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Are you Getting enough Greens in your Diet?

If you are not consuming green smoothies, you might want to start. Victoria Boutenko author of Green For Life discovered that after being raw for several years her family’s health was deteriorating and she could not figure out why. After doing some research she realized that her family’s diet did not include enough greens.

Green smoothies are full of nutrients.

Kale has about 3 calories a serving (1 cup). Kale provides vitamins including A, C, K, thiamin, and folate, and minerals like calcium, magnesium, phosphorus, and potassium. As you can see, some greens contain a wide array of nutrients. Surprisingly, kale also contains protein and omega-6 fatty acids. You can find out more about the nutritional content of kale at Nutrition Data.

Benefits of drinking a green smoothie:

  • Cleanses the colon
  • Helps with weight loss
  • Alkalizes the body
  • Helps to reduce cravings
  • and more…

Why drink a green smoothie?

Victoria suggests that we drink 1 to 2 quarts of green smoothie a day; that would be 32–64 ounces of green smoothie. A great way to get your green smoothie in is to drink it for breakfast; this way you know you have taken care of your nutritional needs for the day.

As shown above greens have a wide array of nutrients. By incorporating one green smoothie a day you are getting in valuable nutrients. I highly suggest that you use organic greens from your local farmers market if possible.

When I first started eating raw I used to make green smoothies, but I would use too much fruit and no water—it was a disaster. But I didn’t give up. Here is a yummy green smoothie recipe for you to start with.

My Favorite Green Smoothie:

  • 2 apple (Gala or Fuji)
  • 1 Med Lemon (peeled and seeds removed)
  • Spinach (one to two handfuls)
  • 2 cups Water
  • Add Honey or Agave to taste
  • 2 Strawberries (Optional)

Blend all ingredients in blender. You can add add ice or serve room temperature.  That’s it!

Be sure to get yourself a copy of Green For Life, by Victoria Boutenko; it contains great information on why green smoothies are important to your health.


About the Author

Tanisha Marshall is a Certified Raw food Coach, Author and Motivational speaker. Tanisha is dedicated to helping women transition to the raw food lifestyle. Be sure to sign up for my FREE newsletter for more great advice like this and upcoming events visit www.tanishamarshall.com

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