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How to Make a SERIOUS Smoothie
When most people think of smoothies, they think of those tall, fruity concoctions from mall food courts.
Those smoothies have their benefits: They’re quick, portable, and delicious. Plus, they can be loaded with nutritious fruit.
When clients choose them, they often feel they’re making “the healthy choice.” However, some—especially the food court variety—may also include added sugar, syrups, sweetened frozen yogurt, or even ice cream.
These additives aren’t “bad.”
However, they DO add a lot of calories without a lot of nutrition. (Most sorely missed: Protein, which helps regulate your appetite and keeps you feeling satisfied for longer.)
The result? These smoothies contribute (sometimes generously) to your calorie intake, and yet aren’t very effective at keeping hanger at bay for long…
There’s a place for ALL smoothies, especially if you love them. But if you—or your clients—are looking for a more nutrient-balanced, satisfying option, we’d like to introduce…
The Super Shake
The Super Shake is a delicious meal (or snack, or post-workout fuel) in liquid form. It contains:
🥑 Whole fruits and vegetables
🏋🏻♀️ Protein
😋 Fiber and healthy fats
💪🏽 Enough calories to feel as satisfying as a meal (without overloading you)
It takes minutes to make and—once transferred to your cool hipster Mason jar or favorite tumbler—can be consumed on-the-go.
Super Shakes work well for busy clients who want a quick meal option. But they’re also great for clients who want an easier way to add calories and nutrition between meals—for example, clients looking to put on muscle or overall weight. Because Super Shakes are liquid, they’re easier to consume than, say, steak and potatoes.
Want to know how to make one? Consult the image below for instructions and ingredient ideas.
Blend it up.
After adding all the ingredients to a blender, process until smooth.
If clients want ideas to get started, share this free download: Super Shake Guide
Hot tip: Try the chocolate, peanut butter, and banana smoothie if you’re looking for a crowd-pleaser. And don’t be put off by the spinach: Though it’ll turn your smoothie green, it’s nearly undetectable flavor-wise.🕵🏾
The Super Shake is just one “tool” that helps clients upgrade their food choices and meet their nutrition needs. But really, there’s a whole workshop of practices that can help people progress toward their health goals.
If you’re interested, consider our Level 1 Nutrition Coaching Certification. It combines the science of nutrition with the art of coaching, so you can help clients make small—and BIG—changes to their daily life.
Take care,
Alex :)
Alex Picot-Annand, PN2, Holistic Nutritionist Senior Writer Precision Nutrition (Home of the World’s Top Nutrition Coaches)
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