Green Smoothies

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

Sometimes after sharing a delicious green smoothie recipe, I will get a comment or two from people who are concerned about the sugar content of the fruit that I used. Their concerns are twofold: 1) They have heard that fructose causes weight gain, and fruits contain fructose, therefore fruits must cause weight gain, and 2) …

Are you stuck in a banana rut? You you feel like your green smoothies are the same thing every day? It’s time to break out of your rut with a virtual trip around the world with 10 delicious, super-healthy exotic fruits! Today, we’re going to explore 10 incredible (in both flavor and nutrition) fruits that …

“Is there a green smoothie for arthritis?” I get that question a lot. So today, I decided to round up some research that may help you create a special smoothie blend to ease your aching joints. Not only can a daily green smoothie help you lose weight, shedding those extra pounds can alleviate excess stress …

Green smoothies are delicious, nutritious super-meals. But for some people, certain ingredients used in a smoothie can bite back by inflicting a burning or itchy sensation in the mouth, or even causing blisters. There are three main reasons why drinking a green smoothie might give you a burning sensation in your mouth or throat. 1) …