There are many health problems associated with being overweight. Losing unwanted weight can be tough though, so using these 5 smoothie recipes first thing in the morning can help you jump-start your metabolism
The key to these smoothies is the addition of flaxseed for added fiber. Fiber helps remove excess waster from your body, and therefore helps you lose weight. These shakes are also packed with protein to help maintain lean muscle mass. Smoothies are a simple meal replacement option that only takes a few minutes to make with simple ingredients. To make any of these recipes just combine the ingredients into your blender or juicer, and blend to a smooth consistency. Always make these smoothies fresh.
1. Banana Orage Smoothie
Ingredients:
1 banana
1 orange
2 tbsp crushed almonds
2 tbsp ground flax seeds
2 fresh or dried figs
1/3 cup water
2. Raspberry Apple
Ingredients:
1 cup raspberries
1 apple (peeled if not organic)
1 banana
1/2 lemon
1 tbsp ground flax seeds
3. Kiwi Banana
Ingredients:
2 kiwi fruits
1 banana
1/2 apple
1 orange
1 tbsp ground flax seeds
1 tbsp ground hazelnuts
4. Spinach Flax
Ingredients
½ cup vanilla yogurt
1 cup milk
1 tablespoon natural peanut butter
2 cups spinach
1 banana, frozen
3 strawberries
1 teaspoon flaxseed
5. Neapolitan
¾ cup low-fat chocolate milk
½ cup low-fat vanilla yogurt
¾ cup sliced strawberries
1 teaspoon ground flaxseed
1 scoop vanilla or chocolate whey-protein powder
3 ice cubes
Sources: Greatist
