What Are The Healthiest Things To Put In A Smoothie?
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Whether you're making a smoothie as strictly a treat or for some added nutrition, the choice is yours on how to make it. However, you can make a very healthy smoothie that'll provide you with long-term benefits for your overall well-being. Here are some of the healthiest things to put in a smoothie.
Fruits and Vegetables
Two of the obvious choices for smoothie ingredients include fruits and vegetables. Luckily, you have tons of options available to help make your smoothie great. For fruits, try picking things like blueberries, pineapples, apples, and mango.
You'll enjoy the sweetness but they provide lots of antioxidants to help cleanse your body. Vegetables like kale, spinach, and celery are also great to provide your body with rich elements to help your digestive system, enrich your skin, and other things for your betterment. The more of these elements you have in your body, the more long-term wellness you'll receive.
Spirulina
This is a superfood that goes well with your diet. The blue-green sea algae can be made in a powder form, which is convenient and doesn't pack on the calories. The key benefit is that you'll get high-level protein to help you put on muscle mass due to the richness in amino acids.
Additionally, it's a good source of minerals especially for those that are on more a vegan diet to help them get alternative sources of protein they may be lacking. This is also a good daily supplement to help decrease fatigue and infections.
Seeds
There are different seeds out on the market that is perfect for you to use in your smoothies. Chia seeds can provide antioxidants and Omega-3 fatty acids to help you focus better as well as give you more quality sleep.
Flaxseeds are also good for improving your gut health and building your immune system. These small additions may not taste good on their own but in a smoothie, it's perfect to bulk it up a bit to help give you an extra dose of nutrients.
Spices
Spices not only give your smoothies a good kick to wake you up but they're loaded with good stuff to help your system out. Turmeric is excellent for regulating blood sugar. Ginger is a solid smoothie component to help settle your stomach.
Having the right ingredients in your smoothie not only gives it a good taste, but it'll help your overall health.
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