Today’s smoothie ingredients:
- 1.5 (12 oz.) coconut water
- 1 cup frozen strawberries
- 2 cups frozen watermelon
- 3 leaves of fresh basil (more for a stronger taste)
Benefits:
- Coconut Water: contains easily digested carbohydrate in the form of sugar and electrolytes
- Strawberries: a low glycemic food also high in fiber, which helps to regulate blood sugar and keep it stable;
- Watermelon: a natural electrolyte that helps regulate the action of nerves and muscles in our body;
- Basil: contains antibacterial capabilities. It has been shown to stop growth of many bacteria, even some that had grown resistant to other antibiotics.
Nutritional information:
Calories: 243 | Carbs: 61 | Fat: 0 | Protein: 3 | Sodium: 45 | Sugar: 44 |