The “Incredible Hulk” Green Smoothie

Start a health revolution, one tasty glass at a time.

Smoothies are an excellent way to start your day or replenish your energy as a mid-afternoon snack. When using fresh, whole ingredients, they help provide important nutrients like fiber, proteins, vitamins, and minerals to get you going and make you feel like a superhero. Best of all, they’re portable!

This recipe is a mouth-watering multi-vitamin in a glass.

Ingredients:  

• 1 ripe banana
• 1 cup fresh or frozen organic fruit (berries, mango, kiwi, peach, pear, cherries)
• 1 cup packed organic baby spinach
• 1/2 cup pure fruit juice (pear, mango, berry nectar) or non-dairy milk
• 1 tsp spirulina and/or 1 Tbsp greens powder (optional)
• 1 Tbsp ground flax seeds (optional)
• 1/4-1/2 cup water

Instructions: Blend all ingredients, adding the water slowly to desired consistency. Drink immediately after mixing.

Dr. Sarah Sjovold is a Naturopathic Doctor practising at Livstil Wellness Clinic. She regularly sees patients in the Langley and Surrey area looking for help with digestion, detoxing. and immune support.