Green Smoothie Pioneer

Green for Life ~ freelyeatwhole.com

Victoria Boutenko is the Mother of Green Smoothies. She discovered this way of getting a large amount of health promoting dark leafy greens into her family who was suffering with many chronic diseases. Her idea, and book Green for Life, have revolutionized the transition from the SAD Standard American Diet to health promoting real whole plant foods. Watch as she explains and demonstrates Green Smoothies: Comment below: Have Green Smoothies helped…

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Making Green Smoothies

It’s no secret that a primary secret to health is dark green leafy vegetables, the most nutrient dense foods available, and low in calories too. In addition to all the known and explored vitamins and minerals in them, they are also packed with hundreds of phytonutrients and antioxidants that promote healthy bodies and minds.  The green color is chlorophyll, that is sunshine on your plate! It’s also no secret that most people…

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Taste of the Tropics {Green Smoothie}

When the temps hit 100° or nearly so, even in the rural midwest you get a desire for a cool drink from the  tropics. I’m so glad we can enjoy the tastes of the tropics even without going there. Today’s Green Smoothie is straight from the tropics, with a flavor many love, Pina Colada–Pineapple and Coconut. Pina Colada Green Smoothie 1 cup fresh or frozen pineapple chunks 1/4 – 1/2 cup fresh young coconut meat…

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A Good Start

What is the number one piece of advice most health professionals give? From doctors to dietitians, nutritional scientists to natural health coaches, it’s all pretty much the same. Eat more fresh vegetables and fruits! American’s are particularly woefully deficient in their fresh produce intake. The average adult gets far less than half the suggested amounts (of any fruits and vegetables). In fact, less than 1 in 10 get the recommended amounts,…

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