I have been trying to get into the juicing craze for some time now, but the procrastinator in me has kept me on the fence. Last week, I read a interesting article on Refinery29.com, titled “5 Reasons Why Kale Is The Ultimate Look-Gorgeous, Feel-Amazing Food”, which went over the benefits of eating kale:
No, I’m not trying to lose weight, but who wouldn’t want more energy or radiant skin??? Besides, I am trying to strive for much healthier eating habits and this would be MUCH cheaper than those expensive anti-aging creams.
The article also had a recipe for making a kale smoothie…sound yucky I know. Ironically, yesterday, a friend on Instagram posted a pic of her new juicer and that finally inspired me to run over to Whole Foods and give it a try.
Ingredients
4 oz. water
4 oz. unsweetened almond milk
1⁄2 frozen banana, cut into chunks
1 cup kale
1 tbs. coconut oil
1 tbs. shredded unsweetened coconut
2 to 4 ice cubes
I added my own twist to the smoothie, inside of the unsweetened coconut, I used frozen mango. It was delicious and I’m hoping I can keep up with a glass, a day.
What about you? Have you tried juicing? What’s your favorite recipe? Still on the fence?
I have been reading about juicing but didn’t know where to start. This sounds like a great recipe!
LaShana, thanks for commenting! Some of the recipes I’ve read were overwhelming, but with these simple ingredients it makes it so simple to do.
I tried juicing many years ago and would like to get back into it sometime. This recipe sounds really good and I love all the added health/beauty benefits!
I don’t need to loose weight but like you said I love the added benefits. I’ve always wanted to try juicing.. I might have to try this recipe!
I love juicing! It’s a great way to start anyone on the clean eating lifestyle!
I really would like some info on this sound like something I need to get into.
I’ve really been thinking about juicing and creating an overall healthier lifestyle so this recipe came right on time. Thanks!
Kale is one of the very best vegetables to use in juices. It’s packed with vitamins and minerals. It also contains lutein and zeaxanthin which can protect the eyes from macular degeneration. It’s a great source of vitamins A, C & K and several minerals, like calcium for bones and teeth.