenders. Restaurant-grade blenders will perfectly blend ingredients resulting in a smooth texture but why would you spend $484 on a top blender? I’ve asked myself this question several times! I’ve already bought 3 blenders, and for the past 14 months I’ve been using a Ninja Professional Blender (BL660), you can find my recommendations for the best blender for Smoothies under $200, until it…
A good blender changes completely your smoothie experience. Extra soft texture changes the flavor for a different new level.
Empty calories are those foods we consume that provide very little nutritional value but are high in calories. Empty calories come mainly from two different groups: solid fats and added sugars. Solid fats Fats that are solid at room temperature include chicken, beef and pork fat, and milk fat and mainly come from animal foods. Remember, beef/pork/chicken also contain protein and vitamins that are good for your body. However, solid fats can also be found in processed food that have very little nutritional value. Examples of processed food containing solid fats: cakes, cookies, pastries, croissants, many desserts, donuts fat cheese…