Monday, June 13, 2011

Sunshine Smoothie

Sunshine Smoothie....kids you are going to love it!  It is a fantastic start to any day.  Get to know a little about the superhero Vitamin C while you prepare this drink. 
-Remember that this water-soluble vitamin (which simply means that we have to eat it often because our body does not produce it) has amazing health benefits. 
-It helps to protect our cells from harmful things in the air (like pollution). 
-It also helps us fight against bacteria, germs, or other things that make us sick, boosting our immune system.  -It helps to strengthen cartilage, bones, and teeth. 
-It also helps to mnake collagen, the stuff needed to form scar tissue when you get cuts and scrapes.

All the fruits in this smoothie are full of Vitamin C.  Drink up and share with your family and friends!

1 banana
Juice of 1 orange
1/2 to 1 cup water (depending on how think you like it)
1/2 cup mango
1/2 cup pineapple
1/2 cup peaches
1/2 to 1 cup yogurt
Drizzle of honey

Blend until smooth.  I like to add frozen spinach too! 

Enjoy!

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