smoothie

Hi Hamish,

Thank you for your question. I believe you mean an 'energy' boosting smoothie? To do this I'd suggest using half a frozen banana, some frozen berries, a handful of spinach or kale and blend it with natural yogurt.

Why is this good for you? Bananas provide slow-releasing energy, as well as being rich in potassium. The berries will help to provide energy, sweeten the smoothie and are full of antioxidants. Iron is one of the most common mineral deficiencies and can affect energy levels. This fantastic smoothie has an abundance of it, thanks to the spinach orkale. The natural yogurt contains protein that will help slow-down your digestion helping to satisfy your appetite and repair any damage after exercise. Enjoy!

Hi Hamish

Thanks for your question. Joanne's idea sounds great and you could also try using green vegetables such as kale, spinach, broccoli stalk and chard as a base for your smoothies. I would also add avocado, celery, cucumber, lemon juice and ginger to make the smoothie more palatable. You could add some low sugar fruit such as berries or pear and also seeds such as flax seed (linseed) or chia seeds will also provide some protein and healthy fats. This combination is not only nutritious but will keep your blood sugar balanced and provide some protein for muscle repair after exercising. Adding a little bit of coconut oil to the smoothie, which contains medium chain fatty acids can also provide an energy boost. Hope this helps.