Losing weight is a tough and grueling mental battle. You have to constantly maintain a strict menu of dishes. What about drinks? Of course, at least once you'll wonder what type of drink is right for you. Here are five very easy smoothie recipes to make at home for effective weight loss.
These smoothie recipes are packed with nutrients to help keep you full. Not only is it delicious and cool, but it also supports weight loss. So please don't hesitate.
1. Kiwi and Honeydew Melon Smoothie
This delicious smoothie is low in calories and high in nutrients, packed with vitamin C and potassium, which are great for supporting healthy bones and teeth. If there is no sugar, it is a pure fruit smoothie.
Ingredients (for 3 persons):
Honeydew melon: 2 cups (cut into cubes)
Green apple: 1 (peeled, cored, diced)
Kiwi: 1 (peeled and chopped)
Sugar: 2 to 3 tablespoons (if you want to reduce calories, you can halve or replace with honey)
Lemon juice: 1 tablespoon
Ice cubes: 1 cup
Melon and kiwi slices to reserve
Nutrient content:
Calories: 110 calories
Fat: 0 grams
Carbohydrates: 27 grams
Fiber: 3 grams
Protein: 2 grams
2. Strawberry Banana Flaxseed Smoothie
Adding flaxseed to food is an excellent way to supplement omega-3 fatty acids, which can greatly reduce the risk of heart disease, cancer and depression. Moreover, multiple studies have also confirmed that dieters will lose weight faster if they eat foods rich in omega-3 fatty acids.
Ingredients (per person):
Medium Banana: Half
Frozen strawberries: 1/2 cup
Skim or soy milk: 1.5 cups
Ground flaxseed meal: 2 tablespoons
Nutrient content:
Calories: 278 calories
Fat: 7 grams
Carbohydrates: 43 grams
Fiber: 7 grams
Protein: 16 grams
3. Peanut Butter Banana Smoothie
Bananas are rich in potassium, which can eliminate edema, and peanut butter is rich in unsaturated fatty acids. In addition to beautifying the skin, it can also bring satiety and reduce the chance of eating other snacks.
Ingredients (per person):
Skim milk/pure soy milk: 300ml
Natural Peanut Butter: 1 tablespoon
Medium banana: 1
Nutrient content:
Calories: 303 calories
Fat: 9 grams
Carbohydrates: 45 grams
Fiber: 4 grams
Protein: 16 grams
4. Fresh Apricot Smoothie
Tender and juicy apricots are the best ingredient for fruit smoothies. Plus, apricots are rich in vitamin A, which is great for maintaining healthy vision.
Ingredients (per person):
Fortified soy milk with calcium and vitamin D: 3/4 cup
Apricots: 2, cut into 4 pieces, peeled and cored
Chilled orange juice concentrate: 2 tablespoons
Roasted wheat germ: 2 tablespoons
Almonds: 1 handful
Banana: 1
Nutrient content:
Calories: 394 calories (if the calories are too high, you can omit the almonds)
Fat: 10.5 grams
Carbohydrates: 63 grams
Fiber: 7 grams
Protein: 17 grams
5. Banana Kiwi Smoothie
The fluffy kiwi may be small, but it has many health benefits. It's rich in vitamin C and antioxidants that firm skin, promote healthy bones and teeth, and protect against cancer and heart disease.
Ingredients (for two persons):
Banana: 1 (peeled and diced)
Kiwi: 1 (peeled and sliced)
Low-fat yogurt: 1 cup
Ice cubes: half a cup
Honey: 2 teaspoons (half or not add to reduce heat)
Nutrient content:
Calories: 155 calories
Fat: 2 grams
Carbohydrates: 28 grams
Fiber: 3 grams
Protein: 7 grams
