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Random question aimed at the smoothie savvy!

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  • 06-04-2014 1:03am
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    chinacup
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    Have to make a quick everything-in-the fridge type smoothie tomo morn as I will be rushing, so my qtn is would the following work nutritionally/taste wise? Why or why not, opinions welcome!

    1/2 tsp spirulina, 1/2 avocado, handful blueberries, 1/4 tsp coconut oil, 1 tsp cinnamon, small apple and pear, soy milk if needed and possible lemon juice/cocoa powder if spirulina is still overpowering.

    New to the whole smoothie thing and still learning which foods compliment each other so would be interested to hear peoples knowledge on this :) thanks to anyone who replies!


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    Rosy Posy
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    arf91 wrote: »
    1/2 tsp spirulina, 1/2 avocado, handful blueberries, 1/4 tsp coconut oil, 1 tsp cinnamon, small apple and pear, soy milk if needed and possible lemon juice/cocoa powder

    Are you going to juice the apple and pear first? It'd be pretty fiberous if you just lashed them into the blender. It doesn't sound like enough liquid if not, and IMHO soy milk is manky and afaik not particularly healthy either- full of sugar and not great for the hormones/digestion. You should have a look at some of the recipes in Jason Vale's Juicemaster books, I wouldn't reccomend the diet- it's a bit ridiculous, but the smoothies are tasty and nutritionally balanced.


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    chinacup
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    Rosy Posy wrote: »
    Are you going to juice the apple and pear first? It'd be pretty fiberous if you just lashed them into the blender. It doesn't sound like enough liquid if not, and IMHO soy milk is manky and afaik not particularly healthy either- full of sugar and not great for the hormones/digestion. You should have a look at some of the recipes in Jason Vale's Juicemaster books, I wouldn't reccomend the diet- it's a bit ridiculous, but the smoothies are tasty and nutritionally balanced.

    Ah I picked up soy milk thinking it would be a good way to get some protein instead of tofu this week (I'm vegetarian) didn't take the time to research it much it was just handy, will definitely have to look into trying a different liquid. Maybe almond milk? Did get the unsweetened version but hopefully it won't be too rotten!
    Thanks for your reply. Ill check out Jason Vale for future concoctions ;)


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    Rosy Posy
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    If you're looking to boost protein nut butter can be really nice in a smoothie with banana and coconut milk or cows milk if you're not vegan.


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    chinacup
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    Rosy Posy wrote: »
    If you're looking to boost protein nut butter can be really nice in a smoothie with banana and coconut milk or cows milk if you're not vegan.

    I've been making homemade nut butter lately and had been wondering whether or not to throw it in, good to know thanks = )


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