Fruit Smoothies

[StaceyJ]

Of course losing weight I am trying to better my eating habits; I was wondering if fruit mixed up in a blender like a fruit smootie would be good for you! I know fruit is good for you; but wondering if it helps in weight loss in this form. May be a dumb question lol!

[Bella]

Hey Stacy ~

I LOVE Fruit Smoothies! I make them a lot. I add frozen strawberries, a banana, crushed ice, lite apple juice and lite yogurt (strawberry usually) to a blender and blend it until it's really smooth. Delicious and good for you!
I guess you could make any kind you'd like. All strawberry, all banana, etc.

[Trying4Thin]

If you do it yourself you dont have any of the excess preservatives, sugars, calories, etc that the pre-made ones have in them. When I went home for Thanksgiving; my brother made one with Strawberries, ice, blueberries (frozen), and orange juice. It was awesome!

[StaceyJ]

So far I like the Tangarines and Bananas Smoothie! I will have to get some strawberries and try it!

[mrbean]

Energy Shake

For a quick breakfast try this nutritious high energy drink. It's berry good!
8 oz water
2 scoops soy protein isolate
frozen strawberries 1/2 cup (4~5 berries)
1 banana
peanut butter; 1 tsp (healthy fats help in the assimilation of vitamins A, D, E, & K)
1 tablespoom Brewers Yeast (optional)
1 tablespoon psyllium seed husks (optional)
Honey 1 tsp. (optional)
1~2 ice cubes

Blend until mixed.
Enjoy

[Missy]

I don't mind having a smoothie every now and then for a change in my diet. Smoothies would be great right after a workout since they have a lot of carbs in them