Are Fruit Smoothies Good for You? "Diminishes it's effectiveness"? best way to get your fiber and vitamin a, [–]KalinRozthan 0 points1 point2 points 1 year ago (0 children). No direct links except to imgur.com and youtube.com. If you favor smoothies with more sweetness or tartness, you can … If you want unlimited sources please visit r/keto or r/ketogains. I love to add half an avocado to my smoothies, it makes it so creamy and keeps hunger at bay for hours. Any questions concerning whether you are a blogger with a reddit account or a redditor with a blog can be found here. With a handful of oats, a spoon of peanut butter and some plain greek yogurt and a splash of milk or water that’s a good mix of carbs/protein/fat that is nutrient dense without a ton of sugar or excessive calories. i believe they are unsweetened. They’re also a clever way to get your fruit and vegetable servings, take the edge off hunger, and sate a frozen-dessert craving without the guilt. I was afraid you were unable to cook and smoothies would be the most healthy thing you had all day.... and fruits aren’t essential to daily function, the smoothie with fruit is great, but focusing on more veggies than fruits every day is a good strategy. In the United States and the United Kingdom, the term "fruit juice" is restricted to beverages that are 100% pure juice, whereas a "nectar" may be diluted (to a degree limited by regulations) with water and contain additives besides fruit juice, including natural and artificial sweeteners, and preservatives. - Start at USDA FoodData Central or you can check the Nutrient database from another country. in that case then getting your fruit intake could be done easily with a smoothie. [–]chulbert 4 points5 points6 points 5 years ago (2 children), [–]BrotherBringTheSun 1 point2 points3 points 5 years ago (1 child). In my smoothies, I dont taste it and the texture isnt an issue. Other tips for preparing safe smoothies are contained in this linked article. I personally like spinach more in smoothies, it has like no flavor once you blend it and it’s cheaper than kale. The same exact thing just happened to me in a previous comment. As always, your mileage may vary and CICO is the way to go. [–]Life-in-Death -1 points0 points1 point 5 years ago (0 children). Please message the moderators if you are unsure about a potential post. [–]filemeaway 23 points24 points25 points 1 year ago (0 children). I provided reasoning as to why I believe that consuming these fruits through a smoothie is not bad for this persons diet. Adding 2 cups of spinach to your smoothie adds almost 1.5 grams of fiber, helping you achieve the 20 or 30 grams of fiber recommended daily … I hope that this was helpful, and since you are using unsweetened froze strawberries then your sugar intake is fine for the day. [–]autowikibot 0 points1 point2 points 5 years ago (0 children). Fiber helps with satiety, which is important for weight management as well as the prevention of some chronic diseases. Find some recipes online that fit your goals and give them a try. He'll make a sorbet, which is like making a smoothie but no ice. How much of the strawberries, kiwi, banana, and mango nectar are in your smoothie? There is no such thing as a, "healthy sugar." As for other things to add, you can throw in some veggies like kale. And if you are posting about your routine, please make sure you … We use reddiquete as a rule here and not just a good idea. [–][deleted] 1 point2 points3 points 1 year ago (0 children), I bananas + leafy greens. As for sweetened or unsweetened... i have no idea, i need to check when i get home. [–][deleted] -3 points-2 points-1 points 5 years ago (1 child), http://www.nutritionj.com/content/10/1/5/abstract, [–]exccord -1 points0 points1 point 5 years ago (0 children). Keeps me full for a while and isnt as bad for me as something like yoplait. Fill the cup halfway with greens (baby spinach, kale, swiss chard) then top with your frozen berries and half a banana. | … i dont think its as powerful as a full sized one. Worth a try. To back my statement up: https://www.organicconsumers.org/news/how-high-fructose-corn-syrup-damages-your-body, This article also stated, "eating small amounts of whole fruit will not provide tremendous amounts of fructose and should not be a problem for most people, unless diabetes or obesity is an issue but fruit juices, sodas and other beverages sweetened with fructose should be avoided.". Anonymous says: [–]the_dharmainitiativeMSc 0 points1 point2 points 5 years ago (0 children). And as a scientist you should be able to see that natural vs artificial is a meaningless divide in this context. Smoothies contain the whole-food rather than the juice. That is the thing with keto, your body would adapt to all the meat and fat, it does take a few weeks for it to happen. It’s this the right place to ask for advice on proper food storage? This is stated in the article above. Then there's the issue of the industry behind it, but that's another story. It also will be a lot of sugar. Read the ingredients on "mango nector". In some countries, the beverage industry distinguishes nectars