A Refreshing Green Smoothie

Fresh greens are so refreshing and rejuvenating that you know you are doing something good for your body.

Not big on eating a lot of spinach? This quick recipe will surprise you as you won't taste the spinach, just a smooth and refreshing tropical taste. And what a great way to get your greens and fruit - yummy!

Just give it a try:

• 2 cups fresh washed spinach
• 1/2 cup fresh pineapple or frozen
• 1 cup water
• 1 banana
• Optional: 1/2 cup of coconut or almond yogurt for more creaminess
• 1/2 cup of ice

Blend up and serve a nice big glass of this tropical, refreshing drink.

Try other greens like collards, kale, parsley, beet greens to see what you like best. Another option is to use different fruits, such as strawberries, mangos, or bananas. It is fun to try different combinations to see what you like best.

I find drinking smoothies for breakfast, snacks and deserts a great way to get those fruits and vegetables on a daily basis.

One cup of raw spinach has nearly 2 mg of iron, 4500 IU of Vitamin A, and a good source of potassium, magnesium and calcium along with other vitamins and minerals.

Pineapples contain the digestive enzyme bromelain which helps with digestion. They contain some vitamin A and C as well as other minerals.* Bromelain is known to help reduce inflammation so enjoy it often.

Try to buy certified organic foods whenever possible to avoid ingesting pesticide and GMO's in the foods.

I hope that you will try making a green smoothie treat and give your body the treat of fruits and vegetables so you can feel refreshed and energized from these delicious green drinks.

*References from "Staying Healthy with Nutrition" Elson M. Haas M.D. with Buck Levin PhD, RD page 308 and 313.

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