You Smoothie...

Smoothies are a great way to start your morning, and with such an amazing array of super foods to add to them it can be a complete source of protein and fibre and essential fatty acids (EFA's) in a convenient and delicous drink. Some of our favourite ingredients to add to our smoothies are the amazing Chia; Chia is an ancient seed which has more omega 3's and fibre than any other plant in nature. Chia is an easy ingredient to add to smoothies, porridge, muesli's or even salads and soups because it has next to no taste and is so mild that you barely notice the tiny morsels of wonderful nutrition you are adding to your daily intake!

Coconut water or milk is another fantastic addition to your smoothies, as it contains a huge amount of vitamins and minerals with a great amount of electrolytes perfect for rehydrating you first thing in the morning, or after physical exercise. Coconut is often used in thirds world countries as intravenous rehydrator when saline solution is unavailable! The wonders of this food are amazing, and added to your morning smoothies will only enhance your wellbeing.

Coconut, Date Smoothie:

1x Frozen banana (always taste best when slightly over ripe!)

3x medjool dates

1/2 a cup of coconut water/or milk for drinking

1 tbsp of Chia seeds

Combine these ingedients in a blender or use a bar mix to blend well, if the smoothie is still too thick thin it down with a bit of water or soy/oat/rice milk, simply delicious!

Fafahine x