Delicious Raw ManGogi Smoothie ♥

Here is a quick and yummy smoothie that will give you a great boost of vitamin C, Iron, and beta carotene.

You will need:

1 handful of baby Spinach

1 cup of mango cubes( I like to use frozen)
1 tsp Wheat grass powder
1 tbsp of Gogi Berries
1 tsp Gogi Powder (Nativas)
1 Cup Almond Mile
.5 Cup Water
1 tbsp Chia Seeds
1 scoop of Vanilla SunWarrior Protein Powder


Put all you Raw Ingredients in the blender, Mix, Pour & Enjoy!

Mango ♥ Papaya Smoothie

The other day I was in my local market and say these beautiful Papaya's. So I decided to pick one up and make some delicious foods. Once being this tropical smoothie. This was a great post work-out smoothie. Mind you this was on the sweeter side, but I don't mind that at all. :-)

Did you know:

• Papaya seeds can be used as a black pepper alternative
• Papaya tastes great with curry!
• Papaya Has enzymes that aide in breaking down protein fibers, which means you can use it as a tenderizer.
• Papaya soothes Digestion
• Papaya also contains two powerful enzymes papain and chymopapain which help speed up healing.

 Now this is one great fruit!

Blend:
1 Cup Raw Chopped Papaya
3/4 Cup Frozen Mango
1 cup Almond Milk
1.5 Scoop Whey Protein
1 Tbsp Milled Flax Seeds
1 tsp Goji Powder

Blend until smooth, then pout and enjoy!

Gorgeous Pink ♥ Beet Juice

Good Day readers. This beautiful Juice is so great for you and taste amazing too. Here are some quick facts on the ingredients:

1. Beets

• Rich in vitamins A and C, niacin, pantothenic acid and vitamin K .
• Contains great minerals: sodium, calcium, iron, magnesium, potassium, phosphorous, sodium, zinc, copper and selenium.
• Great for the Heart, bones, connective tissue, and healthy brain function.

2. Carrots

•  High in vitamin A and carotenoids.
• The fat-soluble carotenoids are powerful antioxidants that studies show can protect against cardiovascular disease.
• one carrot a day could cut the risk of lung cancer in half.

3. Cilantro

• rich in antioxidants and many of the minerals are necessary for proper bodily functions. 
•  9 sprigs or 20 g of cilantro provides 104 mg potassium, which aids in regulating blood pressure and it has 13 mg calcium and 62 mcg vitamin K, which helps maintain strong bones.
• Cilantro is also a source of vitamin A and C, beta carotene and folate.

Juice:

1 Beet Root
1 Green Apple
1/2 Cucumber
3 Carrots
1/2 Lemon
10 Sprigs of Cilantro

Enjoy

Berry Nice Post Work Out Smoothie

This delicious Smoothie is a great way to get your antioxidants, fiber, protein, and greens. This tummy Flattener will taste great and make your feel amazing. This is a great post-work out smoothie because of the fast absorbing properties of the Whey protein, the carbohydrates in the yogurt, the insulin in the berries, and the Rich vitamins in Kale. 

In a Blender Add:
1 Scoop of Vanilla Whey Protein (your choice)
1/3 Cup blueberries
1/2 Cup Organic Strawberries
1 Cup Water
1 Cup of Kale
1/4 Cup Greek Yogurt
1tbsp Agave, or Coconut Nectar



This smoothie yields a large serving of 32 oz! Needless to say I was FULL after this. It only has 247 Calories, 2.6 g of Fat, 27 g Carbs, 34 g Protein, 4g Fiber! Bottoms up and Enjoy

Mango ♦ Drangonfruit Smoothie

I recently bought 2 beautiful dragon fruits during a recent haul at H-Mart.
p.s. If you don't know about this market, find one ASAP.

I was pressed for time this morning and needed something quick for breakfast. This was so delicious it tasted like a tropical ice cream. No lie. I had to step back from the glass and just look at it, because I was amazed at how decadent this baby tasted.

Blend:
1/2 cup frozen Mango
1/2 frozen Dragon fruit
1 cup Unsweetened Almond Milk
1 scoop Whey Protein(I like Twin lab Vanilla)
1 tsp wheat grass powder
1 tsp Agave
1 tsp Goji Powder
1 tbsp Chia Seeds
 
Pour into your favorite glass, obviously I love Jars.

Enjoy!

Enthusiastic Orange Carrot Juice

Who doesn't love the vibrant color Orange?
It's a power and healing color. It stimulates enthusiasm and creative. I know because every time I make this juice I feel excited and revived. My Stomach also feels great afterwards. 

This juice isn't just beautiful, it also gives you an amazing dose of beta-carotene, Vitamin A, Vitamin C, Increase absorption of all the nutrients(ginger) and make you feel Happy!Well enough of the talk, here's how you make this beauty:

Juiced carrots contain beta carotene and large amounts of vitamin A, and nourish the blood. Carrot juice also acts as a sweetener.

 

Ginger Orange Carrot Juice  

1 pound of carrots (organic if possible)

1 inch piece of fresh ginger

1 orange, peeled

1 lemon, peeled

Juice all ingredients and enjoy immediately!

Feeling Down?...Power with Green Juice

I woke up this morning not feeling like myself. Even after my cardio work-out I still felt off. So I decided to Make an energized Juice.

You will need:

2 Green apples

6 Kale Stalks

1/2 bunch of Cilantro

1 handful of spinach

1 cucumber

1 knob of ginger

1/2 lemon

pinch of cayenne

I have a Breville and I add all the ingredients and juice. I like to use cold vegetables to avoid ice. The cilantro gives a nice palette refreshing feeling and awakens the senses.

ENJOY!

Detox for a better Tomorrow

This Detox will give you the kick-start or re-boot that you need. I like to do it anytime I feel as though my mind is cloudy or my body I holding on to some sludge.

You will need:

5 Limes

1/2  pineapple

1/4 cup Agave..or to taste

1/2 tsp Cayenne powder (extract is better if you can find it)

30 oz Spring Water

Directions:

Juice the Limes and Pineapple and then mix with all the other ingredients. Sip throughout the day, and eel free to make a new Batch if you can. I use this as a morning or evening fast to get my mind clear and blood charged up. Give it a try. 

Dragon Fruit Smoothie

I absolutely Love Smoothies, and I love dragon fruit. Too bad it's so hard to find in my area.
This smoothie is packed with antioxidants, some of the main stars are:

Dragon Fruit: This beautiful fruit is a wonder fruit. It has healthy cholesterol, high in fiber, rich in Vitamin C, high varieties of antioxidants ( no supplements needed with this beauty), and the seeds have wonderful Monounsaturated fats. (Mono-Saturated fats prevent heart disease, reduce belly fat, reduced cholesterol levels, etc)


Maqui Powder:  This powder comes from the Chilean maqui berry which is one of the most anti-oxidant rich foods. It is packed full of vitamin C, Calcium, Iron, potassium, and anti-aging components.
Ingredients

Goji Powder: Also rich in antioxidants, know to fight free-radicals, improve overall wellness and health, and packed with beta carotene

Ingredients:
1 Medium  frozen Banana
1 scoop Sun Warrior Vanilla Protein
1tsp Maqui Powder
1tsp Goji powder
1.5 cups Almond Milk
1/2 Dragon fruit

Directions



Put all ingredients in a high speed blender and Enjoy!