Green smoothies are not without reason a dietary trend. They bring many great benefits, which I summarize in this article. In addition, I’ll give you some tips for making green smoothies with you.
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WHAT ARE GREEN SMOOTHIES?
Green smoothies were invented in 2004 by the Russian nutrition expert Victoria Boutenko. She pureed 50% green and 50% fruits with a little water and conjured up the first green smoothie.
The leaf green in the Power is varied. From leaf salad, cabbage, wild herbs to green root vegetables, everything can be used Amazing Grass.
The darker the green, the higher the chlorophyll content of the vegetables.
The second half of the superfood consists of ripe fruit, which gives the drink its sweetness. The riper the fruits, the easier they can be digested.
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ADVANTAGES OF GREEN SMOOTHIES
Green smoothies are real nutrient bombs. They are rich in essential amino acids, vitamins, minerals and antioxidants. The Super meal is perfect for anyone who wants to eat basic or base excess and strengthens the immune system. They are easily digestible, support the body in detoxification and much more.
- GREEN SMOOTHIES ARE RICH IN VITAL AND NUTRIENTS!
Green smoothies contain a high concentration of fiber, proteins, important minerals and vitamins. There are also phytochemicals and chlorophyll, which protect us from diseases. Since the drink is consumed raw, the vital nutrients remain intact and are not killed by heating. That makes the green smoothie a full meal!
- GREEN SMOOTHIES ARE EASILY DIGESTIVE!
Digestion is the process for which our body has to expend the most energy. Since fruit and vegetables in the smoothie are pre-digested by blending so to speak, smoothies are very wholesome and we also save a lot of energy. That’s why we do not feel tired and tired after a smoothie meal, like after cooked food.
- GREEN SMOOTHIES ARE BASIC!
Fruits and green leafy vegetables are basic foods that replenish the base reservoir of our body and counteract hyperacidity. Acidification of the body is the cause of many health problems and arises among other things from the consumption of animal food, coffee, sugar, alcohol and nicotine. So green smoothies bring the acid-base balance into balance, helping to prevent disease.
- GREEN SMOOTHIES HELP WITH THE DETOXIFICATION!
Unlike juices, smoothies still contain all the fiber. These help in the detoxification of our organism, because they absorb toxins in our intestines and ensure their removal from the body. The fewer toxins are in our system, the better our well-being and the fresher and younger we look. By the way, dietary fiber is only found in plant foods.
- GREEN SMOOTHIES HELP TO REMOVE!
The green raw food meal is very filling and provides our body with all the important nutrients, so he lacks nothing and we develop fewer cravings. Over time, the body demands more and more of the healthy and we consume less fats and sugars. We can use our gained energy by doing more sport, which speeds up the burning of fat.
- GREEN SMOOTHIES ARE UNCOMPLICATED AND MADE FAST!
In just a few minutes, a wholesome meal is prepared to provide you with essential nutrients. All you have to do is wash and cut the fruits and vegetables, add them to the blender and mix. You can fill it in a bottle and take it anywhere with you or put it in a bowl and decorate it with fruits, nuts and seeds. No breakfast, snack, lunch or dinner is made faster than a green smoothie!
- GREEN SMOOTHY IS CHANGING AND TASTE DELICIOUS!
When preparing smoothies your creativity knows no bounds. Explore different tastes and try new combinations. Smoothies are fun and add color to your day. Even children like to drink smoothies! Green smoothies are also ideal for those who do not like green leafy vegetables, as their fruit content makes them taste sweet and not overly veggies. For beginners, for example, fresh leaf spinach is good, because he has no strong taste.
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TIPS FOR PREPARING GREEN SMOOTHIES
There are two different ways of filling, depending on which device you use for mixing.
- CONVENTIONAL BLENDER
If you use a blender *, I would recommend you first to give the fruit with some water in the container and then to give the leaf green on top. In my experience, the green leaves snag under the knives when they are first placed in the container. In addition, you facilitate the work of your device, if you cut the fruit before a little small.
- HIGH PERFORMANCE MIXER
This type of device has so much power that it really does not matter if you first put the fruit and then the leafy vegetables in the container or vice versa.
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COMPOSITION AND CONSUMPTION OF GREEN SMOOTHIES
Smoothie newbies I recommend to start with mild leafy vegetables like spinach or lamb’s lettuce. If the green taste at the beginning is still too strong for you, you can initially change the mixing ratio to 40% green and 60% fruit and increase the amount of vegetables over time. You can taste the smoothie and if necessary change the taste by adding a ripe banana or dates for the sweetness or some lemon or lime juice for a light freshness.
It’s best to vary the ingredients every few days to get a variety of nutrients.
A green smoothie is more of a meal than a drink. You can take it in small sips or spoons. The better it is ingested, the more enzymes are released, which ensure optimal recovery.