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Must-Have Fruits & Veg For Your Smoothies

Last updated on March 31, 2018 By Adam Nolan

There are different ways to enjoy fruits and vegetables. If you don’t want to eat them raw, you can have them in smoothies. Smoothies are a great way to consume nutrients and fiber without having to trouble yourself with messy kitchen preparations. Preparing them is a no-brainer. You’re wondering what fruits and vegetables to put into your blender for a nice smoothie?

Berries

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Popular berries include blueberries, cranberries, and strawberries. They are rich in antioxidants, which keep cholesterol and free radicals at bay. Antioxidants are the reason why a lot of health and wellness experts consider blueberries and strawberries as superfoods. They are also rich in vitamins A and C. Fiber, potassium, and magnesium are also some of the good stuff that you find in these fruits.

Bananas

You can combine bananas and blueberries in a simple smoothie recipe. Bananas are rich in fiber and potassium. Together with blueberries, you come up with a nutritious drink that you can drink anywhere–on the train to work or at the office. Banana smoothies are a great post-workout drink to replace lost potassium.

Pineapples and lemons

Citrus fruits are not only great to eat but also great to put into a blender for a delicious drink. Pineapples, oranges, and lemons are rich in vitamin C and minerals, which boost your immune system and help you burn fat.

Carrots

Orange vegetables, like carrots and pumpkins, are rich in iron and vitamin A. As much as possible, buy fresh produce, and stay away from canned pumpkin or squash. You are better off without the added stuff in these canned goods. Just make sure you rinse and peel them before you put them into your blender.

Spinach

Green vegetables are good news in the wellness department. You can’t go wrong with the green stuff. They are very rich in different vitamins and minerals. Think of spinach, kale, and cabbage. They have Vitamins A, C, and K. Plus they have iron and calcium. The downside is maybe the taste. So you may want to add citrus fruits when you’re juicing them up.

Ginger

Ginger makes a great smoothie on its own, or you can blend it with banana, carrot, or orange. It adds a different texture to your smoothie and spices it up. Not to mention, it has dietary fiber, magnesium, vitamin B6, and potassium. It’s low in calories too! Moreover, ginger has been lauded for a number of medicinal properties. It has anti-inflammatory properties, making it good for people with osteoarthritis. It also lowers the blood pressure and cholesterol.

Papaya

This is a popular tropical fruit. More than that, it’s loaded with nutrients. A hundred grams of papaya contains 101% of your daily requirement for vitamin C. It also has potassium, vitamin A, and magnesium. On top of that, it only has 43 calories! Papaya makes a cool smoothie on its own, but you can make dozens of smoothie recipes with it and other fruits, like banana and strawberries.

Mango

Mango is one of the most delicious fruits. It’s hard to miss out on this one. It’s not only rich in vitamin C. It’s also rich in vitamins A and B6. It has copper, magnesium, and potassium. A mango smoothie may just be what you need to lower your cholesterol, aid digestion, regulate diabetes, and prevent cancer.

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