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Smoothie Recipe

 

​​Green Tea – contains antioxidants called “polyphenols", which reduces risk of Type 2 Diabetes, heart disease, and several types of cancer (breast, colorectal, prostate) in multiple medical studies.

Honey – may reduce susceptibility to allergens (if buying locally-sourced honey), it doesn't raise blood sugar as quickly as table sugar, and can help lower triglycerides, blood pressure, and cholesterol, if used in MODERATION (it's still sugar).

Soy milk – much lower in calories and saturated fat (the one that causes the most heart damage).  It's naturally cholesterol free, and great for people with lactose intolerance. It's a good s​ourc​e of potassium and can be fortified with v​itamins A, B-12, and D, as ​well as calcium.

Bananas – excellent source of vitamins (B6, C) and minerals (potassium, magnesium, copper), aids in di​gestive health, makes you feel fuller, contains pectin, which can help with reducing insulin production. (aka increases insulin sensitivity).

 

Blueberry, Banana & Green Tea Smoothie Recipe