Kombucha has become my fermented beverage of choice lately. I make my own because it’s easy and affordable. A few weeks ago my brother had me try GT’s Kombucha Gingerade – oh my was it tasty! The ginger flavor was over the top delicious. My regular old kombucha didn’t seem so special after all ;) […]
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Blueberry Coconut Kombucha Smoothie
My foray into the wonderful world of kombucha began last summer and has now come full circle with my first kombucha smoothie! For those that don’t know, kombucha is a fermented tea. It’s teaming with probiotics or friendly bacteria, which are increasingly getting more attention because of how important they are not only for digestion, […]
Kale Kombucha Green Smoothie
I woke up this morning with two things on my mind, kombucha and kale. Yes, I know, I’m a little different ;) You see, my latest batch of kombucha made with white and green chia tea is absolutely delicious, and the Redbor kale from my CSA is so beautiful and scrumptious. It’s no wonder I […]
Ferment Your Way to Phenomenal Health
Fermented drinks, and foods, are among the latest trends in superfoods. Fermentation is a natural process, one that humans have been manipulating and benefiting from for millennia. Fermented foods and drinks are rich in probiotics, those helpful microorganisms that work in your digestive tract to improve your health in a number of ways. Not all […]
Boost Your Immune System with Healthy Smoothies
The best and most natural way to fight infections and to avoid getting sick during cold and flu season is to let your immune system do the work. Your body’s natural defenses are equipped to recognize, attack, and eliminate a number of foreign invaders like bacteria and viruses. Although your immune system is elegantly designed […]
Hindu Lemonade Smoothie
You’re probably asking yourself, what’s Hindu lemonade? It’s not lemonade that you’d typically buy from the store or make at home, it’s far superior, from a health standpoint. Hindu lemonade is a fermented, probiotic rich beverage, in the same class as kefir and kombucha. It’s extremely easy to make and only requires a few ingredients: […]
Healthy Smoothie Recipes by Ingredient
If you’re looking for healthy, simple smoothie recipes chalk full of good nutrition, you’ve come to the right place. Below you’ll find all the healthy smoothie ingredients used in at least one, but usually many more, healthy smoothie recipes found on Healthy Smoothie HQ. Simply click on an ingredient to drill down to the recipes […]
What Makes a Smoothie Unhealthy?
The simple answer is the inclusion of unhealthy ingredients. It’s not too difficult to identify an unhealthy diet – it’s one comprised mainly of unhealthy foods. The same goes for smoothies. After reading this blog post I’m confident you’ll be able to discern between healthy and unhealthy smoothies with ease. First, I will attempt to […]
Digestive Issues: Smoothies To The Rescue
Smoothies made with ingredients that aid digestion can improve nutritional absorption and the health of the digestive system. For people with digestive disorders or inflammatory bowel diseases, digestion-friendly smoothies can be a godsend. The key is avoiding digestion-unfriendly foods and including digestion-friendly foods in your smoothies. Did you know that more people take pharmaceutical drugs […]
Smoothie Resources
I thought it would be helpful to create a resource page that you can always reference for all of your healthy smoothie needs. The following are suggested resources I use to make the healthiest smoothies ever, along with a few other related resources you might find handy. Table of Contents Smoothie Ingredients Blenders Local Food […]