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It has been a few weeks since my last blog. A few weeks too long!!! I thought you would appreciate knowing some nutritional information about the ingredients that you have used and will be using in your smoothies.  Remember…..Health is Wealth!!

Apple Juice (Freshly Pressed): Good source of vitamins A and C, as well as fiber.  Most of the vitamin A is in the apple peel which is extracted during juicing. Your digestive system will thank you.

Avocado: Although this fine creation tastes like a veggie because it isn’t naturally sweet, it is actually a fruit!  Loaded with Oleic Acid, which is a monounsaturated fatty acid that contributes in lowering cholesterol levels.

Banana: Good source of potassium, vitamin B6, and managanese.  The B in banana helps to create a stable mood and healthy blood.

Blueberries: Rich in vitamin C and E, which are powerful immune boosters.

Celery Juice: Excellent source of potassium, folic acid, vitamins B1, B2, B6, and vitamin K.  Celery is also known to contain several families of anti-cancer compounds.

Cranberry Juice:  Great source of antioxidants.  Also known to keep the urinary tract happy.

Collard Greens: Rich in calcium as well as Vitamin A, Vitamin K, and folate. Excellent source of fiber.

Coconut Oil: Known to enhance energy level as well as help with the absorption of vitamins and minerals.

Dandelion Greens: Rich source of beta-carotene and fiber, as well as a good source of protein.

Gingerroot: Good source of vitamin B6 and copper. Known for working wonders in the treatment of everything from cancer to morning sickness.

Grapes:  Excellent source of Vitamin C and reservatol, which is known to have anti-cancerous properties.

Kale: Excellent source of vitamin K and calcium.  Powerful anti-cancerous properties.

Lemon/Lime Juice:  Rich in vitamin C as well as enhances nutritional content in other fruits and vegetables.

Mangoes:  Useful source of beta-carotene and vitamin C.  Known for its ability to help constipation.

Matcha Green Tea Powder: Supercharged with antioxidants as well as B-complex.  Known for its weight loss capabilities.

Papaya: Contains a useful amount of vitamin C, folic acid, and potassium.  Has been known to help keep the digestive system on track.

Pineapple: Good source of managanese, vitamin B1, and bromelian, which is known for reducing inflammation of the nose and sinuses.

Raspberries: Rich in nutrients that offer several antioxidants.  Considered as one of the anti-aging superfruits.

Spinach: Excellent antioxidant power as well as a very good source of protein.  Known for its energizing capabilities. Spinach is also known to prevent the absorption of calcium due to the oxalates  found in it.

Strawberries: Excellent array of antioxidants.  The dietary fiber is known to help digestion and curb overeating.

Watermelon: A good source of antioxidants.  Loaded with vitamin C, vitamin B6, and beta-carotene.