The Ultimate Smoothie Formula

The Ultimate Smoothie Formula: 

I've learned through a lot of trial and error that when it comes to making smoothies, simple is best. This lead me to our basic smoothie formula that works without fail. 

Choose one or two items from each category. 

As far as OPTIMIZER OPTIONS are concerned, these are at your preference. Superfood powders and adaptogens are incredible, but definitely not necessary. I like maca for a boost of energy and spirulina for its detox properties. Cinnamon not only tastes good, but also helps balance blood sugar. 

In addition - CHEW IT! Yes, take your time to actually taste and chew your smoothie. Try eating it with a spoon if you have to. This helps your belly register the meal and makes it much easier for your body to digest and assimilate the nutrients.

Basic Smoothie Formula

• 4-8 OUNCES LIQUID (raw coconut water, unsweetened nondairy milk, or no fruit green juice)
  Volume depends on how thick you like your smoothie
  

• 2 SCOOPS of SWW® Optimize 
  This contains 45 grams of protein and 10 grams of inulin fiber - making sure you stay full and energized for at least 3-5 hours. 
  

• 1-2 TBS. HEALTHY FAT (nut butter, hemp hearts, coconut yogurt, or 1/4-1/2 avocado)
  Try a mix of several, such as 1 tablespoon nut butter and 1 tablespoon hemp seeds.
  
  1 LARGE HANDFUL LEAFY GREENS (spinach, kale)
  As much as you can handle. Try adding a few chunks of frozen zucchini or steamed cauliflower too. This makes for a super thick and creamy smoothie. Frozen veggies are a great low sugar swap for banana as you still get the creamy smoothie texture. 
  

• 1/4 - 1/2 CUP FROZEN ORGANIC FRUIT (berries, pineapple, mango, cherries, banana, etc.)
  Try to stick with low glycemic fruits such as berries. Only use up to 1/2 a banana per serving.

• Optional: Ditch the fruit completely! Adding in frozen raw zucchini slices is a favorite way to get the creaminess of a banana without the extra sugar.

Optimizer Options

(CHOOSE 1-3)

1 sachet SWW® alkalize
1 Tbs. raw cacao powder
1-2 tsp. spirulina (blue-green algae)
1 tsp. maca powder
1 tsp. freshly grated ginger
1/2 tsp. vanilla extract
Fresh herbs (basil, mint)
Several dashes cinnamon

• TIME TO BLEND! Place all ingredients in blender and puree until thick and smooth. Put your greens and liquid at the bottom to ensure the greens really break down. 

NOTES: If you don't have a high speed blender, I find that blending the greens with the liquid first, before adding the other ingredients, helps to make a smoother consistency.