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Holiday Smoothie


A friend of mine has been asking me to come out with a green smoothie.  I make some kind of smoothie every day and decided that this one would be something that not only tastes great and is a little bit different but also goes with the upcoming holidays.

3 Raw Eggs
Scoop of Vanilla Protein Powder
Handful of Spinach
1/2 Cup of Pineapple
1/2 Cup of Cranberries
1 Tablespoon of Raw Honey
1 Teaspoon Cinnamon

Health Benefits

Eggs
High in Protein
Great for the eyes
Fights Cardiovascular Problems
Helps with Cholesterol Profile

Spinach
Anti-Inflammatory
Antioxidants
High in fiber
Helps with digestion
Fights Cancer
Lowers blood pressure
Good for eyes, skin, bones

Pineapple
Contains Many Vitamins and Minerals
Contains Anti-Inflammatory Qualities
Great for Arthritis, Gout and other conditions that involve inflammation
Helps with Digestion
Strengthens Gums and Bones
Fights colds

Cranberries
Contains Antioxidants and Antibacterial properties
Great for the Urinary Tract
Lowers risk for cancer (Breast and Colon)
Good for the heart
Good for the Eyes

Raw Honey
Increases natural energy
Used in treating allergies
Treats colds and sore throats (it coats the throat and reduces irritation)
Used as an acne treatment

Cinnamon
May lower cholesterol
May help treat Type 2 Diabetes
Contains antifungal properties and may rid the body of candida
May reduce proliferation of leukemia and lymphoma cancer cells
When added to food inhibits bacterial growth and is a natural food preservative
Boosts cognitive function and memory
Helps eliminate headaches and migraines
Helps stabilize blood sugar
Increases metabolism

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