I often encourage patients to start the habit of drinking a green drink in the morning, this could be in the form of a green; juice, smoothie or ready to drink powder. Greens’ are packed with vitamins, minerals, and phytonutrients essential to great health, and a green drink is a good way to ensure that you getting a dose of these nutrients each day.
Many mornings I start with a green juice before breakfast and I wanted to share my recipe with you.
Ingredients:
2 large curly kale leaves
2 celery ribs
1/2 cucumber
1 lemon, skin removed
1 cup of pineapple
knob of ginger
Method:
1. Wash all fruit and vegetables
2. Cut into manageable pieces for your juicer
3. Juice all fruit and vegetables
4. Serve over ice and enjoy.
These sweet and sour bites are perfect for the lunch box!
Low in sugar, and high in fibre and whole food fat, makes them very satisfying and great for keeping blood sugar levels even. Passionfruit is a kiwi favourite, and they are rich in vitamin A and C – both of which are essential for a healthy immune system.