If you follow me on Twitter, you will know that I go on about the coveted 'green monster' smoothie. The green monster is basically a smoothie consisting of a green vegetables, a banana and milk. You can substitute it with different fruits and vegetables. I have been drinking green monsters since last year - and I have noticed a major change in my energy! I no longer feel tired during the afternoon! I try to have a green monster every day! Even my parents love them!
Since my previous post on the green monster, I have made quite a additions (and one substitution):
- I still use 2 cups of baby spinach, and one whole banana
- Instead of dairy milk, I use rice milk. Unfortunately, I feel that my body is allergic to large amounts of milk so I switched to rice milk (which is dairy free). I chose the rice milk with added Vitamin D and B12! Rice milk has a pleasant taste (although it took me a few weeks to get used to it!)
- I started to add different powders to my smoothie! They don't alter the taste of the smoothie, but they provide a wide range of nutrients!
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| Left to Right: Wheatgerm, Flax seed and Wheat grass |
- I add 1 spoon of flax seed to my green monster. I love flax seed - it's a great source of Omega 3, as well as some protein and vitamin E! I also add flax seed to sandwiches, curries and yoghurt! Here is my previous post on it. As you can see, the flax seed I purchased also has goji berries as well as pumpkin and sesame seeds in it! These have iron in them - which is essential for your body!
- I also add wheat grass to my smoothie. Unfortunately, wheat grass is DISGUSTING, and too much of it will ruin the taste of the smoothie. This is why I only add half a tea spoon of it! The benefits of wheat grass include: builds red blood cells quickly, cleanses your system, fights and protects against illness, and ups your energy levels!
- Wheatgerm - I love wheatgerm! (here is my previous post on it). Since I have been adding wheatgerm to my smoothies, I have noticed that my nails have become stronger and longer! My hair has also been growing at a quicker rate than usual! Wheatgerm is great for your hair, skin and overall health :) Definitely check it out x
- Ripe bananas work better
- lace the least heaviest items into the blender! I pour the milk, add the powders, the spinach and lastly the banana (cut into small chunks)
- Do not put too much wheat grass
- Too much spinach can ruin the taste, I add 2 small bowls or 2 handfuls to mine
- Rice milk is cheaper in Tesco's rather than Holland and Barrett
- Check out the Green monster movement for some more recipes :)
The final result:
A gorgeous, tasty, healthy, energising drink! I look forward to this drink every morning! It's delicious!
Have you tried a green monster before?
Omg have the same problem with milk, I use Alpro Soya Milk instead. I also use the exact same Linwoods mix! Need to get that wheatgrass powder though! x
ReplyDeleteIt's amazing - I need to try and use it all the time!! I usually not picky with food but it tastes disgusting! It has excellent health benefits though!
ReplyDeleteI don't like soya milk - I read somewhere that too much can cause infertility :o freaked me out lol! xx
No way lol, good thing I only use it in small amounts, just tea. For smoothies I use organic natural yoghurt. x x
DeleteThat's a great idea - might try that xx
DeleteI'm raelly into healthy smoothies now so this post comes in handy;)
ReplyDeleteyou're welcome xx
DeleteOmg wish you lived with me!!!! lol
ReplyDeleteLOOL!
DeleteI make a very similar drink but use water instead, never thought to add milk , thanks for the idea!
ReplyDeleteI add a handful of frozen berries to it too and flax too
no problem!xx
DeleteI can't handle large amounts of milk, it gives me an upset stomach. I want to switch to almond or hazelnut milk but I've read that it can curdle in your tea which is the only time I actually drink milk! I've got a huge bag of spinach in my fridge but no bananas :( might try with strawberries?? xx
ReplyDeleteYeah you can also add strawberries!! x
DeleteSuch an interesting post. My energy levels suck at the moment! Need to try this...do you have to use all the powders?? x
ReplyDeleteYou don't need to actually add the powders - I'm just extra!! xx
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ReplyDeleteThank you ! I had this today instead of my protein shake after gym. And its so tasty! Much better than my protein shake. I will drink this from now on. Also it keeps me full. I drank it at 3pm today and now it is nearly 6pm,..... still not hungry! Well done, good job God bless you!
ReplyDeleteThat's brilliant! Glad you enjoyed it xxx
DeleteOooh I've been having the Green Machine Drink by naked from boots cause I always get it in my Meal Deal. I love this green monster movement I do feel a lift in enegery :)
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