from drinks labeled as "juice". [–]happy_happy_LMT 1 point2 points3 points 1 year ago (0 children). Replacing the smoothie with a fast food egg and bacon sandwich is a dubious proposition, so I don’t always push hard to get rid of the smoothies. If you aren't hungry in the morning then keep skipping breakfast. You can use almond milk and/or a protein powder of some sort. I drink a smoothie every day. Download app here. Nearly all of its purported benefits are bunk and don't stand up to scrutiny. Making these small changes will increase the nutrients, reduce the carbs and will add protein that will make you feel full longer. Simplicity: All of Daily Harvest’s cups are extremely easy to prepare.With the smoothies, the only thing you need to do is add milk + blend. PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING SUBMISSION RULES: All links must include a formatted recipe. what are some good, nutritionally balanced recipes? Sugar and carbs in general are associated with negative health effects. [–]dank4us12 7 points8 points9 points 1 year ago (0 children). I have been making smoothies in the morning too. I figure the sugar content you're referring to is eating all the fruit at once. Please be constructive with your comments! Anyways, as for fruit (whether it's frozen or fresh) they both have the same benefits. So, why not consider adding smoothies to what you eat? In my constant rush to class every morning, i make a quick smoothie for a breakfast on the go, and i have one of those blenders that blend into a single serve cup, which is awesome. Examples of High Fat Fruits and Vegetable. Slurping smoothies made with raw, leafy green vegetables has become more popular as books and blogs about this health trend sprout up. Over time, you can make other changes such as adding combinations of baby carrots, celery, cucumber, goji berries, flax seed, cacao, but the above changes are easy and you will barely taste the difference. While this may not sound like the most appetizing smoothie on the menu, it definitely is one of the healthiest. I used to work at a juice bar, and there were always lots of leftovers for staff. Try to only add one fruit, and then mix in a vegetable (i like adding frozen kale or spinach), maybe some protein, some milk (almond milk is my favorite) and some chia or flax seeds. IF YOU WANT TO REPORT A POST OR COMMENT, SHOOT THE MODS A PM SO WE CAN BE ALERTED IMMEDIATELY. This practice adds a degree of safety to the process. Depending on how much you use, it could add a lot of sugar (about 25g in a serving). [–]MikeyBGeek[S] 1 point2 points3 points 5 years ago (0 children). Just make sure to keep your added sugar intake as low as possible. I ran out of bananas today so instead i used a kiwi. Submitting the following types of posts and comments will result in their removal and will likely also result in an instant ban. Your current recipe is a lot of sugar. I'd eventually get to the point of putting stuff like kale in them but not initially. [–]macandsierra 8 points9 points10 points 1 year ago (1 child). [+][deleted] comment score below threshold-16 points-15 points-14 points 1 year ago (0 children), Just invest in a blender😒 don't be stingy 😑 for the 4 years you're going to live there, you're going to get your money back. Since making a smoothie involves simply blending the vegetable into your drink, you retain the food’s natural fiber content. No I started doing keto because carbs made me crave more carbs, which lead me to overheating, it also made me hungry all the time. Please feel free to contact the mods with any questions or comments. Do you have studies showing links between whole fruit and vegetable consumption with negative health effects? Unfortunately, some smoothies add refined sugar, which can make an otherwise healthy smoothie into one you should avoid. [–]willdabeast99[S] 0 points1 point2 points 1 year ago (0 children). Keto is also one of the best diets to use if you are looking to cut body fat and maintain muscle. Im not so sure myself but i can vouch for putting spinach in a smoothie! Smoothies can be bad or good depending on what you put in them. [–]THROWINCONDOMSATSLUT 5 points6 points7 points 5 years ago (4 children), the sugar is a non-issue. On a chemical level the sugars in fruit/honey/HFCS are the same, it's the amount that's so different. Please keep things cordial and respectful, and if you think you have a better set of recipes, lead by example and post them! [–]gregwarriorNutrition and Metabolism major -1 points0 points1 point 5 years ago (0 children). Some people need more potassium, calcium, etc. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nU_RkeA88DY, [–]cbj92 3 points4 points5 points 5 years ago (10 children). Nectars are not 100% fruit, and often contain added sugars: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nectar_(drink). I also vouch for adding spinach, I put spinach in as it does not affect the taste, it kind of gets overshadowed by anything else with a flavour, so for me it just makes my banana milkshakes healthier & green (literally). Personally, my smoothies are like 30% fruit, and 70% greens. [–]artseasteph 1 point2 points3 points 1 year ago (0 children). 