Pineapple Smoothie

For a morning wake-me-up or even an afternoon pick-me-up, a frozen smoothie is the way to go.  That is really almost a necessity during the hot days of summer.  Today’s recipe is an easy, quick drink made from 4 ingredients:  frozen pineapple, frozen  banana, coconut milk, and vanilla extract.  I find that the combination is plenty sweet, but if you desire more, add a teaspoon of honey.

 

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Antioxidant Berry Delight Smoothie

Colorful berries are powerhouses of antioxidant power that are both tasty and healthy for you.  The little jewels of summer like strawberries, blueberries, raspberries are available in most areas throughout the year. Frozen berries make every type of berry easily accessible to add flavor and punch to your diet. They are good for your gastrointestinal health, your heart, and help keep your mind alert.  In fact, one landmark study shows that just one cup of berries provides all the disease-fighting antioxidants you need in a single day. 

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