Smoothies are delicious, but they can also provide health benefits:
- Calcium - By using milk, soy milk (make sure the label says “with added calcium”) yogurt, or frozen yogurt, you are getting an excellent source of calcium. Calcium is an important mineral your body needs to help keep your bones and teeth strong. This mineral is especially important while you are still growing.
- Vitamin C - By adding fresh or frozen fruits and 100% fruit juice, you are adding vitamin C to your diet. Vitamin C is important in helping to keep you from getting sick. Fruits highest in Vitamin C are: oranges, strawberries, grapefruit, kiwi, watermelon, and mangoes.
- Protein - By using dairy products such as milk, soy milk, yogurt and frozen yogurt in your smoothies, you are also adding protein to your diet. Protein helps build and repair muscles to keep you strong.
