Banana Kale Spirulina

Coming home from boxing, and a stressful day, I needed a smoothie to really give me that extra boost inside and out. This seriously GREEN smoothie will help make sure you conquer the world today (or at least your todo list).

Recipe for today’s power shake:

• .5 cup almond milk
• .5 cup of water
• 1 ripe banana
• 1 tbsp chia seeds
• 1 cup kale
• 1 cup baby spinach
• 1 tsp spirulina
• 1 tsp hemp/soy protein powder

Benefits:

• Almond Milk: cholesterol free and full of monounsaturated fats
• Banana: high levels of potassium and vitamin B6
• Chia Seeds: loaded with Omega-3 Fatty Acids (has more than salmon gram for gram!)
• Kale: low in calories, high in everything else – one of the most nutrient dense foods on the planet
• Spinach: rich in vitamin K, which is key for bone health
• Spirulina: superfood alert! This powerful algae is composed of 62% complete protein which means you’re getting all the essential amino acids that help the body power through the day
• Protein Powder: did a smidgen extra protein ever hurt anybody?

Nutritional information:

Calories: 250 Carbs: 39 Fat: 7 Protein: 12 Sodium: 221 Sugar: 17

Pineapple Cherry Banana

Today’s smoothie ingredients:

• 1 cup coconut water
• 1 cup kale
• 1/2 of a banana
• 1 cup frozen pineapple bits
• 1 cup frozen cherries

Benefits:

• Coconut Water: may be better at replacing lost fluids than a sports drink or water
• Kale: filled with antioxidants such as carotenoids and flavonoids to help protect against various cancers
• Banana: a natural antacid, providing relief from acid reflux, heartburn and GERD
• Pineapple: fight against free radicals in the body, preventing cell damage
• Cherries: great source of melatonin which helps you sleep better and recover from jet lag

Calories: 321 Carbs: 75 Fat: 0 Protein: 3 Sodium: 187 Sugar: 59

Pear Orange Grape

Today’s smoothie ingredients:

• 1/2 cup water
• 2 cups of kale
• 1 pear, sliced
• 1 banana
• 1 orange
• 1 cup grapes
• 5 ice cubes

Benefits:

Pears: have anti-oxidant and anti-carcinogen glutathione which help prevent high blood pressure and stroke.

Oranges: full of beta-carotene is a powerful antioxidant protecting the cells from being damage which also protects the skin from free radicals and prevents the signs of aging.

Grapes: a wonderful source of micro-nutrients like copper, iron, and manganese, all of which are important in the formation and strength of the bones.

Banana: easily digested and easy on the stomach.

Kale: chock-full of essential vitamins A, C and K as well as minerals like copper, potassium, iron, manganese and phosphorus.

Calories: 436 Carbs: 111 Fat: 1 Protein: 7 Sodium: 50 Sugar: 66

Orange Banana Kale

Seriously, this is candy. It takes exactly like a creamsicle, but is made of only the best-for-you ingredients. Make this simple smoothie NOW!

Today’s smoothie ingredients (serves 2):

• 1 cup almond milk
• 3 oranges
• 2 cups kale
• 1 banana

Benefits:

• Almond Milk: it’s so low glycemic index, your body will use the little amount of carbs it has as energy so the sugars aren’t stored as fat.
• Orange: since they’re full of soluble fiber, this fruit is helpful in lowering cholesterol.
• Kale: is among the most nutrient dense foods in existence.
• Banana: protects against those pesky muscle cramps during workouts and nighttime leg cramps.

Nutritional information for both servings:

Calories: 418

Carbs: 96

Fat:5

Protein: 10

Sodium: 243

Sugar: 50

Kale Lemon Apple

 

 Today’s juice ingredients:

• 6 kale leaves
• 2 romaine leaves
• 1 cucumber (half if very long)
• 1 granny smith
• 1 lemon

  

Benefits:

• Kale: this leafy green cruciferous vegetable that is chock-full of essential vitamins A, C and K as well as minerals like copper, potassium, iron, manganese and phosphorus. 
• Romaine: got protein? Romaine lettuce is 17% protein with 7.7 grams per head.
• Cucumber: made up of 95% water, this is a great subtle addition to your juice to keep you hydrated
• Granny Smith Apple: making your own apple juice that is cloudy with pulp may increase your protection against heart disease.
• Lemon: the acid from the lemon juice acts as an antibacterial force  inside your stomach.

200 calories

Grapefruit Pineapple Kale

Today’s smoothie ingredients:

• 1 cup water
• 2 cups kale
• 1/2 grapefruit
• 1 cup frozen, unsweetened pineapple
• 1 cucumber
• 2 stalks celery

Benefits:

• Kale: its oxalate content is very low which means that calcium and iron found in kale are highly absorbent in the human digestive system.
• Grapefruit: high in fiber and low in calories, they contain bioflavonoids that protect against serious diseases like cancer, heart disease and formation of tumors.
• Pineapple: keeps you looking young by boosting the collagen synthesis in your body.
• Cucumber: contain fisetin, an anti-inflammatory flavonol that plays an important role in helping to improve memory.
• Celery: at only 10 calories per large stalk, it regulates your body’s alkaline balance and aids digestion.

Nutritional information:

Calories: 267

Carbs: 59

Fat:1

Protein: 8

Sodium: 164

Sugar: 25