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“bloo” Juice Morning Power Smoothie

Smoothies are a very popular way to start the day. When building the ultimate healthy
smoothie it is important to blend together four essential ingredients – a liquid base
[preferably a high antioxidant juice like blueberry], a good protein [Greek yogurt or
your favourite protein powder], a healthy fat [flax seeds, walnuts and avocado all
contain Omega 3 fatty acids] and a high fiber carbohydrate [highest fiber fruits are
blueberries, blackberries, raspberries, peaches, pears, apples and oranges].
This smoothie is packed with all the right ingredients for that power boost first thing
in the morning or you can enjoy this smoothie anytime of day when you feel like a
delicious metabolism boost.

1 very ripe banana frozen [now you know what to do with your over ripe bananas]
1 fresh peach [with skin] cut into segments or 1 cup frozen mango segments
1/2 tsp (2 mL) grated fresh ginger
2 tbsp (30 mL) ground golden flax seeds [use whole flax seeds]
½ cup (125 mL) Greek or any unsweetened plain yogurt
1 cup (250 mL) “bloo” blueberry or “bloo” blueberry citrus juice

Wash peach before cutting into segments, set aside. Place whole flax seeds in blender
and pulse till fully ground. Add all other ingredients to blender or Magic Bullet. Blend
for approx. 30 seconds to one minute on high or until smooth. If consistency is too
thick add more bloo juice till to your liking.
For children:
For a fun and nutritious treat for children, blend all ingredients except the ginger and
flax seed in a blender. Fill a popsicle mold with mixture and freeze for a healthy, tasty
refreshing treat. Makes 6-8 depending on size of popsicle tray.
Serves 2 - 4
Per serving: 105 calories, 2 g fat, 0.2 g sat. fat, 0 g trans fat, 18 mg sodium, 20 g
carbohydrates, 2.4 g fibre, 10 g sugar, 4 g protein.