5 Healthy Ingredients You Should Add to Your Smoothies

The common practice while making a smoothie is to ensure that the final outcome is not just delicious but thick as well. This works a lot in your favour, especially if you are trying to cut down on your calories and increase the nutritional value of your meals. But certain ingredients make for a great drink (more than others) every time you enter the kitchen. No, it is not honey, definitely not your maple syrup, and absolutely not the cereals in your kitchen cabinet. 

5 Healthy Ingredients You Should Add to Your Smoothies

1. Tofu

Tofu is one of the most interesting choices that you can make when blending a smoothie for yourself early in the morning. It is a great source of plant-based and all-natural protein that you can ever find. It does not have any gluten or animal products that you might be allergic to. Tofu is also highly suitable for lactose intolerant people and does not cause any problem in your digestion. Go for organic tofu and other soy products that are not only delicious but healthy as well.

2. Bean Sprouts

If you are making a vegetable smoothie, bean sprouts are a great choice of food to include in it. These are not only healthy but add a lot of crunch to your smoothie as well. A small bowl of bean sprouts contains around 26 grams of protein and 18 grams of fibre. It also contains around 30 grams of high-quality carbohydrates along with just 12 grams of sugar which is all-natural. Bean sprouts should be a staple in your smoothie diet.

3. Juice

Do you know how amazing fresh fruit juices are for your overall well-being? Very! You can also go for a cold pressed juice cleanse or other similar diet plans to see just how much of a difference it is capable of making in your life. Some fruits that you can always rely upon for making your complexion glow and keeping your gut healthy are:

·         Apples 

·         Oranges 

·         Bananas 

·         Kiwis 

·         Mangoes 

·         Peaches 

·         Strawberries

·         Grapes 

·         Blackberries 

·         Raspberries 

·         Pineapples

4. Beetroot

Have you ever noticed how beautiful the colour of beetroot is? This is going to be the colour of your cheeks once you make it a regular in your smoothies. One cup of boiled beetroot contains a lot of nutrients such as protein, carbohydrates, sugar, and only 0.2 grams of fat. It helps purify your blood and is a very dependable source of good-quality fibre.

5. Almond Milk 

Are you lactose intolerant? Almond milk is your rescuer. If you have certain sensitivities to milk products, almond milk can be a staple in your diet. It is quite high in calcium making up for more than 24% of your daily value. It is also quite rich in good fats and protein along with vitamin E, vitamin D, and high-quality carbs. Almond milk is very light on your system and has a smooth texture that you are going to love. It does not leave any weird aftertaste in your mouth and goes perfectly well with citrus fruits as well as dry fruits such as cashews and dates.

A list of some of the most incredible ingredients that make for a healthy and delicious smoothie! The new year is almost upon you. It is time you invested in your health and well-being a little more than you have in the previous year.