Green Smoothies - Make the diet transition today

by Kim Evans
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(NaturalNews) A lot of people are realizing the importance of upgrading their diets, but sometimes it's the change part where people get a little stuck. If that's what is going on with you, why not start adding green smoothies to your diet as a first (or second) step in the right direction.

Greens are important blood builders and detoxifiers. They're also vitamin and mineral dense, but let's face it: most people don't eat anywhere near enough of them. Green smoothies are an easy and delicious way to change that.

Bananas are often at the base of green smoothies, and if they're peeled and frozen first, they can add an ice cream like consistency. Of course, you can also add whatever other fruit you like. Apples, pineapple, Mexican (but not Hawaiian) papaya, watermelon, strawberries and grapes are all good options.

Then, just add a cup or so of greens like spinach, parsley, or stemmed dinosaur kale, water, and a little of a natural sweetener. Then, blend and you're all set. A little stevia or organic honey can go a long way in making your green smoothies taste more like a dessert than a health food drink too.

Many people find that adding green smoothies to their daily routine also boosts their energy levels - without coffee. Plus, it's an easy, delicious way to upgrade your diet - without even trying very hard.

Greens are also chock full of chlorophyll, which helps us rebuild our blood, and it goes without saying that healthy blood is critical to healthy people. Clean and healthy blood also seems to add a vibrancy to people - so if you or your life is feeling a little dull, it's one way to start addressing a root cause of the problem.

You can also power up your green smoothies with other super foods, like maca or the insides of a fresh aloe vera leaf. But, for taste and simplicity reasons, if you're just getting started on the health kick, it might be better to start slowly and add in more later, after you're already in the routine. Along with other fruit, or maybe soaked nuts, green smoothies make a great breakfast.

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