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Article 5 reasons why mums will benefit from green smoothies

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As mums, lets be honest: we need to be at the top of our game. Whether that means laser focus on detail (who else is going to remember it’s sports day or that the dog needs its vaccinations) impeccable time management skills (juggling a family and job is like a ridiculous tetris puzzle) or simply having the energy to approach all areas of our life with passion and enthusiasm.

Whether we realise it or not, our health is the common denominator in all of these factors but despite this, sometimes we push it to the bottom of the ‘to do’ list.

One small step that I take each day to ensure that my health keeps up with the demands of life, has been to include green smoothies in my diet. Starting the day with a variety of colourful fruits and veg that boost my nutritional intake for the day is a game changer!

I’m going to share with you 5 reasons why;

No 3pm sugar slump.

Switching up your morning routine to include a green smoothie is a habit which can take some getting used to. But here’s the thing, the nutrients and fibre you will get from a healthy smoothie are going to help balance your blood sugar. When you have consistent blood sugar levels throughout the day, you are not only setting yourself up to make better food choices but you also won’t feel like you need a nap by mid afternoon!

Tip: Add 1/2 cup of oats to your morning smoothie to keep you feeling full for even longer.

Better concentration.

Food has the incredible ability to affect your mental clarity, mood, memory, and ability to focus, so if you’re looking to improve your concentration, one of the places you should start is your diet. Drinking a smoothie rich with antioxidants, good fats, vitamins and minerals is like giving your car premium fuel to run on.

Tip: Try adding blueberries, leafy greens and avocados to specifically ‘feed the brain’.

Quick and easy to prepare.

Unless you get up at the crack of dawn or are extremely prepared the evening before, breakfast can end up being a thrown together at the last minute, vegemite-on-toast kinda day, too many days of the week. If we consider that this meal is our first opportunity to prepare our brain and body for a full day of work and motherhood, then it makes far more sense to fuel ourselves with nutrient dense foods.

Smoothies are quick and easy to prepare and can be put together without too much thought.

Consider this formula to ensure you get it right every time. Leafy greens (kale, spinach, bok choy, cos lettuce) + Fruit (bananas, apple, pear, berries) + Liquid base (water, coconut water, almond milk) + any other superfoods you wish to add (acai, macha, flaxseed, chia seeds)

Packed with disease-fighting antioxidants.

The phytonutrients in leafy greens boost your body’s immune system and keep it functioning properly. Without these foods rich in antioxidants, we are far more likely to feel run down and catch which ever bug is doing the day care rounds. Including a variety of plant foods in your daily smoothies will ensure you’re the last mum standing!

Tip: For super human immunity consider adding foods like ginger, turmeric and citrus.

Natural energy booster.

A smoothie is a phenomenal way to include energy boosting foods without having to sit down to a gigantic salad at each meal. By consuming a smoothie rich in leafy greens you are providing your body with the energizing B vitamins it needs as well as fibre rich foods, to keep you nice and full until your next meal. No more cravings for that second coffee or sugar-laden snack to keep your energy levels at a consistent high.

What’s your favourite combination in your morning smoothie? Share it with us below!

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  • I font have anyway to make something like this :(

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  • I don’t mind some spinach and cucumber in my smoothies.

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  • I have started to add baby spinach to my smoothies. I love them and my fave would be banana and mango smoothies with frozen yoghurt. I always have the ingredients in the freezer but have taken to add baby spinach too.

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  • Smoothies sure are healthy ! But I do think it takes quite a bit of work to make them (and clean the equipment) and it takes so much fruits and veggies to make a decent amount.

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  • I like plain yogurt, oats, milk and tropical fruit blend for breakfast. Though brought a green mix last week, so will be giving this a go.

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  • these sound really nice actually

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  • I love spinach, peanut butter, banana, yoghurt, ice.

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  • Not a new idea but certainly good advice. This makes bitter kale tolerable. Fruit smoothies have so much sugar. These are great.

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  • I prefer the fruit smoothies also.

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  • Sounds like a great idea but I’m not into the green smoothie. Give me a fruit smoothie any day

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  • Like banana smoothies, not too sure about the green ones.

    • maybe even just try with a small handful of baby spinach. you’ll hardly even notice it! :)

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  • They’re so good ! Love it that my kids love them as well !

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  • I love smoothies but have not taken up the green kind. My fave is frozen mango with frozen yoghurt and a small qty of milk or juice. I don’t love ‘bits’ that frozen berries provide, but also love a banana and honey version. The green variety don’t appeal to me, but I do admit, I should give one a try first. Just trying to find the right mix.

    • absolutely you need to find the right flavour combos!! The benefit of plant foods only and not dairy is that you will get the increased energy from the huge nutrient boost and not any of the inflammation that diary can cause! Try and almond milk or coconut water if plan water doesn’t quite suit your palate

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  • yeah smoothies are easy, can be super healthy and are very versatile

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  • Someone needs to come and make me some sample smoothies to try!

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  • I regularly have a smoothie. A good way to boost your intake so easily. Kale is often an ingredient I add. It doesn’t taste the best, but I know it’s good for me, so I persevere

    • Awesome! yes kale can be quite bitter i agree but especially when paired with some delicious fruits and even 1/2 an avocado, it’s a winner!

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  • Please get your iron levels checked before you start using fruit and vegetables with high content. Some people have a liver problem that is elevated by excess iron. Those with the problem – haemochromotosis – iron overload – their liver makes too much iron – have to restrict their iron intake. It is often hereditary. Sometimes by the time a person gets noticably sick with it liver damage can be severe. I have seen a relative suffering from the disease. His was not caused by alcohol at all. Apparently alcohol can aggravate it.

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  • I love smoothies, but generally I drink them just during summer at breakfast time. I find them too cold in winter! :-)
    In summer I love a smoothie with mangoes, Greek yogurt, almond and coconut milk, chia seeds, flaxseeds. Sometimes I add some baby spinach too.
    Are some greens better than others?

    • There are actually some amazing recipes for hot smoothies going around at the moment!
      Its important to alternate your greens. The dark leafs are the best like baby spinach, kale, bok choy. If you’re going to use lettuce, cos is probably the most nutrient dense.

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  • You get so many benefits from smoothies!

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  • You’ve made a good argument for smoothies. I will have to start making them.

    • You won’t regret it! Im doing a FREE 21 day smoothie challenge for spring if you want to join us you can signup on my website. 3 weeks worth of recipes and shopping lists :)

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