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How to make a healthy yummy berry smoothie

How to make a berry smoothie

We all know we need to eat at least five portions of fruit or vegetables a day as part of a healthy diet. This is to increase the amount of dietary fibre, vitamins and antioxidants in the body. However, many of us struggle to get a recommended daily intake of fresh fruit and veggies.  

Delcious berry smoothie to make at home

As long as you?re not adding extra sugar to your smoothie, it makes for a great healthy start to your day ? or a  delicious snack.  

Delcious berry smoothie to make at home

Whatever your tastes, there’s a smoothie for you. This berry blend can be adjusted with your choice of berries and what is seasonably available.

Ingredients for a berry delight smoothie

  • 1 banana
  • 1 cup berries (strawberry, raspberry or blueberries)
  • ? cup fresh fruit juice of your choice (apple works well)
  • ? cup yoghurt
  • ? cup ice
  • 1 tablespoon honey or 4 pitted dates
  • Optional: chia seeds, flax seeds or fresh mint

How to make a berry smoothie

  • Cut the bananas into smaller chunks or slices.
  • Add the banana, berries, juice, yoghurt, ice and honey (or dates) to a blender.
  • Blend all the ingredients until the mixture is a smooth, thick consistency.