Superfood

Thought for the Day: “Strange is our situation here upon earth. Each of us comes for a short visit, not knowing why, yet sometimes seeming to a divine purpose. From the standpoint of daily life, however, there is one thing we do know: That we are here for the sake of others…for the countless unknown souls with whose fate we are connected by a bond of sympathy. Many times a day, I realize how much my outer and inner life is built upon the labors of people, both living and dead, and how earnestly I must exert myself in order to give in return as much as I have received.” — Jesse

Ring of Fire readers, I have now gathered together some, free smoothie recipes for you to make and enjoy! We all know that eating fruit is extremely beneficial to our health and well-being. However, finding the time to eat enough fruit and vegetables per day can be difficult due to busy lifestyles.

My free fruit smoothie recipes contain fruits and vegetables that are easily obtainable from your local store and are very simple and easy to make – as long as you have a smoothie maker, juicer or blender. It has never been easier to make your own smoothies for consumption at home or work.

The benefit of making your own smoothies is that you know exactly what has gone into them, and you can save yourself a small fortune too!

If you have a smoothie recipe you would like to share with others, or have any comments or ideas about the site, then please do get in touch with me as I value your opinion.

Have a good browse through my free smoothie recipes, I sure you will find something to tickle your taste buds!

Pineapple, Arugula, Macadamia Nuts Smoothie Trust me, this combination is super-clean and green, refreshing and yummy. The alkalinizing fresh pineapple pairs beautifully with the spice of the arugula/rocket. And macadamia nuts are a high-energy food that adds a crunchy rich texture and a healthy dose of protein and fiber (we don’t mind at all if they do not fully incorporate) as well as monounsaturated fatty acids—or “good” fat—that significantly reduce blood serum cholesterol levels. Think of this smoothie as a cleansing, satisfying meal replacement. Get to know chia seeds. These miraculous little seeds are a form of easily digestible protein that is full of minerals, vitamins, and soluble fiber. Rich in omega fatty acids, and similar to flaxseed, chia seeds have the significant advantage of being more stable. Preparation Combine the water, apple juice, pineapple, arugula/rocket, mint, macadamia nuts, chia seeds, and salt in a blender. Blend until smooth.
3/4 cup	filtered water
1 cup	fresh-pressed apple juice
1 1/2 cups	chopped fresh pineapple, chilled
3/4 cup	firmly packed arugula/rocket, tough stems removed
3/4 cup	firmly packed fresh mint leaves
1 tbsp	chia seeds or flax seeds
1 tbsp	roughly chopped raw macadamia nuts
Pinch	of sea salt

Notes:
7 Good Reasons To Start Eating Chia Seeds

1. Help weight loss. Chia seeds are popular for weight loss. They reduce food cravings by preventing some of the food that you eat from getting absorbed into your system. This blockage of calorie absorption makes them a great diet helper.

2. Feel fuller faster: They can also help your diet by making you feel full. This is because they absorb 10 times their weight in water, forming a bulky gel.

3. Hydration for athletes: They are also great for athletes because the “chia gel” can hydrate the body.

4. Reduce your blood pressure: There’s evidence to suggest they can reduce blood pressure.

5. Omega-3: They are the richest plant source of Omega-3 (the vital fats that protect against inflammation—such as arthritis—and heart disease). In fact, they contain more Omega-3 than salmon!

6. Benefits for diabetes: Because chia seeds slow down how fast our bodies convert carbohydrates into simple sugars, studies indicate they can control blood sugar. This leads scientists to believe chia seeds may have great benefits for diabetics.

7. They are easier to digest than flax seeds, and don’t need to be ground up.

Jasmine Honey Lassi Smoothie Add a spoonful of bee pollen granules to this flowery smoothie, which she thinks turns it over-the-top sublime. Bee pollen is a storehouse of all naturally occurring multivitamins, proteins, minerals, amino acids, enzymes and hormones. Mary, however, is not wild about bee pollen’s sweet-but-raw earthiness and chalky texture. With or without a dash of pollen, the BEE-ootiful combination of jasmine and pure raw honey calls to mind the rare deliciousness of wild honeysuckle. Remember, the floral splendor of this smoothie lies in the quality of honey that you use. If you prefer a fruitier flavor, mango-peach tea works well, too. Feel free to use frozen peaches as a substitute when fresh peaches are out of season. Preparation Dissolve the honey in the warm tea. Refrigerate until chilled. Combine the sweetened tea, peaches, yogurt, and ice in a blender. Blend until smooth.
3 tbsp	raw honey
1/2 cup	warm strong-brewed jasmine tea
1 1/2 cup	diced peaches
3/4 cup	low-fat Greek yogurt
4 to 6	ice cubes

Notes:

Verry Berry Greek Yogurt

Need we say more? Champions Verryberry is creamy perfection that’s packed with real raspberries, blueberries, and strawberries.

Call them proud parents if you want, because everyone there at Chobani is excited to introduce you to Chobani Champions, the first Greek yogurt made for kids!

The idea for Chobani Champions sprouted during a beautiful day of fun at the Great Children’s Read, an awesome kids event held annually in New York City.

During the event, a CHO team member, Buddy Dean, fondly referred to the kids stopping by our booth as “Champs.”

“Here you go Champ,” Buddy Dean would say, “Try some Chobani. You’re going to love it!”

Hence the birth of Chobani Champions, beloved offspring of Chobani Greek Yogurt.

Since then, they worked tirelessly on Chobani Champions until it was perfect. That’s because they wouldn’t dare serve it to your kids, until it was good enough for our kids:

» 100% natural
» No synthetic growth hormones, preservatives, or artificial sweeteners
» Packed with protein
» An excellent source of vitamin D
» A good source of bone-building calcium
» Five live and active cultures, including three strains of probiotics
» Gluten-free and Kosher certified
» Free of nut, soy, wheat, and shellfish allergens
» Two kid-friendly, blended flavors (VerryBerry and Honey-nana)

Chobani Champions is a naturally good for you indulgence. The straining process we use to make Chobani Champions results in a yogurt that’s packed with protein, and naturally lower in sodium, sugar, and carbohydrates. Chobani Champions has 20% of your child’s daily vitamin D needs and 10% of those for calcium.

Chobani Champions also contains five types of live and active cultures including three strains of probiotics. Plus, it’s deliciously thick and creamy so it’s an ideal way to satisfy your child’s sweet tooth without derailing their diet.

Plain 2% Low-Fat Greek Yogurt

With its creamy texture, our Plain Lowfat Greek Yogurt is ideal for using in your favorite recipes in place of sour cream, butter, crème fraîche or heavy cream.

Available in 6, 16 and 32 oz cups.

Local supermarket that carries Chobani! SUPER TARGET.

Fitness Chef… Jesse