Tropical fruit, flax seeds, and Greek yogurt combine for one delicious and highly nutritious
smoothie. Here are a few of the health benefits you can expect from chewing down this smoothie:
- Kiwis are high in vitamin C (antioxidants), fiber (good digestion), and potassium
(cardiovascular health).
- Mangoes are loaded with an array of vitamins and minerals that support
good digestion, are high in antioxidants, protect against certain cancers, and offer anti-inflammatory properties.
- Flax seeds are the star ingredient of this smoothie and a borderline superfood in my book. They help balance cholesterol levels, are anticancerous, are anti-inflammatory, are good for heart health, help with diabetes, and boost the immune system. They are also high in antioxidants, dietary fiber, and the all-important omega-3 fats.
- Greek yogurt is high in protein, calcium, and probiotics (think healthy gut flora) and
lends a rich creaminess to your smoothie—perhaps its best attribute.
Recipe
1 cup water
2 kiwis, skin removed (unless washed and you like it)
1/2 cup mango
2 TSBP flax seeds or ground flax seed
1/4 cup Greek yogurt
Add-ons
1/2 banana
Nutritional Information
Calories: 281 | Fat: 13g | Protein: 7g | Carbohydrates: 39g | Fiber: 9g | Sugar: 26g | Vitamin
C: 264% | Vitamin K: 75% | Calcium: 18% | Iron: 8%
