4 Natural ingredients for your smoothies

Smoothies are a complement to our diets , so we must combine them with natural ingredients that help us find balance in our health. They are highly recommended for athletes and there is a shake for every purpose; they are ideal for gaining protein-rich muscle mass, for losing weight, for cooling off or simply for being well nourished. Look at these 4 natural ingredients that we have selected for you to add to your favorite smoothies. 100% natural peanut butter (sugar-free) Peanut butter in smoothies is an ideal combination to drink in summer, it is a food rich in calories so that it provides us with a significant amount of energy to carry out daily activities. You can take it in your favorite shakes before competitions such as cycling, marathon, triathlon or any other discipline that requires continuous effort. Among the main nutrients that peanut butter provides to smoothies are vitamin B3 and folic acid. As it is an ingredient with a high caloric content, you must take care of the relationship between the amount you consume and the activities carried out, so that you have a balance, otherwise it could have unwanted implications such as weight gain, storing calories in the form of fat.

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Oatmeal It is an ideal ingredient to add to the smoothies you drink to start each morning. The contribution of nutrients, vitamins, minerals and antioxidants make it a perfect ingredient for breakfast. It is often recommended for weight loss in its integral option and its large amount of fiber acts as a cleanser for the intestines, and it also regulates blood cholesterol. Its versatility means that it can be consumed hot or cold and the best of all is the price, it is really very economical for all the benefits it offers.

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Dates It is an exotic ingredient that is easy to obtain and prepare, it is often considered ideal for Detox shakes, a type of shake that helps detoxify the body. Dates are added to sweeten some combination of fruits or vegetables that need a touch of natural sweet flavor, such as cucumber or pineapple smoothies. It is very common to use it in smoothies that are part of a diet where people seek to lose weight.

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millet flakes It is an ideal ingredient for people on a vegan diet, as it provides an excellent proportion of iron to smoothies, so it is also very good for people with anemia. It is very versatile to be used in smoothies, for example, millet flakes look great in strawberry smoothies. It can also be used in any smoothie with a liquid base of soy milk, almond milk or any other vegetable drink of your choice.

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Create your own nutritious smoothie using the rich natural ingredients that we have proposed for today.