This was super yummy! Love the look and taste of fresh beets in my smoothie. Beets are so sensory with the vibrancy of color, taste and texture. I enjoy beets in almost anything from salads to soups, as a side dish and in my smoothies. The result is a surprisingly sweet smoothie that contains no added sugars. This smoothie is made with fresh organically grown ingredients that make it so bright and colorful. A great combination of sweet, citrus, a pinch of spice and healthy probiotics in the mix. It increases energy, boosts the immune system, an anti-inflammatory, nutrient dense and has anti-cancer properties. This is the one drink you CAN feel good about. So get creative in the kitchen and have fun concocting your personalized cocktail.

 

BEETS are one of the most nutrient dense foods available.It’s best buy organically grown to optimize the full benefits of these beautiful item. They are packed full of phyto-nutrients that are naturally occurring chemicals that protect the life and longevity of plants.

 

 

According to Wikipedia, ancient Romans used beetroot as a treatment for fevers and constipation. And Hippocrates, a father of medicine, advocated the use of beetroot leaves to treat wounds. Beetroot was used as a treatment for a variety of conditions especially illnesses relating to digestion and blood.

 

 

THE HEALTHY BENEFITS OF BEETS

 

They naturally detoxify your system

Improve digestion

An anti-inflammatory

Better eye health

Relieves skin problems

Chock full of antioxidants

Help to increase libido levels

Helps to increase blood flow especially when exercising

Improves your overall mental health, which aids in depression.

They are the sweetest vegetable

low in calories and gives you the right kind of energy

High in healthy carbohydrates and not to mention….so tasty.

 

 

BEET FACTS:

Don’t be surprised if beet juice causes your stool and urine turn red.

Beet juice is powerful. A little goes a long way with the health benefits. Slowly increase the amount from 1 ounce to 2 ounces a week.

It’s best to drink it raw to optimize health benefits. The oxalic acid in the beets become harmful when cooked, but beneficial (in moderation) when eaten raw. Juice the whole beets plus the greens which contain many minerals and vitamins.

 

 

 

 

Okay. With all that being said, let’s check out this yummy recipe.

 

 

 

 

 

 

SERVES: 2

 

 

INGREDIENTS:

3/4 cup pure coconut water

1 cup organic fresh blueberries, or frozen

1/2 cup plain yogurt

1/2 cup organically grown beets, lightly cooked (steamed or roasted) about 1

1/4 cup organically grown collard greens, stemmed and shredded ( use spinach or kale)

1 tbsp lemon juice, fresh

1 tbsp Chia seeds, organic and raw

1/2 tsp ginger, freshly grated

 

INSTRUCTIONS:

Firstly, heat the oven to 375 degrees and arrange in the middle rack. Make sure to rinse the beets and trim off the leafy tops. Drizzle olive oil over the beets and wrap them with aluminum foil. Then place them on a cookie sheet and into the oven. Roast until tender, about an hour or so, and easily pierced with a knife. Remove from the oven and let cool.

When cooled enough to handle, peel the skin with a paring knife or by pushing with your fingers.

In either a blender or food processor, place all ingredients in the container and puree until smooth. You may adjust the taste at this point. Garnish with slice of lemon and/or berries. Serve immediately. You may freeze the extra until ready to use to preserve the nutrients. Enjoy!

 

 

 

 

NUTRITIONAL VALUE: calories 159; total fat 2.7g; cholesterol 4 mg; sodium 106mg; potassium 499mg; total carbohydrates 27.5g; dietary fiber 5.3g; sugars 18g; protein 6.4g; vitamin A 1%; calcium 14%; vitamin C 2% and iron 12%. This is low in saturated fat and cholesterol, high in calcium and very high in manganese, vitamin B6 and vitamin C.

 

 

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