Archive for the Healthy Living Category
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September 20, 2012
Do you need to worry about smoothie portions? In recent years smoothies have become as popular as cola drinks and people have come to believe that these fruit inspired treats can be enjoyed without worrying about calories, sugar or high fat content. After all many smoothies are made with fresh peaches, bananas or berries; should [...]
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September 20, 2012
Whey protein powder smoothies are a great way for adding a little extra nutrition to your smoothie. Did you know whey is a natural part of cheese making? Remember the nursery rhyme about Little Miss Muffet eating her curds and whey? Whey protein powder is a high quality protein powder that gives your body extra [...]
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September 20, 2012
An apple a day may keep doctors away but a vegan smoothie each day will also keep you healthy and fit. A smoothie for vegans differs significantly from most of the smoothie treats that are commonly served. Share your smoothie recipes for vegans below for others to try. How do you make a vegan recipe [...]
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September 20, 2012
A delicious way to incorporate vitamins and minerals into your diet, drinking a tofu smoothie also adds necessary amounts of iron and protein – nutrients often lacking in vegetarian diets. Protein Compared One cup of raw tofu contains about 20 grams of protein, close to half the recommended daily requirement for women and nearly a [...]
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September 20, 2012
If you are lactose intolerant or avoid dairy products for personal reasons, non dairy smoothies allow you to enjoy these nutritious drinks without worrying about dairy. Most smoothie recipes include milk, ice cream or yogurt, but replacing these dairy products with non-dairy alternatives won’t compromise the taste. How to Blend a Dairy Free Smoothie Typically, [...]
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September 20, 2012
Learning how to make low fat smoothie recipes is an excellent decision if you’re aiming to lose weight. Smoothies are a fun and delicious way to get essential nutrients into your body without taking in a whole lot of sugar or saturated fat. But, of course, you need to use the right ingredients in the [...]
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September 20, 2012
These low calorie smoothie recipes will teach you how to make a low calorie smoothie as part of a weight loss or just in a healthy diet. Many people quickly learn that losing weight isn’t just about watching your fat intake – it has a lot to do with making sure your overall calorie intake [...]
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September 20, 2012
What are green smoothie recipes? A green smoothie is a delicious, healthy drink made completely out of green vegetables blended with fruit. Green smoothies are a great way to get some extra vegetables into a child’s diet. You can start small by adding a few green vegetables to a tasty fruit smoothie recipe your child [...]
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September 20, 2012
Besides being nutritious and quick to prepare, diet smoothies are a delicious way to curtail your hunger while reducing your caloric intake. Smoothies are very filling and fruit smoothies provide vitamins and minerals to keep you healthy. Dieters often feel hungry and this can lead to snacking and other unhealthy dietary habits. Making a smoothie [...]
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September 20, 2012
What are detox smoothies? It’s a question being asked more often as both detox diets and smoothies gain widespread appeal in the world of dieting and health. In short, a detox smoothie is a smoothie made with ingredients that have the effect of cleansing toxins out of the body. Let’s first take a look at [...]
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