UP AND AT 'EM STRAWBERRY BLUEBERRY SMOOTHIE: Low-sugar, fat & cholesterol, high-fibre, no added sugar

Full of natural sweetness, a smoothie that hits all the right buttons...

Delicious sweetness without added sugar, refreshing & healthy for families
'Loved this - the fruit combo is so health-giving and so tasty.'

We're told not to have too many fruit smoothies because of fruit sugar.  But this smoothie based on low-sugar berries is bursting with antioxidants and other health giving minerals, is kind to the heart and to the gut.  In the heat of summer, it is refreshing and satisfying.

Blueberries - often labelled a superfood - has the highest level of antioxidants in commonly consumed fruit and veg.  Research shows they can contribute to relieving heart disease and regulating blood sugar.

Strawberries are low in calories and low on the glycemic index; they also help moderate the release of blood sugar.

Bananas soothe the gut, calm anxiety and have loads of potassium to help regulate blood pressure problems.

All three are high in fibre.

Combined with yoghurt for protein; a bit of oatmeal or nuts for even more fibre, water and ice cubes, the drink is as frothy as a milkshake (without the bad bits) and a dream in hot weather.

And, watered down with plant or dairy milk, Strawberry Blueberry Smoothie can be a fantastic free-from-added-sugar cool drink for kids.  

Cost: 75p

Serves: 1-2 but multiplies easily

Ingreds:

small banana peeled and cut in chunks

double handful strawberries, hulled & quartered

generous handful washed blueberries

generous tablespoon seeds or nuts or oatmeal

3-4 ice cubes

Pinch cinnamon or nutmeg

Method:

1. In the order listed, place ingredients in blender/smoothie maker
2. Add enough water to cover bananas
3. Whizz to a thick froth
4. Pour into a glass/es
5. Sprinkle over nutmeg or cinnamon

Comments:

'Loved this; loved more the fact that it is so healthy. The fruit combo is brilliant.' Retired writer

Tip:

Add more water for kids or for frugality.

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This recipe has  been developed by B M Lee/ Bright Sun Enterprises.  They may not be reproduced, in any form, without the author's written permission.