A refreshing smoothie is easy to make, delicious to drink and is jam-packed of goodness.
By combining different mixtures of fruits and vegetables, you can experiment to find a taste that’s perfect for you whether you want a smoothie to perk you up at breakfast, or to wind down as a calming drink before bedtime.
Here are some sensational smoothies and handy recipe cards to give you all the goodness this summer:
Berry nice breakfast smoothie
Smoothies are a great way to start your day. And a smoothie filled with berries, it’s quick and easy and will get your day off to a great start. Berries are a marvellous source of nutrients. Blackberries being high in vitamin A which is great for eyesight, and strawberries are rich in antioxidants which are good for heart health and controlling blood sugar.
Apple, kale & kiwi smoothie
Midday smoothies are a perfect pick-me-up. They will refresh you with the zingy taste of the lime and kiwi. Plus the sharp sweetness will keep you energised and raring to go for the rest of the day. Kiwis are rich in nutrients and low in calories. Known for their high vitamin C content as well as other vitamins which help with wound healing and bowel health.
Bedtime green smoothie
If you’re having trouble unwinding and relaxing before you hit the hay, this healthy and calming mix will chill you out and help you to sleep, naturally. Jam packed with vitamin C, which is important for growth and repair of body tissues as well as keeping your skin, bones, and blood vessels healthy.
Get some goodness into your diet with these tasty smoothies that are full of nutrition and ingredients that you can grow yourself.
David Domoney is a Chartered Horticulturalist, Broadcaster, and Author. David has worked with a number of the UK’s leading garden retailers as a plant buyer and strategic consultant. With more than 30 years experience, in horticulture, David is as passionate about plants now as he was when he bought his first plant at a village fete.
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