Wellness with Vanessa

Day 14: New beginnings

Of all the juices and smoothies my favorite are the green drinks. They are an acquired taste, but I feel the best after them and have learned to love them. It wasn’t always this way. Over 10 years ago I started with super sweet drinks that I called smoothies but they were shakes made with soy, sugary fruits and no veggies. I’ve learned to love the foods that love me back over time I still enjoy a date-almond smoothie for dessert from time to time, but I drink a lot more of the greens now.

New Beginnings Green Drink
1 handful greens
1/2 cucumber
1 piece of seasonal fruit- such as nectarine, apple or pear
1/2 lemon
5 mint leaves
1/2 cup water (optional)

You can blend or juice this one.