8 reasons to prepare smoothies this Christmas

Besides being delicious, smoothies are true nutritional gems. If you get into the habit of incorporating them daily, your health and energy levels will thank you. Here are 10 reasons to enjoy them during the holiday season:

1. They contain a good dose of fruit and vegetables

During the holidays, we "sin" by eating heavy meals, excessive animal protein, alcohol, and sweets. Having a good smoothie for breakfast, for example, can Helpus to take the recommended daily dose of fruits and vegetables, and make our diet more balanced during the holidays.

2. They are easy to prepare

There's no time to waste. Simply add your favorite fruits and vegetables, water, coconut water, or plant-based milk to your blender. that suits you best and that's it! It'll take you 10 minutes at most, and you'll notice the benefits immediately.

3. They improve your digestion

With so many hearty lunches and dinners, filled with sausages, meats, and seafood, your digestion can suffer. Blending all the ingredients can make it easier for you to digest and absorb vitamins and minerals, as well as ensuring a good fiber intake. This way, you'll forget about the bloating and constipation typical of an unbalanced diet.

5. They have a detox effect

The oxidative stress caused by alcohol consumption, late nights, and a diet low in fruits and vegetables can take its toll on our bodies. Skin can look duller, and fluid retention and bloating These are just some of the consequences. What better way to add superfoods with a powerful detox effect like spirulina to your smoothie? Or chia seeds? A teaspoon of these ingredients will cleanse you from the inside out and make up for those Christmas excesses.

5. Increase defenses

The last thing you want to do during the Christmas holidays is get sick. If you want to give your immune system a boost, nothing beats adding a spoonful of ORGANIC AÇAÍ and goji berries to your daily smoothie. Its vitamin C and antioxidant content will keep colds and flu at bay.

6. They provide more energy

If you want to give it your all at parties without any slumps, add tea MATCHA and ORGANIC MACA in your smoothies. The amino acid L-theanine found in matcha tea promotes a feeling of alertness without the negative effects of caffeine. Maca benefits your adrenal glands, maintaining overall body health in situations of greater physical stress.

7. Anti-hangover superfoods

There's nothing like making a good smoothie to rehydrate after a night of partying. Add anti-inflammatory superfoods rich in B vitamins, such as AÇAÍ and the berries of goji to recover in time.

8. Get rid of cravings

Our bodies often crave certain foods because we're lacking in a particular nutrient. If you're craving chocolates and nougat, you're probably lacking magnesium. Add ORGANIC COCOA to your smoothie and you'll avoid ultra-sugary snacks. If you're craving meat or very fatty foods, nothing beats adding hemp seeds. to ensure a good intake of essential fatty acids, phosphorus and iron.

Alicia Lamothe

Health Coach