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Thank you for following me and learning more on how you can live your "Best Life" each and everyday just by doing exciting things to awaken and pamper what is most important in your life. Pampering4life is a lifestyle of pampering all aspect of one's life. It is the ultimate indulgence of pampering your mind, body, and freedom. Please make sure to take time for yourself at least 10 minutes a day. Relax and feel your desire to live the life God has given you after all "Pampering4life" is a celebration of you....

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Just some information about me. I'm a wife, board certified integrative health counselor, and amateur ballroom dancer. I enjoy life by living each day like it is my last. One of my favorite hobbies is to travel, travel, travel, and to learn different cultures of all kinds. After a recent lay off..I realized my passion and purpose in life is to inspire people by showing them how to enjoy their life and to pamper all aspects of it. This includes your health, your wealth, and most important your mind by making the connection to what living is really about. Pampering4life is about making small changes and reaping BIG RESULTS! I look forward to opening up a new world for you so you to can live your BEST LIFE

Monday, May 20, 2013

4 Sensational Summer Smoothies!




On a hot summer day, there’s just something about fruity, ice-cold smoothie that makes them impossible to resist. The great thing about smoothies is that you can pretty much modify them to fit whatever craving you have and whatever health needs you’re trying to satisfy! Here are 4 easy and delicious recipes for your perfect summertime beverage!

 

1. Orange Smoothie- A low-calorie, healthy smoothie that tastes just like a creamsicle. It’s a perfect post-workout thirst quencher or mid-afternoon snack.


Ingredients
·         1 navel orange, peeled
·         ¼ cup fat-free half-and-half or fat-free yogurt
·         2 tablespoons frozen orange juice concentrate
·         ¼ teaspoon vanilla extract
·         4 ice cubes
 
Directions
1. In a blender, combine the orange, half-and-half or yogurt, orange juice concentrate, vanilla, and ice cubes. Process until smooth.
 
 
 
2. Green Tea, Blueberry, and Banana Smoothie- Antioxidant-rich green tea makes this smoothie a nutritional powerhouse.
Ingredients
·         3 tbsp water
·         1 green tea bag
·         2 tsp honey
·         1 ½ C frozen blueberries
·         ½ med banana
·         ¾ C calcium fortified light vanilla soy milk
 
Directions
1. In a small glass measuring cup or bowl, microwave water on high until steaming hot. Add tea bag and allow to brew 3 minutes. Remove tea bag. Stir honey into tea until it dissolves.
2. In blender with ice crushing ability, combine berries, banana, and milk.
3. Add tea to blender. Blend ingredients on ice crush or highest setting until smooth. Pour smoothie into tall glass and serve.
 
 
 
 
3.  Strawberry- Banana Smoothie- Strawberries and banana make the ultimate smoothie blend. Enjoy it in supplement to a light breakfast or as an energizing snack. Get your protein on the go!
Ingredients
·         1 cup plain nonfat yogurt
·         1 banana
·         ½ cup orange juice
·         6 frozen strawberries
 
Directions
1. In a blender, combine the yogurt, banana, juice, and strawberries for 20 seconds. Scrape down the sides and blend for an additional 15 seconds.
 
 
4. Strawberry-Kiwi Smoothie- Stay full and fight disease! This high-fiber drink becomes even healthier when you use organic kiwis, which contain higher levels of heart-healthy polyphenols and vitamin C.
 
 
Ingredients
·         1 ¼ cups cold apple juice
·         1 ripe banana, sliced
·         1 kiwifruit, sliced
·         5 frozen strawberries
·         1 ½ teaspoons honey
 
Directions
1. In a blender, combine the juice, banana, kiwifruit, strawberries, and honey. Blend until smooth
 
 
 

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