From Better Homes and Gardens Aug 2008 Issue. "Researchers recently made the interesting discovery that adding alcohol to berries boosted the amount of antioxidants in the fruit that could be absorbed...
Use up your old coffee a fun way! I always save my leftover coffee and freeze them into ice cubes. Usually, I cool off my fresh cup of coffee with them (without diluting the taste) - but you can use them...
After having had lap-band surgery, I often need to add some protein to my daily intake. This is something I made that is very filling. My preferences are 100 calorie Muscle milk light and yoplait light...
One of our favourite morning pick-me-up smoothies. We sometimes also add 3-4 tablespoons of vanilla whey protein or a couple tablespoons ground flax seed. For an added nutritional boost I'll add kale or...
Africa has a long history of banana cultivation. Phytolith discoveries in Cameroon dating to the first millennium BCE triggered an as yet unresolved debate about the date of first cultivation in Africa....
This smoothie is so delicious, and uses no dairy or added sugars. Change the fruits up a bit, or add more if you'd like to try something new. I've been eating this almost every day this week.
This makes a great breakfast on the go, using banana, blueberries and non dairy mlk. Adding ground flax offers a healthful boost of omega 3s, fiber and protein. Got this from Whole Foods and changed it...
I love Starbucks' Fraps, but they recently closed the Starbucks closest to me, and now I cannot go as much, but I can't go too long with out a frap! It took a few tries to get this right, but, I did it!...
When mangoes are in season, this makes a refreshing and delicious treat. The ingredients call for lowfat vanilla ice cream and nonfat milk; I have tried it using regular ice cream and whole milk; if you...
I discovered this drink/dessert while traveling through Indonesia in 1998. It's more like a dessert, but is absolutely delicious in spite of how strange it sounds. The only thing that takes any time is...
So good-tasting and so good for you! In addition to vitamin-rich blueberries and apples, this contains flaxseed, a rich source of omega-3 fatty acids, fiber, minerals, and amino acids.
I've never had much luck making smoothies until I threw this one together. It is ridiculously good for you, amazingly delicious, and super easy to make! However, my favorite thing about it is that you...
In the 70's I met a wonderful friend when we were both pregnant with our sons. Later, after the kids were born, and we had an escape from motherhood...we liked to do brunch. Chris made these delicious...
This pretty, refreshing drink is so good, you won't believe it. You can always add a shot of your favorite vodka to it. Personally I love it mixed with ginger wine or sparkling wine.
This was made for my son to enjoy with dinner tonight, so there is no alcohol in it, however you can turn it into an adult drink by cutting back on the apple juice a bit and substituting some blueberry...
I can up with this recipe when I discovered how caloric a regular margarita is: usually in the 300-500 cal range. These are fruity, tasty, and an 8oz portion has the same calories as a glass of wine or...
I have edited this recipe, after months and months (and months) of making and perfecting smoothie recipes. All through last autumn to this spring. By summer, they'll be perfect. I hope you like this low...
From Wendy Chant's "Crack the Fat Loss Code". This is great! I use Body Fortress brand whey protein powder. It has 23g protein and only 1g sugar, 110 cals and 1g carb. The recipe says oranges, but it wont...
My rendition of the Green and Gone Smoothie at Gone Raw - http://goneraw.com/recipes/58-Green-and-Gone-Smoothie This raw, green smoothie is surprising delicious, and a great way to start the day.
This smoothie is a concoction of my own. I make smoothies almost every morning for myself and my siblings. This smoothie is healthy, yet yummy and refreshing! (:
This "smoothie" type drink also has a banana in it. If your kids like o.j., they'll like this. From Sue Gregg's cookbook, Lunches & Snacks. I don't usually fill the blender with ice cubes, just a couple...
My kids love smoothies for breakfast and we are coming up with a few different varieties. This one is our latest creation. You can't really taste the apple - but the main thing for me is that it is there...