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FRUITY SUNFLOWER SMOOTHIE
You can throw just about anything in a fruit smoothie to enhance its flavor such as honey, tofu, jams, any combination of fruits, peanut butter, juices, etc., but keep in mind it will effect the nutritional values.
1/3 20ounces bag frozen strawberries 1 banana 1/2 15ounces can pineapple (including juice), or several slices of fresh pineapple 3 tablespoons low-fat plain yogurt 2 tablespoons unsalted sunflower seeds 6 ounces orange juice
Blend for about 30 seconds, then serve.
Pineapples provide an ample supply of vitamin C that protects the body from free radical damage and boosts the immune system. Vitamin C helps build and repair bodily tissue and promotes wound healing. The body uses vitamin C to help metabolize fats and cholesterol, absorb iron, and synthesize amino acids and collagen. Collagen is one of the primary building blocks of skin, cartilage and bones. Vitamin C also decreases the severity of colds and infections.
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