2. 5) No asking for or giving medical advice - This includes diet advice intended to treat or manage a medical condition. [–]Arina222 2 points3 points4 points 5 years ago (3 children), [+]RiseAboveRuin comment score below threshold-6 points-5 points-4 points 5 years ago (2 children), [–]RiseAboveRuin 0 points1 point2 points 5 years ago (0 children), [–]trq_ 0 points1 point2 points 5 years ago (2 children). Fructose is also a simple sugar found in fruits versus HFCS, which is an added sugar. Has good iron content too and doesn’t really taste like much to me. REDDIT and the ALIEN Logo are registered trademarks of reddit inc. π Rendered by PID 31158 on r2-app-04e852913f66c2238 at 2020-12-26 23:31:15.536912+00:00 running 6abf2be country code: US. REDDIT and the ALIEN Logo are registered trademarks of reddit inc. π Rendered by PID 6608 on r2-app-08516a60535eb85d2 at 2020-12-26 23:31:17.233531+00:00 running 6abf2be country code: TR. I've been learning to cook the past couple of years so that's not really an issue anymore. It can get expensive but I always buy it when there's a sale. The answer is to balance both. Alternatively, I might choose to add whey powder. Fruit is better for you than junk food, but they don't call it nature's candy for nothing. [–]Ifuqinhateit -1 points0 points1 point 5 years ago (0 children). You would prefer that I down vote than that I dispute in a comment? [–][deleted] 1 point2 points3 points 5 years ago (0 children). If you blend fruit, the natural sugars are released from within the cell … Keto has me not craving food at all, I am never hungry, this makes sticking to my calories and macros very easy. Bees make honey by adding invertase (among other enzymes) to sucrose, breaking it down into glucose and fructose. Most cereals have way too much sugar in them, even the "healthy" ones. I only really struggle with fruits because the meals I learned don't really encorporate them at all. Fructose is a monosaccharide and an isomer of glucose; sucrose is a disaccharide of fructose and glucose. I put Rawfusion (vanilla) in my smoothies and it tastes great. The thing about straight fruit smoothies is that it's all sugar, with little of the nutritional value that you get from veggies, which absolutely NEED to be a staple of your diet, no matter what kind of diet you're doing. [–]gregwarriorNutrition and Metabolism major 2 points3 points4 points 5 years ago (5 children). What veggies did you begin with in your smoothies to get you used to it? Having a good blender is the most important thing when making a good green/healthy smoothie, the texture of uncooked veggie chunks is unsettling for me. Some people add seeds and nuts, which are a … Blending pulverizes the fiber far more than chewing and diminishes its effectiveness. Add whey protein for satiety and maybe some fiber. im scared that this is not as healthy as it sounds, that im just having a bunch of sugar, resulting in me undoing anything i do at the gym. It's half a bunch of kale or spinach or both and half a cup of blueberries. Use of this site constitutes acceptance of our User Agreement and Privacy Policy. Fructose is a simple sugar that occurs naturally in fruits. [–]cheesecrystal 0 points1 point2 points 5 years ago (0 children). Common Recipes with Nutrition Info I use whatever fruits are in season and full fat yogurt. Wiki - Data / Info Sources Interesting: Kern's (beverage company) | Non-alcoholic mixed drink | Squash (drink), Parent commenter can toggle NSFW or delete. If you are using it as a meal replacement then you need protein. You're trying to disapprove what I've said. In New Zealand, the usage is reversed, with "juice" denoting a sweetened fruit drink, whereas nectar refers to pure fruit. I put both smoothie recipes into my diet analysis program. There is no one right way to eat for all people and all budgets, and there is always room for improvement. That is a lot of calories, simple carbs and sugar. Why? Instead, I like to steam enough for the week and then freeze a supply. Yea thats not good for you, thats pretty much all sugar, with a bit of fiber (as long as your using whole fruits). As much as I love almond milk, it really isn't that great of a source of protein. Overally, I highly recommend smoothie life! The 6 Healthiest Smoothies and Snacks You Can Get at Jamba Juice, According to a Top Dietitian ... Well+Good decodes and demystifies what it means to live a … TOP POST ABOUT GREAT TIPS FROM A PRO/CHEF. [–]wasabitown 0 points1 point2 points 1 year ago (0 children). ~ Full of essential ingredients that our community thinks are our most important staples ~. [–][deleted] 3 points4 points5 points 1 year ago (4 children). French Toast Crunch. I know green smoothie consumers who put all the vegetables or fruits they eat for their entire day into the smoothie. Its got probiotics, low sugar, and high protein. everyone keeps saying kale. [–]BrotherBringTheSun 10 points11 points12 points 5 years ago (11 children). [–]gregwarriorNutrition and Metabolism major 3 points4 points5 points 5 years ago (3 children). What are the easiest vegetables to digest on your gi system? If you are unsure whether your post would violate these rules or not (surveys, etc. I switched from regular yogurt to skyr. It also states that sucrose used to be the source of what made beverages like soft drinks (sodas for example) sweet, but now HFCS is used because it is sweeter and cheaper to, "make," meaning HFCS is a man made sweetener. Providing it is consumed as part of a healthy and balanced diet and in moderation, an Innocent smoothie won’t be bad for you. But spinach seems ok. Thanks for posting this, I haven't seen it before. [–]xxfnst 0 points1 point2 points 1 year ago (0 children). 