Apricot Ammunition
Makes 2 serving
Per serving: 104 calories; 0g fat; 25g carbs; 2g protein
Vitamins A and C, potassium and flavonoids in apricots are potent health promoters that combat macular degeneration, and regulate heart rate and blood pressure. Apricots alleviate menstrual cramps, and their lycopenes promote prostate health. Take this blend from simple to spectacular by adding 1⁄8 teaspoon ground cardamom and/or 1 tablespoon vanilla protein powder.
Throw 1½ cups coconut water or water + 4 medium pitted and chopped apricots + 1 teaspoon coconut nectar or pure maple syrup + 2 cups frozen peaches into your blender and blast on high for 30–60 seconds, until smooth and creamy. Tweak sweetener to taste.
Happy Hydration
Makes 2 serving
Per serving: 336 calories; 3g fat; 81g carbs; 7g protein
So simple and so delicious, this low-fat, high-fiber cleansing quencher screams vitamin C! A host of phytonutrients makes it a anti-inflammatory, hearthealthy superstar. The lycopene in watermelon, phenolic compounds in raspberries and flavonoids in basil protect cells against oxygen damage, maintain healthy bones and regulate cholesterol.
Throw 3½ cups chopped seedless watermelon + 2 cups frozen raspberries + ¼ cup loosely packed basil + natural sweetener to taste (optional) into your blender and blast on high for about 1 minute, until smooth and creamy. Tweak sweetener to taste.
Avo and Cuke Coooler
Makes 2 serving
Per serving: 637 calories; 58g fat; 34g carbs; 8g protein
This blend is a satisfying meal replacement—the incredible explosion of flavors tastes like liquid guacamole! Avocados are a complete protein, rich in alkalizing vitamins and minerals, heart-healthy fats and glutathione, the magical antioxidant that repairs cell and tissue damage, calms inflammation and regulates metabolism.
Throw 1½ cups each water, avocado flesh and ice cubes + ½ medium peeled and chopped cucumber + ¼ cup each firmly packed arugula and finely chopped cilantro + 1 tablespoon each freshly squeezed lime juice and extra-virgin olive oil + 1 teaspoon finely chopped red onion + 2 cloves garlic + ¼ teaspoon finely chopped serrano chile + ½ teaspoon natural salt into your blender, and blast on high for 30–60 seconds, until smooth and creamy. Tweak flavors to taste. (You may like more lime juice, chile or salt.)
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