Green Banana Smoothie

Hi, loves!  I was at home for a few hours today and felt a snack binge coming on so, I decided to whip up a little something that would satisfy my hunger and still be healthy.  Smoothies are my go-to snack when I  do not want to scarf down  a bunch of processed snacks.  

Recipe:

-1 frozen banana

-1 handful of spinach

-1/2 cup of almond milk

-1 tsp of peanut butter

That's it!  You get your protein and greens all in one.  It's a great between meal snack!

What are your smoothies of choice?

We Juicin' Over Here!

This morning I decided to pull out the juicer and make something that would help me to feel better about all the crap I ate this Memorial Day weekend.  I was in New York for my grandmother's big 80th birthday bash and while I had lots of fun (Trini people really know how to party!), I felt awful the last two days there because I had way too much cake, oxtails, curry chicken, and maybe a tad bit too much alcohol.

I was feeling so sluggish and felt like I looked crazy! I noticed a few small breakouts so, I knew it was time to fill my body with some fresh, wholesome foods.  I used any fruits and veggies I could find at the house and whipped something up that was so tasty.

Recipe:

1 bundle of kale
2 small apples
4 carrots
1 cucumber
5 stalks of celery
about 2 tbsp. of grated ginger

*After juicing, I put the juice in the blender with about a half cup of frozen blueberries, raspberries and blackberries and blend for a little added sweetness.

The color does not look that appealing but, it tastes so good and I feel better!


What's your favorite juicing recipe?

Green Juice Gives Me Wings

The Mr. has been on a juicing kick recently and I'm reaping the benefits! I've been drinking fresh green juice every morning for the past week and I've noticed that I have so much more energy during the day. A few weeks ago, I was feeling so depleted and drained(I blamed it on working with rambunctious kids every day) and now I have life again! No, but really I feel like a brand new chick.

Here's what I had this morning:

Recipe:

-3 to 5 stalks of celery

- 1 apple

- 2 carrots

- 1 cucumber

- 3 handfuls of spinach

I'll be honest, too much green in my juice makes me want to gag sometimes so, I like my juices a little sweeter than how this turned out (3 parts veggies to 2 parts fruit is my preference).  Next time I will add an additional fruit like pineapple, mango or banana.  I'm just thankful for the extra pep in my step! 

How green do you like your smoothies/juices?

Breakfast Eats: Smoothie Recipe

In an attempt to eat more fruits and veggies every day, I've been making smoothies (especially in the mornings).  I noticed that I do not have much of an appetite in the mornings like I used to so, smoothies work perfectly for me before or after my workouts. They are very filling and give me the nutrition I need to get through a hectic day

Recipe:

1/2 bag of frozen blueberries
1/2 bag of Tropical smoothie blend frozen fruits (mango, strawberry, pineapple)
1 Vanilla Dannon Oikos greek yogurt
1/2 cup of almond milk
1 handful of raw spinach leaves

I put everything in my trusty blender and that's it--a healthy breakfast smoothie!  Sometimes I add a cup of apple juice for added sweetness or a few tablespoons of agave nectar.  After a workout, I add 1-2 scoops of whey protein powder.

What kinds of smoothies/juices are your favorite?

Smoothies: A Non-Guilty Pleasure

 Smoothies are my addiction! They are a great, delicious way to get in those recommended daily servings of fruits and vegetables.  I drink a high-calorie, protein smoothie after working out, I drink a fruit smoothie in the morning with breakfast and sometimes I will have one after dinner as a healthy dessert.  I have yet to try a green smoothie though ( I've always been afraid of the taste.) Word on the street is that they are very delicious but, I can't imagine drinking spinach or broccoli! I will have to test one out and see.

Here is a recipe for an Energy Booster smoothie from Women's Health Magazine.  The potassium found in bananas, the protein powder and carbs in peanut butter all  give you energy to get through the day. The wheat germ rich in iron, increases oxygen levels to help get you through your daily workouts.


2 frozen bananas, peeled and chopped
2 scoops chocolate protein powder
2 Tbsp peanut butter
2 Tbsp wheat germ
1 tsp cinnamon
1 Tbsp honey
3/4 c low-fat Greek yogurt
4 Tbsp skim milk powder ( I would use almond milk instead)
2 cups ice

What's your favorite smoothie recipe?

Crossing the Line between Natural and Just Plain Nasty?

I am a firm believer in the fact that the most natural and readily available products we need to sustain us were already given to us by God in nature.  However, after coming across a cookbook that contains semen-based recipes I started to think that there may be a fine line between natural and just plain nasty!  I mean...to each his own but, I really do not see how semen can provide any health benefits to someone. 

In case you are curious, the book it called, "Natural Harvest- A Collection of Semen-based Recipes".  It claims that semen is not only nutritious but, also provides a great texture to any dishes it is in. 

I'm sorry but, this just takes the phrase,"home-grown" to another level; a level that I will not be entering at all.  It makes my stomach to churn just thinking about it!


Would you try a semen-based recipe?  What is another "natural" product, remedy or technique that crosses the line for you?