The Benefits of Smoothies

Smoothies are not only easy to make but they are also a convenient way of gaining some health benefits for your body.

Here are 8 health benefits of drinking smoothies:

1.       A healthy diet contains a daily dose of fruits and vegetables. A smoothie can contain both fruit and veggies in the one drink and is therefore a quick and easy way to get your daily dose in.

2.       As mentioned in point #1 it is important to eat fruits and veggies to be healthy, however sometimes cooking them can reduce your intake of their nutrients and enzymes. When placed in a smoothie the ingredients are simply mixed together raw.

3.       Raw fruits and vegetables are easier for the body to digest than many of the foods we usually eat. If you digestion improves, you will have more energy!

4.       Smoothies can taste amazing! There are many combinations you can make to unsure you never get sick of them and also find the right mix to satisfy the preferences of everyone in the family.

5.       It is important to keep your body hydrated and therefore stay on top of your water intake. Smoothies can assist with this! They can help your body stay hydrated while giving you something tasty to drink.

6.       Many people are often overcome by the morning rush that greets us every day when we wake up, and can therefore find it difficult to quickly make and eat breakfast before heading off to work. Smoothies are a perfect eat on the go meal. You just need to make your smoothie, store it in a jar or a shaker bottle and enjoy it whenever you want.

7.       Did you know your skin is an organ of the body? Our skin can reflect our inner health. Drinking healthy smoothies will assist with your internal and external health.

8.       We all love and crave an unhealthy snack every so often, well smoothies can help reduced your junk food intake by making you feel full and satisfied while keeping healthy.

Contact us to find out some delicious and healthy recipes!

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