07 Apr Smoothies for Everyday Nourishment
Years of research have revealed than an increasing number of adults and children are eating too much and exercising too little. In most industrialized countries, obesity is being linked to numerous health problems. It is one of the most prevalent epidemics related to overeating and a lack of exercise. Excess weight stresses the skeletal system and many organs and organ systems.
While most people have a wide variety of food choices, refined foods, soft drinks and sugary treats often outnumber fresh fruits and vegetables by a wide margin. And when we choose a healthier entrée, it’s often double the amount we require to maintain a healthy weight.
Both the National Cancer Institute and the National Institutes of Health recommend eating a minimum of five fresh fruits and vegetables daily. The National Foundation for Cancer Research endorses and even greater amount of 5-9 servings of fresh fruits and vegetables daily. Unfortunately, people of all ages find it difficult to eat even the minimum amount.
The Ultra Smoothie® is a powdered nutritional whole food supplement that can be mixed with coconut water, almond milk, fruit, vegetables or whole grains to make a nutrient dense shake that contains many essential macro- and micronutrients needed for good health:
- Provides highly-bioavailable nutrients
- Supports a healthy cardiovascular system
- Encourages healthy nervous system function
- Delivers strong antioxidant protection to promote cellular health
- Supports healthy digestive system function
- Supports healthy liver function
- Optimizes hormone balance for women and men