Losing weight has been a headache issue for many people. For some, going to the gym and do extreme exercises are the best way. However, those are not enough because how you consume foods also takes great responsibility in your weight loss process.
Therefore, try your best to consume fewer calories while burning more in order to effectively lose weight. One excellent method for this is to make smoothies which will provide you with low calorie but numerous nutrients.
Smoothies are extraordinary drinks which are mixtures of fresh veggies and fruits. Not only do they possess the aforementioned benefits, but they also give you a lot of antioxidant components. Therefore, no wonder why famous nutritionists create many weight loss smoothie recipes.
Green Smoothies
Green Smoothies are considered to have a small number of calories, and they are decent in nutrients.
#1. Tomatillo Zinger Smoothie
Purdue University’s researchers found that cayenne pepper increases the number of calories a person burned as the raises body temperature. However, if you cannot find cayenne pepper, you can use other chilies as well because they have the same effect. Besides, when having them with meals, you may suppress appetite.
Ingredients
- 1 pinch cayenne
- 2 husked tomatillos
- 1 and 1/2 oz baby spinach
- 1 lime
- 2 roma plum tomatoes
- 1 cup of water
- 1 cup of ice
#2. Green Warrior Smoothie
Green Warrior is an outstanding weight loss smoothie because it just contains 309 calories and has a lot of protein as well as fiber. Most of its ingredients are antioxidant and inflammation-fighting, so, obviously, Green Warrior will not only be one of your weight loss smoothies, but it is also your guardian protecting you from aging.
Ingredients
- 3/4 cup of nonfat Greek yogurt
- 1/4 cup of pomegranate juice
- 1/2 cup of green grapes
- 1/2 cup of pineapple pieces
- 1 cup of spinach
- 1 inch of fresh ginger, peeled
- 1/8 cup of lightly salted Pistachios
- 4 ice cubes
#3. Pineapple-Avocado Smoothie
This smoothie contains a lot of healthy fatty acids, healthy sugar, protein, fiber, and essential vitamins such as A, B, C, E, K, . Unlike many other smoothies, Pineapple-Avocado smoothie will make your fullness last longer. And like any green smoothies, it does help you fight against aging with antioxidant components.
Ingredients
- 1 handful of spinach
- 1/2 peeled avocado
- 1/2 banana
- 1 inch of peeled ginger
- 1 drop of liquid stevia
- 1 cup of pineapple
- 1 teaspoon of hemp seeds
1 and 1/2 cup of coconut milk - 5 ice cubes
Energetic Smoothies
The energetic smoothies will give you a lasting feeling of fullness and a quite decent amount of protein. Therefore, if you want to reduce carbs and you cannot cope with the coming hunger, go for energetic weight loss smoothies.
#1. Orange Creamsicle Protein Shake
The protein and fiber in this smoothie will slow down the digestion process and send satiety signals to your brain. Besides, with the chemical effects of oranges and honey, you will always feel young.
Ingredients
- 1/4 cup of orange juice
- 1/2 medium frozen banana
- 1/2 cup of almond milk
- 1 scoop of whey protein
- 1/2 tablespoon honey
- 3-5 ice cubes
#2. Peaches and Cream Oatmeal Smoothie
The best time to drink this energetic weight loss smoothie is during breakfast. It is full of protein and essential nutrients. With oatmeal, it can reduce cholesterol level dramatically.
Ingredients
- 1 cup of frozen sliced peach
- 1 cup of yogurt
- ¼ cup of oatmeal
- ¼ teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup of almond milk
- 2-3 ice cubes
#3. Coffee Protein Smoothie
Having a cup of coffee during breakfast will help you stay alert during the day. Besides, coffee contains a large amount of antioxidant and anti-inflammatory components. Many people try to skip breakfast in order to lose weight; however, this behavior will only lead to dizziness and reduce work efficiency. Instead of skipping the meal, you can try to have a coffee protein smoothie. Then, you can feel wide awake and have enough energy for at least in the morning.
Ingredients
- 3/4 cup of blended coconut-almond milk
- 1 cup of regular coffee or cold decaf
- 1 cup of frozen banana chunks
- 2 tablespoon peanut butter powder
- 1 scoop of cacao
- 2 ice cubes
#4. Coconut Mango Smoothie
Besides Peaches and Cream Oatmeal Smoothie as well as Coffee Protein Smoothie, this delicious Coconut Mango Smoothie is a perfect breakfast option. In addition to mango and coconut, chia seeds add extra protein and nutritions to the energetic weight loss drink.
Before making the smoothie, soak the chia seeds and leave it in the fridge for at least 8 hours (or overnight). This will help the seeds expand better.
Ingredients
- 1 cup of Coconut milk or Almond milk
- 2 tablespoons Chia seeds
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ cup of frozen chopped organic mango
- ½ teaspoon flaked coconut
Detox Smoothies
#1. Kale Smoothie
Kale is considered one of the “superfoods”, which come with a large number of essential nutrients, minerals, and vitamins. In other words, Kale is thought to be one of the most nutritious plants in the world
Although Kale is excellent for health, many people cannot stand the strong tastes of it. However, when being combined with other ingredients, its taste will be faded and it can be easier to take in. Keep in mind that before put it into the blender, cut and leave the stems out because they are very bitter.
Ingredients
- ⅔ cup of unsweetened almond milk
- ¾ cup of ice
- 1 and ½ cups of chopped kale
- 1 stalk chopped celery
- ½ red/green chopped apple
- 1 tablespoon ground flaxseeds
- 1 teaspoon honey (optional)
#2. Mint Persian Smoothie
Mint Persian Smoothie contains three ingredients that are rich in Vitamin C, fiber and anti-inflammatory components - limes, pear, and cucumbers. And with other ingredients, they eventually create a low calorie drink which provides a weight loss and gentle detox for your body.
Ingredients
- 1 and 1/2 oz baby spinach
- 1 juiced lime
- 1 mini cucumber
- 1 chopped pear
- 1 bunch of mint
- 1 cup of ice
- 1 cup of water
#3. Lemon Ginger Smoothie
Lemon and Ginger will add flavors to your morning. Lemon has a lot of citric acid, which support your digestive system and weight loss. In alternative medicine, ginger is also well-known to improve digestion. There is another ingredient in the smoothie called Spirulina. This ingredient is high in Chlorophyll which is known to remove toxins out of the body.
Ingredients
- 1 chopped cucumber
- 1 chopped apple
- 1/2 juiced meyer lemon
- 1/2 inch of ginger
- 1 teaspoon spirulina
- 1/2 cup of water
- 1 cup of ice