Green Smoothies

If your cholesterol levels are elevated, adding a daily green smoothie (as part of a sensible, healthy diet) may help lower your bad cholesterol while raising your good cholesterol. While vegan diets have been shown to lower cholesterol and reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease,1 you don’t have to become vegan in order to gain …

You’ve been drinking green smoothies every day for the past few weeks. Now you’re shocked after getting on the scale only to find that you gained weight, or you didn’t lose a single ounce! What gives? Green smoothies are a phenomenal weight loss tool. I myself have lost 40 pounds with the help of green …

As you might expect, a diet rich in fruits and vegetables has been shown to lower blood pressure.1 Both the Mediterranean Diet 2 and a vegetarian diet was shown to lower blood pressure as well. 3 Nutrients of particular interest are carotenoids like beta-carotene, lutein, cryptoxanthin as well as vitamin C. 4 Potassium is another …

The following is an in-depth analysis of the research into food (particularly fruits and vegetables) and how they may prevent, protect against, or possibly provide complementary, therapeutic effects for human cancers. This information originally appeared in my e-book, Green Smoothie Remedies & Prevention (2011). Cancer Protection & Antioxidants I am not suggesting that green smoothies …

Choosing the best blender can feel overwhelming. There are so many models to choose from and prices are all over the place. Buying a blender should be fun and exciting, not stressful! I wrote this page to help simplify the process of choosing your next smoothie blender. The blender models that I recommend on this page are …

While the exact cause of multiple sclerosis (or MS) is unknown, three factors may play a role including genetics, environmental factors, and infection. As far as diet and lifestyle is concerned, for both preventing and managing MS, it is generally recognized that a healthy, low fat diet rich in fresh fruits and vegetables is the …

Menopause is a fact of life for women as they get older. But for many women, the symptoms of menopause can be problematic. Additionally, post menopausal women have an increased risk of osteoporosis and heart disease. So are their any green smoothie foods that can help older women maintain their health, and possibly alleviate symptoms …

As with most diseases, a large body of scientific evidence suggests that a diet low in saturated fat and dietary cholesterol, and rich in fresh fruits and vegetables, may reduce the risk of heart disease, high blood pressure, stroke, type 2 diabetes, and other risk factors for cardiovascular disease. Weight loss is also associated with …

One of the first things I noticed after drinking green smoothies for a while was that my seasonal allergy symptoms were greatly reduced. I no longer suffered sudden onset allergy attacks out of the blue. I have heard stories from many others who have had the same results. While there is limited research on foods …

Lupus, or systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE), is a systemic autoimmune disease where the body’s immune system attacks healthy tissue. There is no known cure, but there are some dietary habits that may help those with the condition. Use Vitamin C-Rich Foods A four-year study published in the Journal of Rheumatology following 216 female patients with …

There have been numerous studies investigating the role that diet may play in the prevention and treatment of Parkinson’s disease. As with just about any illness, a diet high in fresh fruits and vegetables is recommended to protect against developing the disease. 1 Some studies have found that plant-based diets may provide a therapeutic benefit …

Fibromyalgia is a syndrome that causes muscle and connective tissue pain as well as fatigue, “brain fog”, hypersensitivity to pressure, and a host of other symptoms. There is no known cure or cause for the condition. Fibromyalgia And Plant-Based Diets Several clinical studies have suggested a link between vegan and vegetarian diets and an enhanced …