With the Clean Program Cleanse in motion, we figured this is a good time to have a smoothie 101 lesson. Not that smoothie making is rocket science or anything, but they can easily be made pretty unhealthy. For example, if you are making a smoothie with say Dannon Light and Fit yogurt and Jif peanut butter, you just threw in an extra 12 grams of sugar; and that doesn’t even count the fruit. So you want to make sure your morning shake is as healthy as possible.
I also have to mention, a good blender is key! When I finally upgraded to a Vitamix, I literally died. Everything blended so finely that my smoothies were a milkshake-like consistency, no matter how many handfuls of kale I threw in there. Not saying you need to drop $500 on a blender, but something to note if your green smoothies are gritty. 🙂
So here is a step-by-step guide on how to make the healthiest smoothies!
Almond Milk
Cashew Milk
Rice Milk
Coconut Water
Water
Below are our favorite brands along with the chocolate Daily Shakes by the Clean Program.
Kale
Spinach
Romaine
Swiss Chard
Arugula
Collard Greens
Mango
Peaches
Dark Cherries
Blueberries
Pineapple
Strawberries
Raspberries
Banana
Avocado
Give your protein some extra nutrition and added flavor with these extras.
Natural Nut Butter
Coconut Oil
Chia Seeds
Flax Meal
Powdered Greens
Bee Pollon
Matcha Powder
Turmeric
Cinnamon
Coconut
Smoothie Essentials
You’re not supposed to have bannanas during the cleanse portion 🙂
Yes you’re right Kristie! This isn’t for the Clean Program, just a general guideline. Should have made that more clear 🙂