This creamy avocado banana smoothie is “the perfect natural pick-me-up,” says Rich Goldstein, owner of the Natural Epicurean Academy of Culinary Arts. It’s also a delicious way to protect your heart: the monosaturated fatty acids (MUFAs) in avocados and potassium in bananas all offer cardiovascular support, while cinnamon can help lower LDL cholesterol levels. Even…
Think back to a sci-fi prediction of “the future,” in which we fly spaceships to work and eat pills instead of food. Fast forward to 2016, and we have bevy of engineers and tech startup employees subsisting on a milky beverage called Soylent. What is Soylent? If you haven’t heard of it, don’t worry –…
You want a healthy breakfast, but you also want it to be fast and simple. Smoothies are a great option over a quick bowl of cereal, especially if you use frozen fruit and boxed or bagged prewashed spinach. But if you’re into switching up your greens and using other fruit such as pears and avocado…
We love probiotics. They’re great for your gut and can ease digestive woes, can strengthen your immune system, and have even been linked to the inhibition of tumor growth. That said, one of our favorite healthy food trends right now is the liquid iteration of these healthy bacteria strains: probiotic drinks. And while kombucha has…
Before you celebrate National Margarita Day at your local bar or restaurant, make this low-calorie recipe at home. Not only will it taste better, but you’ll also save on calories – a lot of restaurant and bar margaritas are made with mixers that contain corn syrup and ingredients you can’t pronounce. This recipe, which purists…
You splurged on an enormous tub of protein powder, because you know getting enough protein will help you build muscle and keep you full longer to help you lose weight. But now you need some amazing smoothie recipes to help you use it up. Here you go!
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Whether you’ve swapped your daily soda habit for sparkling water or like to drink the bubbly stuff because plain H2O can be boring, you might be wondering if you’re still getting the same hydrating benefits of drinking still water. Although sparkling water contains carbon dioxide (which can be acidic), it will cause your teeth to…
If your hair is dull, dry, and brittle, forget spending tons of money on shampoos and styling products that claim to offer shine and moisture. You need to replenish your hair from the inside out! Made from hair-healthy ingredients like vitamin-A-rich leafy greens, antioxidant-rich blueberries, vitamin-C-packed kiwi, and omega-3-rich walnuts, this smoothie will help moisturize…
The key to weight loss is filling up on low-cal foods that are high in fiber and protein to keep you satiated longer. Pears, berries, kiwi, avocado, greens, and flaxmeal are known for their high fiber content. Throw in some Greek yogurt for protein, and you’ve got a tangy breakfast that’ll keep hunger at bay…
Tofu isn’t just for stir-fries; it’s also a great addition to smoothies! When blended with fruit, it tastes sweet and offers an incredibly creamy consistency similar to Greek yogurt but without a drop of dairy. Most people would probably think to reach for silken tofu for a supersmooth consistency, but if blended enough, soft tofu…
