Nectarine Nutrient Booster

It is peach and nectarine season, so what better than to feature a smoothie based on one of the most nutrient dense fruits - the nectarine! Nectarines are loaded with an array of vitamins, minerals and polyphenols which help heal and nourish the body. They contain healthy amounts of vitamin E and C which help keep the skin supple and immune system strong. They are also a great source of antioxidants like carotenoids which fight off cancer and other diseases. Their fiber helps flush out toxic waste from the colon to prevent it from sitting and absorbing into the bloodstream. 

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Ingredients:
- 6 - 8 RIPE organic nectarines
- 2 medjool dates, pitted
- 1/2 tsp. vanilla
- 1 young thai coconut (water and flesh included)

Blend on pulse for 20-30 seconds and enjoy!

Cold & Flu Busting Kiwi Lime Smoothie

Kiwi is a great food to include in your diet. Many people steer clear of kiwi because it makes their mouth feel itchy - the main cause of this is the fact that people do not let their kiwis ripen, and eat them when they are more hard than soft, leading to mouth-itch. When fruit is un-ripe, it is not meant to be eaten - nature is intelligent, and the enzymes will literally attack your mouth (and make you "allergic") - Wait for your kiwis to feel incredibly soft and supple, they will be a darker green inside and will smell and taste incredibly sweet and NOT tart. 

Kiwi and limes ensure your body is full of vitamin C! Vitamin C boosts the immune system, helps heal wounds and increases the absorption of iron. In fact, just one serving of kiwi provides you with 230% of your RDA of vitamin C! Kiwis are also very fibrous, and so they promote good gut health (better digestion, and for staying regular). Chromium is also present in kiwi, which helps regulate our heart beats as well as magnesium which enhances our energy levels!

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Ingredients:
- 6 - 8 RIPE kiwi (let them get really really soft - that is when they are fully ripe, and when they will not make your mouth itchy)
- 2 key limes, juiced
- 2 oranges, juiced
- 1 cup spinach
- Water & flesh from 1 young thai coconut

Put all ingredients in a blender, pulse blend for 20-30 seconds & serve!

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Anti-Inflammatory Pineapple Ginger Smoothie

This smoothie is sure to help ease symptoms of inflammation! If you rather yourself a cool treat for these hot summer days, just freeze the pineapple and mango before blending!

Pineapples contain bromelain enzyme which is a powerful anti-inflammatory (read all about it HERE). This famous pain relieving enzyme has been synthesized and isolated into supplements to treat inflammation and pain naturally. Ginger contains very powerful anti-inflammatory compounds called gingerols. These substances are believed to explain why so many people with osteoarthritis or rheumatoid arthritis experience reductions in their pain levels and improvements in their mobility when they consume ginger regularly.

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Ingredients:

- 2 cups ripe pineapple

- 1 cup ripe mango

- large knob of ginger (about 2-4 inches)

- 1 cup young thai coconut water (you may add the coconut meat too from inside the coconut if you please)

- 1 tsp. fresh vanilla

Blend all ingredients for 20-30 seconds and enjoy!

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