Give Yourself A Health Boost; The Best Ingredients To Add To Your Morning Smoothie

Natural Almond Or Peanut Butter

Nuts are one of the healthiest ways to incorporate a good dose of protein into a smoothie. However, unless individuals like a bit of crunch in their smoothies, whole or chopped nuts are not the easiest to blend. Instead, they should reach for some natural almond or peanut butter (and make sure it is a creamy version.) Almonds and peanuts are packed with calcium and magnesium, and their makeup of fiber and healthy fats will ensure individuals will feel fuller for longer.

When choosing a nut butter, it is best to read the labels. Some brands load their nut butters with sugar, hydrogenated oils, and preservatives. For the healthiest choice, individuals will want to see the ingredients list on the label is very short. Natural nut butters really only need nuts, salt, and maybe a touch of honey. Any other ingredients will just complicate and weigh down a smoothie unnecessarily.

Berries

Berry smoothies are probably the pinnacle of the smoothie world and for good reason. There are so many to choose from, as each berry has a unique flavor profile and health benefits. Blueberries are known for their high levels of vitamin K, the vitamin A in goji berries are fantastic for eye health, and acai boasts the highest antioxidant count of them all. In general, every type of berry is a great source of fiber and vitamin C. It is also good to note while they are low in calories, berries still enliven smoothies with lots of wonderful sweet and sour flavor. Thankfully, berries also complement each other beautifully when mixed, so individuals will not have to be forced to choose just one.