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  • Green Pineapple Smoothie

    Green kale smoothie
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    Hubert Cormier, Ph.D. in nutrition
    Hubert Cormier, Ph.D. in nutrition
    Preparation 5 min
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    Refrigeration 0 min
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    2 servings
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    Green Pineapple Smoothie

    Smoothie With Kale

    Do you, like Marilou, Jacinthe René and Reese Witherspoon, love those popular green smoothies? Yes, but only if they don’t taste like raw vegetables? Well, our green smoothie is made with pineapple and mango to balance with kale’s strong taste (or any other vegetable you might want to use). This healthy smoothie is not only for raw foodists or live food fanatics: it’s a great breakfast or snack for anyone.

    We also use maca, a tuber related to radish and land cress, which is great for health. Maca roots can be eaten fresh or dried for their nutritional benefits. Their delicate taste reminds us of malt. They also have caramel, coffee and hazelnut flavours. Peruvians and some other people even consume more than 500 g of maca daily, either in its sweet-potato-like form or dried.

    Try maca powder in this tropikale (yes, a kale pun) and vitamin-rich green smoothie! With its generous portion of exotic fruits and vegetables, this smoothie is super good for your health!

    SIMPLY DELICIOUS : Did you know you could make kale chips? Not only is it nutritious, it’s also delicious!

    Bon
    à savoir

    Where to get maca powder

    You can find maca powder in specialty food stores or in the natural products section of some supermarkets. You can also order some online here.

    Maca makes all the difference in this smoothie recipe!

  • Ingredients

    Preparation

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Nutritional Information

Per serving

  • Calories
    200 Kcal
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    Calories are units of energy. They represent a measurable quantity of energy brought by a food. Your energetic needs depend on your age, height, weight, gender and how active you are. The average need ranges around 2000 calories/day. A higher or inferior intake might affect your weight.
  • Lipids
    3.8 g
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    Lipids (fats) are essential to your body. They are an important source of energy. However, an excessive consumption is associated with weight gain and higher risks of chronic diseases such as diabetes and cardiovascular problems. Unsaturated fats are preferable to saturated or trans fats.
  • Saturated fats
    0.5 g
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    Saturated fats, commonly known as “bad fats”, are mostly found in processed foods and in some products of animal origin. If consumed in excess, they can have adverse effects on cardiovascular health, including increases in LDL-cholesterol levels. Try to eat better lipids such as those found in fish, nuts, oilseeds, and oils!
  • Cholesterol
    0 mg
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    Your body mainly uses cholesterol to produce hormones. It is only found in foods of animal origin such as meat, poultry, fish, and dairy products. However, dietary cholesterol has little to no influence on your cholesterol level compared to saturated and trans fats.
  • Sodium
    39 mg
    2 % DV
    In small quantities, sodium is an essential nutrient for your body. However, you probably eat too much of it without even being aware, and this overconsumption can have adverse effects on your health. Indeed, excess sodium targets organs and can lead to hypertension.
  • Carbohydrates
    35 g
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    Carbohydrates are a good source of energy. They are your brain’s main source of fuel for all functions. The carbohydrate group is divided into simple and complex sugars, fibers, and starches. Carbohydrates are mostly found in fruits, dairy products, baked goods, pastries, sweets, cereals, and legumes. It is recommended to not eat high quantities of added sugars. Limit your intake to 50 g/day.
  • Fibers
    5 g
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    Fibers have many health benefits. They are divided into two types: soluble and insoluble fibers. Soluble fibers can reduce your cholesterol level and help regulate glycemia (blood sugar levels). As for insoluble fibers, they increase stool bulk and regulate bowel function. Since they slow down the digestion process, they promote satiety, which contributes to appetite and weight control. You should consume at least 30 g everyday.
  • Proteins
    5 g
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    Protein has different roles in your body. They are essential to muscle, blood, and even skin development! In fact, protein build most of your bodily structures. They also provide all the amino acids your body needs to make neurotransmitters, new molecules, enzymes, and even certain hormones!
Hubert Cormier, Ph.D. in nutrition

Recipe developed with passion and good humor by:

Hubert Cormier, Ph.D. in nutrition

Se démarquant par son authenticité et son dynamisme, Hubert Cormier, Ph.D. en nutrition, vulgarise la science de la nutrition et développe de savoureuses recettes. À travers ses nombreux projets entrepreneuriaux, Hubert adore voyager, la bonne bouffe, le bon vin et fréquenter de bonnes adresses gourmandes.

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