FUELIFY: Smoothie Benefits

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Smoothies are packed with delicious taste & nutritious ingredients, all mixed together into a winning texture – thick, creamy & frosty. As the perfect meal solution for any time of the day, smoothies can provide a morning jumpstart, a midday energy boost or an after dinner treat.

Low-Fat Yogurt. This delicious binder, which adds thickness to a smoothie, is rich in protein, calcium, magnesium, zinc & riboflavin.

Bananas. Rich in potassium, magnesium, folic acid, & vitamin B6 & a powerhouse of carbohydrates.

Blueberries. This small berry has the highest known antioxidant level of any fruit. Blueberries are also a good source of salicylate, a natural aspirin-like compound that has been shown to reduce inflammation.

Raspberries. Raspberries are a source of magnesium, vitamins C & B6, potassium, folic acid, & calcium.

Strawberries. They are higher in vitamin C than any other berry, & are also rich in potassium, calcium, manganese, & antioxidants.

Cherries. A good source of vitamins A & C, potassium, magnesium, & phosphorous, cherries also contain anthocyanin, a natural antioxidant, which, together with vitamin C, supports the growth of collagen-making cherries good for people who work out regularly.

Kiwifruit. Kiwifruit contains almost twice as much vitamin C as an orange, & they are a good source of potassium & fiber.

Mangoes. The deep orange color is a dead giveaway to the fruit’s high level of beta carotene, but mangoes are also a good source of potassium, vitamin C, & some vitamin B6 & vitamin E. They also contain the antioxidant beta cryptoxanthin.

Ginseng. This large taproot has been used for centuries in Asia as a tonic, stimulator, & rejuvenator. It is reputed to boost the immune system, help relieve stress & lethargy.

Ginko Biloba. Made from the leaves of the ginko biloba tree, it is used to increase blood flow to the brain, improve alertness, memory, & concentration.

Protein Powder. Protein powder provides your body with this essential nutrient, without the saturated fat that comes with animal products, & helps to nutritionally balance carbohydrates.

Bee Pollen. Has high concentrations of the B vitamin complex, and also contains Vitamins A, C, D, and E. Note: if you are allergic to bees you should probably avoid consuming bee pollen.

Wheat Germ. Slightly nutty & sweet, the delicious flavor of fiber-rich wheat germ is a great addition to any smoothie. Wheat germ is one of the best natural sources of vitamin E, & it’s chock full of thiamine, riboflavin, vitamin B6, folic acid, iron, magnesium, selenium, & zinc.

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