Ode to a Green Smoothie was written by Victoria after ‘Green For Life’ was published in 2005. This article is a great summary of the Green Smoothie facts and benefits. I highly recommend reading this information as a helpful reminder or as an excellent introduction to any one joining the Green Smoothie Revolution.
ODE TO A GREEN SMOOTHIE
by Victoria Boutenko
As the Russian proverb says: New- is something old, that has been long forgotten. This summer I re-discovered green smoothies. What do I mean by green smoothie? Here is one of my favorite recipes: 4 ripe pears, 1 bunch of parsley and 1 big cup of water. Blended well. This smoothie looks very green, but it tastes like fruit. I like green smoothies so much that I bought an extra blender and placed it in my office, so that I could make green smoothies throughout the day. More than half of all the food I’ve had in last several months have been green smoothies. I have so much more energy and clarity that I have removed green juices from my diet. (Juicing has been something that I’ve been doing regularly for years.) Green smoothies have numerous benefits for human health.
1. Green smoothies are very nutritious. I believe that the ratio in them is optimal for human consumption: about 60% – ripe organic fruit mixed with about 40% – organic green vegetables.
2. Green smoothies are easy to digest. When blended well, all the valuable nutrients in these fruits and veggies become homogenized, or divided into such small particles that it becomes easy for the body to assimilate these nutrients, the green smoothies literally start to get absorbed in your mouth.
3. Green smoothies, as a posed to juices, are a complete food because they still have fiber.
4. Green smoothies belong to the most palatable dishes for all humans of all ages. With a ratio of fruits to veggies as 60:40 the fruit taste dominates the flavor, yet at the same time the green vegetables balance out the sweetness of the fruit, adding nice zest to it. Green smoothies are simply the best tasting dishes for the majority of adults and children. I always make extra smoothie and offer it to my friends and customers. Some of them eat a standard American diet. They all finished their big cup ofgreen smoothies with complements. They were quite surprised that something so green could taste so nice and sweet.
5. By consuming two or three cups of green smoothies daily you will consume enough of greens for the day to nourish your body, and they will be well assimilated. Many people do not consume enough of greens, even those who stay on a raw food diet. The molecule of chlorophyll has only one atom that makes it different from a molecule of human blood. According to teachings of Dr. Ann Wigmore, to consume chlorophyll is like receiving a healthy blood transfusion.
6. Green smoothies are easy to make, and quick to clean up after. Many people told me that they do not consume green juices on a regular basis because it is time consuming to prepare green juices and clean the equipment after juicing, or to drive to the juice bar.
7. Green smoothies are perfect food for children of all ages, including babies of six or more months old when introducing new food to them after mother’s milk. Of course you have to be careful and slowly increase the amount of smoothies to avoid food allergies.
8. When you consume your greens in the form of green smoothies, you can greatly reduce the consumption of oils and salt in your diet.
9. Regular consumption of Green smoothies forms a good habit of eating greens. Several people told me that after a couple of weeks of drinking green smoothies, they started to crave and enjoy eating more greens. Eating enough of green vegetable is often a problem with many people, especially in children.
10. Green smoothies can easily be freshly made at any juice bar, restaurant or health food store for the great convenience of health-oriented customers. Please bring a copy of this article to your local juice bar.
I encourage the readers of this article to start playing with green smoothies, and to discover the many joys and benefits of this wonderful delicious and nutritious addition to the menu. Here are more ideas for your green creations. Some of my favorite greens to add to green smoothies: parsley, spinach, celery, kale and romaine. My favorite fruits for green smoothies are: pears, peaches, nectarines, bananas, mangoes and apples. Strawberries and raspberries taste superb in green smoothies, when combined with ripe bananas.
Wednesday, August 25, 2010
Tuesday, August 17, 2010
Expectation Vs Disappointment
If you expect someone to always live up to your expectations, you'll always feel disappointed. Encourage them to live up to their own expectations and see them flourish. ~Shazzie
Tuesday, August 10, 2010
Chia Seeds - The Superfood
Chia seed is an ancient superfood. It is one of the richest plant source of Omega-3 and Omega-6 at the right ratio for human consumption. It has been proven to lower blood pressure, cholesterol and other heart related diseases. The omega-3 also acts as lubricant for the joints and relieves inflammation in the body.
Chia seeds have 2 times the protein of any other seeds or grain, providing all the essential amino acids in an easily digestible form. The high protein content enhances energy and thus makes it ideal for athletes or active persons.
They are a fabulous source of soluble fiber, makes it benefit in regulating bowel movement and acts as a broom in our intestines. The fiber also slows down the absorption of carbohydrates and balances the sugar in our body. Thus diabetic patients can be benefited from chia seeds as well.
Chia has 5 times the calcium of milk, plus boron, a trace mineral that helps the body to assimilate calcium.
Chia is an excellent source of phosphorus, magnesium, potassium, iron, zinc and copper.
Chia exhibit no evidence of allergic response, even in individuals with peanut and tree-nut allergies. It is gluten-free.
Chia is packed with rich chemical-free-nutrients that are safe for consumption. With the rich fiber, protein, omega-3, calcium and other nutrients, it can slow down metabolism of carbohydrate making us feel full much longer. This is beneficial for those who are on diet or slimming, without the worries of malnutrition.
It is easily digestible and mild tasting, enable it to be added to our daily food without altering the taste of our food, yet enriching our life with much needed nutrients. In addition, it helps to regenerate and build healthy tissues and cells for better skin complexion and elasticity as well as improved skin pH balance and hydration.
Basic and simplest method to consume:
Add one tablespoon (10g) to juice or water, stir to avoid clumping and let soak for 15 minutes and enjoy.
