Citrus Smoothie
Citrus Smoothie recipe:
Citrus fruits include oranges, lemons, limes and grapefruits, in addition to tangerines and pomelos. Not only are the citrus fruits in this diverse group delicious and refreshing, they earn their definition of an all-star food because they contain compounds called flavonoids, which may have anticancer properties1.
Citrus flavonoids are also antioxidants that can neutralize free radicals and may protect against heart disease1. Studies show that citrus flavonoids may improve blood flow through coronary arteries, reduce the ability of arteries to form blood clots and prevent the oxidation of LDL (“bad”) cholesterol, which is an initial step in the formation of artery plaques1.
Citrus fruits are also high in vitamin C, and are good sources of folate and thiamin. Vitamin C is a powerful antioxidant and protects the body from damaging free radicals2. It is also required for the synthesis of collagen, which helps wounds heal and helps hold blood vessels, tendons, ligaments and bone together. Folate is necessary for cell division and DNA synthesis. Thiamin is a B vitamin important in metabolism.
Here is what you will need:
Ingredients:
1 orange; peeled and quartered
1/4 lemon; peeled, quartered and seeded
1/2 cup fresh pineapple; chunks
1/4 cup frozen mango
1 cup ice cubes