4) No blogspam and self-promotion - Don’t submit blocks of text from anything you are affiliated with or links to things you are affiliated with. Thank you! (self.nutrition). But for losing weight, smoothies tend not to be a good choice because they’re liquids. Here is a quote from an article I found to back this up, "fructose occurs naturally, for example, in fruits, vegetables and their juices and honey. HFCS has a mix of fructose and glucose (where regular corn syrup would have just glucose), similar to honey. Fruit smoothies get a bad reputation for their high sugar content. [–]blonderson 0 points1 point2 points 5 years ago (13 children). I also have a vegan supplimental powder that adds a cinnamon flavor to it. Europe and North America sources are listed here. If you have a healthier option, please post that instead of discourse. per cup. Beets are almost as good of a source of sugar as sugarcane. The article I've added below provides reasoning as to why HFCS is a man made product. Wiki - FAQ This is actually a change of habit for me since im usually one to skip breakfast all together, and when I did have time, it was usually cereal. I've heard of people putting kale in them and even cauliflower but it always scares me that it would be overpowering. It really is based off your own personal goals. I was simply pointing out that technically pureed fruit will not keep you satisfied as eating whole fruit. OTHERWISE THE REPORTED POST OR COMMENT MIGHT NOT BE SEEN FOR A WHILE. HFCS is made by adding an isomerase enzyme to corn syrup, changing some of the glucose into fructose. [–]Poba86 0 points1 point2 points 1 year ago (3 children). probably best had a couple of times a week when a more solid breakfast isn't possible, and concentrate on good ingredients. Fructose may be shown as a contributor to fatty liver disease, but in small amounts fructose is not an issue as stated previously. [–]Oh_LovelyAllisonMS Nutritionist & Clinical Nutritionist 3 points4 points5 points 5 years ago (11 children). Flair Request Post I've heard PB is good. Please and thank you... especially because I do not appreciate negativity in general seeing as i'm an optimist not a pessimist. If your parents /aunts/friends/siblings cook ask them to show you some easy stuff. If someone (e.g. [–]willdabeast99[S] 0 points1 point2 points 1 year ago (2 children). use the following search parameters to narrow your results: We're pleased to share Leanne Brown's FREE cookbook featuring low-cost, healthy recipes using ingredients you probably already have. You are on the right track! I wonder if it really matters eating it at once vs throughout the day. It depends what you mean by healthy. This is my opinion, but I also do keto, so I am little biased when it comes to carbs and the health benefits. I use frozen kale and it helps thicken the shake a bit (I also add additional ice). [–]Nomeii 0 points1 point2 points 1 year ago (0 children). If you're drinking smoothies as a healthy option, it's definitely best to skip this chain. You can also get a small portable blender for $20. [–][deleted] 0 points1 point2 points 5 years ago (0 children). [–][deleted] 0 points1 point2 points 5 years ago (1 child), [–]DaB0mb0 0 points1 point2 points 5 years ago (0 children). The smoothie with 1 peeled kiwi, 1C of frozen unsweetened strawberries and the mango nectar came to be 151 calories. **FREE NUTRITIONAL ANALYSIS FOR YOUR RECIPES, HOW TO FEED A FAMILY OF 4 FOR A WEEK ON $26 WITH A GROCERY LIST AND MEAL PLANS, CHART FOR DETERMINING WHEN BEST TIME TO BUY FRUITS/VEGETABLES As part of a healthy diet, smoothies can play an excellent contribution to good health. Depending on the brand or flavor, it might taste different or bitter. Yeah that's very high sugar. Because the fruit juice will make you fat. One of the quickest and easiest ways to refuel after a long run or tough workout is whipping up a smoothie. Just frozen fruit blended up with a little milk. Be aware that the more relevant information you add, the more relevant the answers you receive will be. It's just important to realize how much you're consuming. Thought nectar was just fruit essence, [–]duckrun 1 point2 points3 points 5 years ago (1 child). Here are the best vegetables to toss in the blender for a good-tasting smoothie. Reddit. I feel like if you find a good supplement to add to your smoothie it makes the sugar and calories worth it. Also the only way sugar would be bad for you is if you take in all that energy and don't use it. Hateful or