Weight Loss Smoothies Ingredients

Weight loss smoothies are an easy and nutritious way to detox your body of toxin and help lose weight fast. Weight loss Smoothies are a great way to lose weight as they are relatively low in calorie, but laden with nutrient ingredients that are capable of keeping you full for a long time.

When you learn how to combine the right ingredients you can make nourishing tasty smoothies that help you shed excess weight. A balanced smoothie should include a good balance of protein, complex carbohydrates, healthy fats, as well as vitamins and nutrients. You can also add ingredients that enhance your weight loss by boosting your metabolic rate, giving you more energy, and filling you up for hours.

What Weight Loss Smoothie Should Contain

When it comes to smoothies the first thing that comes to peoples mind is fruits. Let me say it here that an exclusively-fruit smoothie is not a good idea due to its high sugar content. Green smoothies are the most suitable type of smoothies for weight loss, though they don't necessarily have to be colored green or taste like vegetables - the color changes according to the other ingredients, such as berries, and the veggie taste can be muted by the fruits or other condiments you add.

If you’re looking to drop some pound or maintain a healthy weight, then the typical contents of your smoothies should be 2-3 cups of vegetables or packed leafy greens and 2 pieces of fruit. The quantity of vegetables should always be larger than the fruits. Making a smoothie that's dominantly fruit means it would contain too much fruit sugar (fructose) which could ruin your weight loss quest.

Ingredients for Weight Loss Smoothies

When making your green smoothie whenever possible include the following ingredients that have been scientifically proven to help lose weight, and so should take an important part in your smoothies:

Frozen Berries: Blueberries are the foremost loss food to add to your diet. Strawberries and raspberries also aid weight loss. They are all rich in antioxidants and polyphenols that inhibit the forming of fat.

Frozen Banana: Bananas increase bloat-fighting gut bacteria and they are rich in potassium, which can reduce water retention. And they’re a good source of fiber, which will keep you feeling full.

Coconut Milk: Coconut milk is rich in healthy fat, and will keep you full for long. It will also make your smoothie richer and healthier.

Cucumber: High in water and vitamins but low in calorie will increase the hydrating effect of your smoothies.

Spinach: This veggie is rich in iron vitamin C and fiber. It is the mildest green to incorporate into smoothies, so most people can add 2-3 cups without noticing the taste.

Cinnamon: This is one of the best spices for weight loss, cinnamon also contains those polyphenols, which have been proven to slim bloated bodies and improve insulin sensitivity.

Avocado: Rich in fiber, monounsaturated fat, potassium magnesium and more. Avocados are one of the healthiest foods around. They are also extremely low in sugar, and give a creamy texture to your smoothie.

Coconut Oil: contains medium-chain triglycerides (MCTs), which supports fat burning and can help with weight loss. Coconut oil also helps to keep you full thanks to it’s rich healthy fat nutrition content.

Pineapple: rich in the digestive enzyme bromelain, pineapple aids digestion by breaking down food more effectively. If you’re prone to gas, bloating and belching after drinking smoothies, adding pineapple can help to relieve your symptoms.

Cayenne: Capsaicin, the natural compound that gives chili peppers that beautiful burn, has been proven to reduce belly fat, suppress appetite and kick start the body’s ability to burn food as energy.

Nut Butter: They not only add creaminess and healthy fat to your smoothies, but also reduce your risk of type 2 diabetes. They are source of protein, and low in sugar. Almond nut butter is my favorite.

Cruciferous Vegetables: Cruciferous vegetables like broccoli, Brussels sprouts, cauliflower, kale, cabbage, and bok choy are very high in antioxidants, fiber, calcium, minerals, and even protein. They also contain disease-fighting and immunity-boosting phytonutrients, as well as the essential nutrients vitamin A, vitamin C and folic acid. These are absolute super foods that you should be adding to your smoothies. It’s also very easy to disguise their flavor, so your smoothie will still taste amazing.

Grapes: By adding grapes to your smoothie, you’ll benefit from compounds that can help reduce blood pressure and cardiac hypertrophy, lower levels of LDL (bad) cholesterol, and slow the progression of atherosclerosis (or hardening) of the arteries.

Citrus Fruits: Apart from being rich in vitamin C, citrus fruits like oranges,

lemons, limes, and grapefruit contain plenty of folate, which helps produce and maintain your body’s cells, and fiber, which is great for weight loss.

Chia Seed: similar to flax seeds, chia seeds are a great source of omega-3 fats and dietary fiber. Chia seeds are also a good source of plant-based calcium, which may be helpful for those suffering from lactose-intolerance.

Protein Powder: Supplementing your smoothie with protein powder is excellent for satiety, not to mention supporting the lean muscle that enables you to burn more fat. Most veggie protein powders are sweetened with stevia and can improve the flavor of your smoothie.

P.S Take a look at this winning smoothie powder bundle, and boost your smoothies with antioxidants,fruits and vegetables. 

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