Part 1. Advantages and Benefits of Smoothies

 

It is natural. This is because of the fact that smoothies are usually blended fruits and vegetables, etc. In other words, they come from natural ingredients like actual fruits which are just blended in order for them to be made liquid or in the form of a smoothie already. Smoothies are unlike other juices which are processed already and no longer as natural. Since smoothies are natural, they are proven to be good health drinks as no chemicals are added to them to enhance their flavors or colors. With this, you have reduced risks of acquiring chemical-related side effects.

 

Smoothies are good sources of water/fluid. Considering how you prepare a smoothie, you could say that it is really a rich source of water/fluid that could help your body rehydrate. Smoothies are prepared with the use of much ice. In fact, it is the ice that makes the smoothie smoother and thicker in consistency. With this, drinking smoothie will not only let your body acquire the nutrients of the natural ingredients you used but will also rehydrate your body. If you are not really fund of drinking plain water, smoothies serve as great water alternatives.

 

They make it easy to consume fruits and vegetables. Fruits and vegetables are very good for the body because of the nutrients that they contain, however, not all people can tolerate the taste of raw fruits and vegetables. Instead of not eating fruits and vegetables altogether, smoothies make a great option in order for you to take in fruits and vegetables and benefit from them without having to go through the trouble of eating raw fruits and vegetables that you cannot tolerate. Since smoothies are already combined with dairy products and are sweet, you will no longer notice the taste of fruits and vegetables, making you consume them willingly.

 

Smoothies are rich in nutrients. As mentioned, smoothies are natural sources of fruits and vegetables as well as other ingredients since they are simply blended and did not undergo chemical processes. With this, the nutrients from the fruits and vegetables, etc. are still packed into the finished product or the blended smoothie. This makes smoothies very rich sources of vitamins and minerals like fiber since these vitamins and minerals from fruits and vegetables are still intact. This is why smoothies should be considered by people who want to start a healthy living or a healthy diet.

 

They are easy to prepare. Smoothies are also advantageous because they are easy to prepare. In other words, they do not take time to prepare, unlike when you eat your usual snack, breakfast, etc. You simply put the ingredients together and blend; no more cooking, no more simmering, etc. So, if you decide to prepare smoothies instead of your normal meals, you will be saving a lot of time and effort but you would be getting the nutrients that your body needs for the day. This is why smoothies are perfect for busy people.

 

Smoothies are customizable. The best thing about smoothies is that they can be from any source. They can be fruit smoothies, vegetable smoothies, green smoothies, nuts and seeds, etc. Plus, you can also choose what fruits and vegetables to use as well as you can choose what other dairy ingredients you prefer to add, etc. In other words, smoothies can be customized according to what you prefer. You have control over your smoothie. This is a good thing since you will know what you are actually putting on the blender, unlike processed drinks and store-bought drinks wherein you have no idea what gets in your stomach.

 

They are convenient. Smoothies are also convenient drinks since they can be brought along with you. After you prepare the smoothie, you can simply put it inside a disposable glass and then drink it while you are on travel.

 

Smoothies are comforting. This is especially true during the summer season. Smoothies are made with so much ice and so they come out very cold. This is why, during the summer season, smoothies give comfort to people by serving as something that would cool them down despite the heat.