Tuesday 7 October 2014

Strawberry watermelon smoothies

if you are looking for a cool idea for smoothies, there are countless mixtures that you can come up with to give you the cool and special taste that you seek. The strawberry watermelon smoothies is a great and refreshing food drink that you can easily make at home for your family and friends, not only does it taste great, but the texture is superb, also is the cool colour you get out of this mixture. Ones you taste it, you will definitely come back for more. 


If you love watermelon, then this smoothies is right for you. The amazing fact about this cool drinks is that it is not only refreshing and delicious but they also have a whole lots of health benefits, which make it one of the drink you should add to your weekly menu. Trust us, you won't regret it.

Some Health Benefits of the drink
Reduces High blood pressure.  Watermelon extract supplementation has been found to reduce ankle  blood pressure, brachial wave reflection in obese middle-aged adults with prehypertension or stage one hypertension.
Asthma prevention: The risks for developing asthma are lower in people who consume a high amount of certain nutrients. and this food drink provides some of it.
Cancer: As an excellent source of the strong antioxidant vitamin C as well as other antioxidants, this drink can help combat the formation of free radicals known to cause cancer. Lycopene intake has been linked with a decreased risk of prostate cancer prevention in several studies.
Digestion and regularity:  because of its water and fiber content, helps to prevent constipation and promote regularity for a healthy digestive tract.
Hydration: it helps prevent dehydration.
Inflammation: helps to maintain the structure of cellular membranes, aids in the transmission of nerve impulses, assists in the absorption of fat and reduces chronic inflammation.
Muscle soreness: it can reduce muscle soreness and improve recovery time following exercise in athletes.
Skin: it is also great for your skin because it contains vitamin A, a nutrient required for sebum production that keeps hair moisturized. Vitamin A is also necessary for the growth of all bodily tissues, including skin and hair.
Reduce heart disease risk: Diets rich in lycopene may help protect against heart disease
Boosts immune system
Strengthens Bones
Clears kidney

To make this watermelon, you will need the following ingredients

How To Make Watermelon Smoothies

Ingredients:

4 cups cubed watermelon

10 frozen strawberries


handful ice

Directions

In a blender, add watermelon cubes and blend until smooth. Add the strawberries and ice. blend again until smooth. Serve immediately.‎

*Note you can add 1/2 a cup of yoghurt to make the smoothie thick and creamy.




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