abusive comments or repeated incivility will result in a temporary or permanent ban at the discretion of the moderation team. Use of this site constitutes acceptance of our User Agreement and Privacy Policy. I do fruit smoothies with spinach, plain greek yogurt, and coconut water. While we encourage new content we also want the bloggers and people who just post external links to interact with the community. Wiki - Suggested Media I find that a strange attitude. If OP wants to reduce sugar, beets are not good. The problem with smoothies is that not only are you getting a lot of sugar, you're getting it really fast. But while smoothies may sound like a healthy treat, sometimes theyre anything but. The flavors of the fruit are much more powerful than the flavors of greens, and the entire thing will just taste like a fruit smoothie. As far as equipment, I got my little Ninja on sale for around $55 on amazon and it's one where the blender jar becomes the cup (it comes with a flip lid). Does the soluble fiber not still form a gel that prevents the sugar from being quickly absorbed in the small intestine? Wiki - Research post format info And no, one smoothie isn't "undoing" all your work at the gym, but be aware of the calories you're putting into the smoothie. But having more than one serving or adding sugar can contribute to weight gain. [–]MikeyBGeek[S] 1 point2 points3 points 5 years ago (1 child). I can taste kale and spinach, but find chard tasteless. Anyone who is not able to verify their user flair status when asked to do so, may be banned. And, while you’re making a healthy choice, your smoothie might not be as balanced as it could be. Smoothies with berries can be healthy. Lots of fiber from veggies and water from fruit help keep me going because they sit on the stomach so lightly, unlike a lot of meat. [–]chulbert 0 points1 point2 points 5 years ago (4 children). edit - woops! it’s recommended to have 5 servings of fruit per day, so I’m guessing that the amount of sugar is fine for most people. I guess i could try the kale thing. If a smoothie is the only way you're going to get fruits and vegetables into your diet, don't go overboard and watch out for added sugars. [–]Adolf_ 0 points1 point2 points 5 years ago (0 children). Again, I'm providing a source for back-up: http://hyperphysics.phy-astr.gsu.edu/hbase/organic/sugar.html. [–]filemeaway 2 points3 points4 points 1 year ago (0 children). Why do so many American foods feel the need to add sugar/corn syrup to so many packaged foods? Are smoothies actually good for you?Ask ECAH (self.EatCheapAndHealthy). CHART FOR DETERMINING WHEN BEST TIME TO BUY FRUITS/VEGETABLES, Separate chart for Texas and shopping from the Rio Grande Valley. The sugar content doesn't really matter to me a while bunch so I was just seeing if that's the real only reason they'd be bad. [–]ASlowBee 0 points1 point2 points 5 years ago (0 children). Theyre refreshingly cool, come in fun, fruity flavors, and are served with a straw. 7) No posts from brand new or negative karma accounts - Brand new accounts will not be able to make new posts in this subreddit. Before posting, please read the subreddit rules, check the FAQ, and search for other posts on the topic. The only thing that stuck out to me in your recipe was the mango nectar. I'd also like to point out that HFCS is only in processed fruits AND processed fruits are a different topic all together. Participants in this subreddit have a variety of dietary requirements and beliefs. My little blender can't handle veggies, and I end up with a fruit smoothie with kale leaves only torn into maybe four pieces. Basically any green/healthy smoothie CAN taste good with a little pineapple juice. For me, nutrition is not a one sided story, certain diets work better for others and generally its up to the individual to decide which one they want to do. [–]ThisisDanRather 0 points1 point2 points 5 years ago (0 children). Being a jerk fan of a diet or a jerk anti-diet fan is not okay. This way we benefit from fibers as well. I also do not see that you are a dietitian or nutrition science student? ), message the mods first. [–]Oh_LovelyAllisonMS Nutritionist & Clinical Nutritionist 0 points1 point2 points 5 years ago (2 children). Regardless, I don't think the evidence supports that whole fruits, whether eaten whole or pureed can cause the health problems that generally is caused by eating high glycemic foods. US companies which produce nectars include California based Kern's. Submissions of links using link tracking services will lead to an instant ban. This means you won’t get so much of the sudden surge of sugar (then the potential crash) you can get from normal smoothie drinks. Email. Its typically a tall cup of frozen strawberries, 1 banana, and mango nectar. It says 53 kcal of "energy." view in app. If that doesn't sound good to you, just try it. Learn how to cook some basics NOW. Here are low-carb smoothie recipes that are ketogenic-approved. Currently Im reading the work of Loren Cordain, and even he suggests plenty of veggies and fruits to supplement meat. 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