The Ultimate Green Smoothie

by Suzanne Andrews

Smoothies have been all the rage for quite some time, but are they really beneficial to dieters? 

Smoothies help dieters maintain hydration, provide more fiber and vitamins than most foods, and provide plenty of natural fructose, vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants.  All of this comes in an easily-digestible form that delivers the nutrients quickly and efficiently.

Here is a delicious smoothie recipes that will help you start your morning with a burst of energy and keep feeling good all day long:

Green smoothies are packed with rejuvenating chlorophyll and antioxidants that kick the immune system into high gear.
This one delivers several servings of dark green veggies along with sweet-tasting fruits to please the palate. It also contains just enough healthy fat to help your body absorb and use the smoothie's many vitamins.

   What You'll Need:

•   4 leaves of kale, de-stemmed 
•   4 leaves of chard, de-stemmed 
•   1/2  bunch of parsley 
•   1 large aloe vera leaf 
•   3 pears 
•   1 ripe banana, peeled 
•   1 avocado, peeled 
•   3 cups of water

   Directions:

1. Remove stems from kale and chard leaves.
2. Peel banana and avocado. Remove seed from avocado
3. Place ingredients in blender. Add 2 1/2 cups water.
4. Blend for approximately two minutes, or until completely smooth.
5. Drink and enjoy!

Suzanne Andrews founded Functional Fitness in 2008, the most popular fitness series for boomers and seniors broadcasting on over 159 Public Television stations throughout the US and Canada. Read Suzanne’s inspiring comeback story of how she survived a near fatal accident, From Deaths Door to Producing a National Fitness Series. Feel free to send Suzanne a message here.