8 Smoothie Recipes to Help lower Risk of Heart Attacks

We have always heard that fats are not safe for our health, and it is almost real in some way. However, wholesome fats that can be found in fruits like avocado and different kinds of nuts help improve our immune system. A boost in the immune system means protection from many diseases like the flu, colds, diabetes, and heart diseases.

If we consider the average person’s food intake, it’s hard to say that we get enough healthy fats. You might have heard about all the food items that can reduce the risk of heart attack and other serious diseases, but eating them raw might not always be tasty. Furthermore, cooking them may remove some of the essential nutrients.

Thus, to get all the nutrients and healthy fats, smoothies are a great way to go. They are tasty and healthy and will keep you away from many diseases. In this article, we will be sharing some smoothie recipes that will make this healthy journey an easy and delicious one.

1. Avocado Smoothie

This avocado smoothie is an excellent alternative to a proper breakfast. It is full of healthy ingredients without too many calories.

All you’ll need is the following:
• Roughly cut kale leaf (without stem) – 1
• Hemp seeds – 1 tablespoon
• Peeled and sliced banana – 1 medium size
• Avocado peeled and chopped – ½ medium size
• Lemon juice – 1 teaspoon
• Dates – 2
• Almond milk – 1 cup

To make this smoothie, blend the kale leaf first in the blender for a few seconds. Then, add the rest of the ingredients in the given order and blend them until a smooth mixture has been formed. These ingredients make one 12-ounce serving – perfect to start your day.

2. Healthy Heart Club Smoothie

As the name indicates, it’s one of the best solutions for many heart problems. It’s full of fruits and even a little bit of greens. You can also add kale leaves or dandelion greens to increase the amount of calcium.

• Peeled banana – 1 medium size
• Peeled orange – 1
• Raspberries, blueberries, and strawberries – 1 cup (mixed)
• Pitted avocado – 1/4
• Fresh baby spinach – 2 to 3 cups
• Ground flax seed – 1 tablespoon
• Filtered water – 8 ounces

First, add water and the fruits to the blender and blend for a few seconds. Add the leafy greens in the end and blend on high speed for 30 seconds or until it forms a creamy texture. To avoid feeling extra full, you can drink half of it first and the other half after 30 minutes.

3. Super Blue Energy Smoothie

For this smoothie, the best option is to use wild blueberries, but if you can’t get your hands on them, you can use fresh or frozen ones:

• Frozen blueberries – 1 cup
• Peeled banana – 1 small
• Organic leaf lettuce or kale – 1 cup
• Avocado chopped – 1 small
• Coconut water – 1.5 cups
• Date – 1
• Cinnamon – ¼ teaspoon
• Plant-based protein powder –  a ½ scoop (optional)

Just put everything in the blender and blend until you get a smooth and creamy mixture. If you want to use stevia to enhance the taste, just put a dash of it. Other than being good for the heart, this smoothie contains many other health benefits as well.

4. The 3 Rs Smoothie

The 3 Rs in the name of this recipe indicate rejuvenation, recovery, and regeneration. This smoothie is ideal for fitness freaks. The ingredients in it help the body recover faster, especially after a hard workout.

• Cherry chia kombucha tea – 1 x 16-ounce bottle
• Coconut water – 1 cup
• Organic strawberries without leaves – 2 cups
• Organic avocado without skin and cut into chunks – 1 small
• Turmeric powder – 1 teaspoon
• Freshly grated ginger – ½ teaspoon
• Black pepper – 1 pinch
• Kale leaf (stem removed) – 2 cups
• Raw and organic honey – 2 teaspoons
• Hemp seeds – 2 tablespoons

Put all the ingredients in the food processor and blend until everything is smooth and creamy. The recipe makes two servings.

5. Simple Green Smoothie

This smoothie is just a mixture of all the greens and is excellent for people on the go. For busy people, this is a healthy and easy recipe. You can just cut everything the night before and blend it all the next morning to take it with you.

• Avocado peeled and chopped – 1 large size
• Kale leaf (without the stem) – 1 cup
• Frozen blueberries – ½ cup
• Pineapple – ½ cup
• Baby spinach – 1 cup
• Cucumber sliced – 1/2
• Coconut water – 1 cup

Add all the ingredients into the food processor or blender and blend it until it forms a smooth mixture. This recipe serves two.

6. Pear Detox Smoothie

It is a terrific solution for a healthy and delicious diet. It’s great for those who love pears. Pears also offer a lot of health benefits. Since they are rich in fiber, they can help treat many diseases like diverticulitis, cardiovascular diseases, and diabetes. You can even add ginger in the smoothie to get extra benefits.

You’ll need the following ingredients:
• Coconut water – 3 cups
• Organic pears chopped and frozen – 2 cups
• Organic leaf lettuce – 3 cups
• Avocado peeled and pitted – 1 small
• Lemon juice – 2 tablespoons
• Walnuts – 2 tablespoons
• Real vanilla – 1 teaspoon
• Medjool dates pitted – 3

Place everything into the blender and blend until the mixture is smooth and creamy. The recipe serves two.

7. Nutty Cherry Smoothie

This smoothie has a unique taste and great for fighting off cancer cells. It’s refreshing, full of energy and a tasty solution for those who have a hectic day ahead.

• Frozen dark cherries pitted – 1.5 cups
• Orange peeled and cut in half – 1
• Baby spinach – 2 cups
• Chia seeds – 2 tablespoons
• Cinnamon – ¼ teaspoon
• Cashew milk – 3 cups
• Real vanilla – 1 teaspoon

Just add all the ingredients together in the blender and blend on high speed. It will make two servings. This smoothie is a good replacement for breakfast or to drink after a workout.

8. No Avocado Smoothie

You might have noticed that almost all smoothies so far have avocado in them. If you don’t like avocados, this smoothie is for you. You can enjoy it and get all the nutrients from it. This smoothie will come as close to tasting like your favorite cookie as possible.

• Almond or coconut milk – ¾ cup
• Almond butter – 2 tablespoons
• Cocoa powder – 1 teaspoon
• Steel-cut oats – ¼ cup
• Frozen banana – 1 large
• Protein powder – 1 scoop
• Ice cubes – 3 to 4 (optional)

Add all the ingredients in the blender or food processor and mix on high speed until it gets smooth. You can add a few tablespoons of water or coconut milk if you want your smoothie a little thinner.

Conclusion

All the smoothies listed above are great for fighting cancer and heart diseases. Since all their ingredients are organic, there will be no side effects either. Plus, you can have them as breakfast or after a workout. However you have them, they will benefit your health, and if the taste is too strong for you, you can always add a little honey as a sweetener.

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