In actual, you can use chia seeds in any way you want as chia is an incredibly versatile seed. You can sprinkle it on salads. You can mix the seeds into foods or any kind of dish that you make. You can sprinkle them onto foods. There is no specific way for consuming it therefore you can be as creative as you want to be with chia. In addition, there are no limitations to using chia in your diet as you can't eat too much of it. For me, I like to put it in orange juice or any juice that I make for the day. Just include it in your daily life anyway that works best for you.
Who could benefit from Chia?
The elderly, all family members, children, pregnant ladies, breastfeeding mothers.
below is the website for more information of chia:
http://www.eatchia.com/
We recommend you "Halvia" Chia Seeds. The truly organic chia seeds, the most powerful whole super grain in nature; highest and safest unprocessed source of Omega-3, antioxidants, dietary fiber, calcium, iron and lignans. Non-GMO and gluten free.
For information or order, pls contact me at naturalhealth.my@gmail.com
Chia seeds have 2 times the protein of any other seeds or grain, providing all the essential amino acids in an easily digestible form. The high protein content enhances energy and thus makes it ideal for athletes or active persons.
They are a fabulous source of soluble fiber, makes it benefit in regulating bowel movement and acts as a broom in our intestines. The fiber also slows down the absorption of carbohydrates and balances the sugar in our body. Thus diabetic patients can be benefited from chia seeds as well.
Chia has 5 times the calcium of milk, plus boron, a trace mineral that helps the body to assimilate calcium.
Chia is an excellent source of phosphorus, magnesium, potassium, iron, zinc and copper.
Chia exhibit no evidence of allergic response, even in individuals with peanut and tree-nut allergies. It is gluten-free.
Chia is packed with rich chemical-free-nutrients that are safe for consumption. With the rich fiber, protein, omega-3, calcium and other nutrients, it can slow down metabolism of carbohydrate making us feel full much longer. This is beneficial for those who are on diet or slimming, without the worries of malnutrition.
It is easily digestible and mild tasting, enable it to be added to our daily food without altering the taste of our food, yet enriching our life with much needed nutrients. In addition, it helps to regenerate and build healthy tissues and cells for better skin complexion and elasticity as well as improved skin pH balance and hydration.
Basic and simplest method to consume:
Add one tablespoon (10g) to juice or water, stir to avoid clumping and let soak for 15 minutes and enjoy.
In actual, you can use chia seeds in any way you want as chia is an incredibly versatile seed. You can sprinkle it on salads. You can mix the seeds into foods or any kind of dish that you make. You can sprinkle them onto foods. There is no specific way for consuming it therefore you can be as creative as you want to be with chia. In addition, there are no limitations to using chia in your diet as you can't eat too much of it. For me, I like to put it in orange juice or any juice that I make for the day. Just include it in your daily life anyway that works best for you.
Who could benefit from Chia?
The elderly, all family members, children, pregnant ladies, breastfeeding mothers.
below is the website for more information of chia:
http://www.eatchia.com/
We recommend you "Halvia" Chia Seeds. The truly organic chia seeds, the most powerful whole super grain in nature; highest and safest unprocessed source of Omega-3, antioxidants, dietary fiber, calcium, iron and lignans. Non-GMO and gluten free.For information or order, pls contact me at naturalhealth.my@gmail.com
Monday, August 9, 2010
My Fav Green Smoothies
When my friends find out that I eat lots of raw green vegetables, the first reaction is always: Yuks, how do you eat that? Can that be eaten raw?
Well, yes, you can definitely eat the greens raw. They are so much more nutritious than the cooked greens. You just need to figure out how to make it nice and tasty so that you will be eating it everyday without feeling yucky.
How I make my green smoothies?
Below is my favorite:
1 bunch of spinach (or any greens eg bok choy, choy sum, kale)
1 japanese cucumber (with peel)
1 tomato (cut into quarter)
1 apple (peel, cored and cut into slices)
Dump everything into my blender (I'm using Vitamix and I love it coz it makes blending so much easier, but the normal blender would do well if you split up the ingredients and chop them into tiny pieces), with the tomato and apple at the bottom, then blend everything up. Sometimes I add a little bit of water just to make them blend easier and a few dates to make it sweeter. Then pour into a big glass and there, its ready! I enjoy the greenish yet delicious smoothies everyday as my breakfast in addition to other fruits.
Guidelines for consuming green is:
1. alternate the type of greens, don't stick to one type for too long
2. buy organic. Organic has much more nutrients than the commercially grown vegetables, besides, you don't have to worry about the pesticide/herbicide etc
Well, yes, you can definitely eat the greens raw. They are so much more nutritious than the cooked greens. You just need to figure out how to make it nice and tasty so that you will be eating it everyday without feeling yucky.
How I make my green smoothies?
Below is my favorite:
1 bunch of spinach (or any greens eg bok choy, choy sum, kale)
1 japanese cucumber (with peel)
1 tomato (cut into quarter)
1 apple (peel, cored and cut into slices)
Dump everything into my blender (I'm using Vitamix and I love it coz it makes blending so much easier, but the normal blender would do well if you split up the ingredients and chop them into tiny pieces), with the tomato and apple at the bottom, then blend everything up. Sometimes I add a little bit of water just to make them blend easier and a few dates to make it sweeter. Then pour into a big glass and there, its ready! I enjoy the greenish yet delicious smoothies everyday as my breakfast in addition to other fruits.
Guidelines for consuming green is:
1. alternate the type of greens, don't stick to one type for too long
2. buy organic. Organic has much more nutrients than the commercially grown vegetables, besides, you don't have to worry about the pesticide/herbicide etc
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