Because its EASY….
Because its HEALTHY….
Because it TASTES AMAZING…..

Greens are extremely rich in chlorophyll and the molecular structure of chlorophyll is very similar to that of human blood. Studies show that when this is consumed, the production of hemoglobin in blood is increased. Higher amounts of hemoglobin in the bloodstream means more oxygen-rich blood, the first and most important element that cells need to thrive. Therefore, greens are incredibly alkalizing and will help protect your body against disease and illness. They also boast high amounts of easily digestible nutrients, fat burning compounds, vitamins and minerals, proteins, protective photo-chemicals and healthy bacteria helping you to build cleaner muscles and tissues and aid your digestive system. These particular vegetables act as a health tonic for the brain and immune system and a cleanser of the blood and kidneys.

Smoothies vs Juice

I say both have their place! When we juice our veggies, we are removing the indigestible fibre and making the nutrients more readily available to the body in much larger quantities than if you were to eat the fruits and vegetables whole. When you drink fresh veggie juices, your body is soaked in nutrients, without having to use up any of its precious energy. Itʼs like injecting goodness straight into your blood stream. Sitting down to eat five large carrots and one large apple would take a heck of a lot longer to do than if you were to juice them. Most peoples concern with juice is the sugar content. My general rule with juice is choose just one or two fruits and make the rest low sugar veggies.

Unlike juices, smoothies still contain all of the fibre from the vegetables – however, the blending process breaks the fibre apart and makes it easier to digest. They are more filling and generally faster to make than juice, so they can be great to drink first thing in the morning as your breakfast, or for snacks throughout the day.

Green Smoothie Check List:

Choose your leaves

• Spinach Silverbeat
• Rocket Kale
• Parsely Cos Lettuce

Choose your base

• H2O
• Coconut water
• Almond Milk
• Rice Milk
• Coconut Milk
• Oat Milk

Choose some fruit

• Banana
• Berries
• Papaya
• Pear
• Mango
• Kiwi Fruit
• Passionfruit
• Pineapple
• Watermelon
• Rockmelon

…..The list goes on!  Choose one one or two fruits and be mindful of the sugar content.

Add some zing

• Lemon
• Lime

Add some superfoods

• Mesquite
• Honey
• Maca
• Spirulina
• Probiotic
• Bee Pollen
• Cacao
• Cinnamon

Blend, drink & get healthy!

Green Smoothie Recipes

Perfect Balance Green Smoothie

• 1 large stalk of kale (leaves only)
• 1 large Cos lettuce leaf
• 1 small leaf of Silver beet
• 1 small frozen banana (or half a large one)
• 1 cup coconut water
• ½ lemon, juiced
• 1 tspspirulina
• 1 tsp bee pollen
• ½ tsp maca powder

Basic Green Smoothie

• 1 cup water
• 1 cup spinach
• 1 frozen banana
• 2 sprigs of parsley
• 1/2 cup chopped frozen papaya
• ½ cup frozen raspberries

Healthy Choc Smoothie

• 1 Tbsp Cacao
• 1 frozen banana
• 1/8 tsp probiotic powder
• ½ maca powder
• 1 cup water or almond milk
• 1 tsp bee pollen
• ½ tsp cinnamon

Raspberry Mango Bliss

• 1 cup coconut water
• 1 cup frozen raspberries
• 1 cup chopped frozen mango

Banana Caramel Treat Smoothie

• 1 cup water
• 1 frozen banana
• 4 dates

Meal in a Cup Smoothie

• ½ cup plain unsweetened yoghurt
• 1 frozen banana
• A handful of berries (frozen or fresh)
• ½ cup oats
• 2 tbsp protein powder
• 1 raw egg (optional)
• 1 bunch kale (leaves only)
• Water (adjust to consistency you like)
• A pinch of cinnamon
• A small handful of nuts / pumpkin seeds
• 1 tsp flax meal