Mixed Berry Smoothie

Lately, I’ve been going crazy for smoothies. I love that you can have them anytime of the day and that there are a million different flavors to try. They are also so easy to make and you can take them almost anywhere.

My favorite smoothie for the summer has been a mixed berry smoothie. To make this fruity drink, all you need is a small bag of frozen mixed berries, your choice of frozen yogurt or sherbet, and milk. I found frozen bags of mixed berries at our local grocery store that make 2-3 smoothies and are only $2. I use pineapple sherbet to make any fruit smoothie because it makes the drink tart, but you can’t actually taste the pineapple. 

Once you have the ingredients together, put them in a blinder. I don’t use exact measurements when making smoothies; I just add ingredients until it suits me. Blend the ingredients for about a minute on medium and half a minute on a faster setting for a very smooth smoothie.

After blending, you will have a pretty purple smoothie drink that is full of flavor.

Peanut Butter-Banana Sandwiches

My new favorite lunch item is a peanut butter-banana sandwich. It is so easy to make and has a lot of nutritional value.

To make one of these creamy sandwiches, you will need two pieces of bread, peanut butter, and one banana. Put as much peanut butter as you want on one piece of bread. Next, slice the banana. Put the banana slices on the peanut butter, and then you have your sandwich. I only put half of the banana slices on the sandwich, and I eat the other half as I eat my lunch.

I love peanut butter-banana sandwiches because they taste good, but they are also very healthy. Peanut butter is packed full of protein, micronutrients, and fiber. Protein keeps you energized and fiber helps you maintain healthy levels of blood cholesterol and blood sugar. The micronutrients found in peanut butter are beneficial to skin, contain antioxidants and iron, and can lower the risk of cancer and cardiovascular diseases. Of course, the less peanut butter has been refined, the more of these health benefits it will have. I found these facts about peanut butter on Peanut-Butter.org.

Bananas are also a wonder food and it is suggested that you eat one a day. Bananas are high in fiber and low in carbs. Also, bananas are high in potassium and FOS, which helps your body absorb nutrients that you need. Bone health, digestive tract health, and the immune system are all promoted by bananas. On top of all that, bananas have been proven to reduce risks of cancer and diabetes. For more information on bananas, go to healthdiaries.com.

Other than the health factors, peanut butter-banana sandwiches are quick and easy to make and fitting for people who need to pack a lunch for work or school. The combination of peanut butter and a banana keeps you well and gives you energy, but is so good that you won’t be forcing yourself to make the healthier choice.