This delicious smoothie is the perfect pick-me-up for those sluggish weekday mornings, or anytime you need a little boost. It has little bit of this and little bit of that, but hardly any fat. (WHATTTTT!!)
1 Cup Kale
1 Small Apple
1 Banana
1 Inch Piece of Ginger
Juice from 1 Lime
3 Pitted Dates
1 Cup Coconut Water
Food Key
– Kale: vitamins, A, B6 &C, potassium, copper, folic acid, calcium, iron, thiamine, riboflavin, niacin and zinc (MEGA-STACKED!!)
– Apples: potassium, vitamin C and pectin (helps control cholesterol and blood sugar)
– Bananas: vitamin B6 and potassium
– Ginger: stimulates digestion, combats flatulence (NICE!) and is effective against colds
– Limes: vitamin C, antioxidants, calcium, folate, citric acid and hesperidin (lowers cholesterol)
– Dates: fiber, magnesium, potassium, and antioxidants
– Coconut Water: improves digestion and metabolism, supports immune system