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By Fran of HeyFranHey.com
Our last healthy Green Smoothie received loads of positive feedback and results, so I want to make sure to post different combinations every few weeks. I know some of you have allergies and very picky taste preferences; we’ll try to cover all bases. I read the comments and noticed the taste of almond milk wasn’t too popular. Today we’ll use coconut milk as the base, instead. I think it’s fair to assume most of us love all things coconut! You can either buy the canned – store bought kind or you can try to make some of your own. I found this how-to video to be super clear and simple:
Coconut milk is excellent for strengthening your immune system since it’s loaded with vitamins and minerals. It’s also full of dietary fiber, promoting a healthy digestive system. When your body is replenished with essential vitamins and minerals, and your digestive system is clear, your hair and skin will begin to thrive by default! Not to mention the natural weight loss that will occur from the servings of fiber! Combine that with your daily intake of water (at least half your weight in ounces) and you’ll be full of energy and glowing in no time. Here’s one of my favorite Coconut Milk Green Smoothies:
1 cup of Coconut Milk
1 organic banana
1 bunch of spinach
2 leaves of kale
1 tablespoon of flax oil (Omega 3 fatty acids – clear skin/scalp circulation)
1 tablespoon of wheat germ (Protein, Fiber, Minerals – energy/natural weight-loss)
½ cup of ice
My new favorite thing to do with my smoothies is to sprinkle a handful of pomegranate seeds on top once the mixture is poured into the glass. Not only does it add a cool crunch factor to the creamy texture, but it’s also loaded with additional health benefits. Pomegranate seeds are full of essential vitamins and minerals that help keep your intestinal tract clear. They also carry tons of fiber, helping you feel fuller, longer. And not to mention the protein, which fuels you with energy, helps you maintain healthy tissue and improves your blood circulation.
It’s a mixture that tastes amazing without sacrificing any of the health benefits we’re looking for. All resulting in awesome natural beauty perks! Enjoy!
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i’m gonna try this. sounds delish. i usually add a dash of slim fast powder, will that be ok? can you have this as a replacement meal?
You can def have this as a meal replacement! Of course you can add a dash of slim fast powder if you want but you really don’t need it. Your body will receive tons of awesome nutrients from this alone.
I’ve made two today! I feel so ENERGISED! I cant wait to vary it and add different fruits…mmm!!! thanks fran 🙂
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That looks really, but I don’t think I would drink it until for me especially until St. Patty’s Day :).
ETA: that looks really good I meant to say.
I’m gonna have to try this one, without the banana. I just cant swallow pureed banana. I was looking at the other recipe and the comments that followed. Would substituting mango or papaya work as well? Or, I could blend everything and eat the banana on the side. Just cant do banana puree.
You have a few options, actually! Mango, papaya, avocado, cashews or pears.
What you can do Hermione is freeze the banana you will have the taste but it will be frozen instead of pureed. I hope that helps
I will be trying this out.
The heavy hitters in this recipe are the green leafy vegetablea, the flaxseed (make sure it has evening primrose to balance the omegas) and the wheat germ. You can use all the different fruits you want and can switch it up as often as you like. My sister and I did something like this a couple of years ago when we learned how to get all of our nutrients from food opposed to taking vitamins (that you body has a problem assimulating and generally flushes out the majority of “nutrients” in your urine) and the results were amazing. My hair… Read more »
I love how you said, “get your sun like the flower you are”!
you just convinced me. tax returns= fancy blender=new page in life
I have extreme allergies to all nut, bananas, and all melons. Almond Milk and Coconut Milk I cannot drink. What other options do you have?
This is a completely different juice but what I usually blend are kale, cucumber, apple, and 3 ice cubes.
I think cucumbers are considered melons but you can substitute it carrots.
Thanks. I can eat cucumbers.
first, I want to say thank you for the smoothie recipes, I really enjoyed the first one and started doing it a few times a week…that being said…since this part 2 you have mentioned you will do this every few weeks…can the next one NOT include banana or a banana substitute.. as i stated I realllllllly enjoyed the first one and tried to play with other substitute for the banana but im not sure i was getting the same nutritional value of the banana. btw i am more than open if someone else has a suggestion for me to substitute… Read more »
ok nevermind!!I read the article only and didnt look in the comments before i wrote…I see someone else doesnt like banana either …i will try those suggestions!!
Thanks!! I added kiwi and pineapple to mine-fantastic.
I know what I’ll be doing all summer 🙂
Also, I want to try a green smoothie with mint, cucumbers, kale and some ice. That could be interesting…I’ll try to make the boyfriend try it first aha.
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can i use flax seeds instead of flax oil?
You stated that we should drink half our weight in water (in ounces). I am a bit confused. I weigh about 2,400 ounces. Do I really need to drink 1,200 ounces of water? That would be 150-8oz glasses or 100-12 oz glasses. I think that much water would kill you.
I think she means to take your weight and half it. Like I weigh 200lbs, so I half it to 100 and drink 100 oz. I want to say that this is close to the standard 8 glasses a day.
Is it wheat germ OIL? If not, can I use the oil instead?