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Maintaining an ideal weight is important for the overall health of the body. It reduces the risk of several diseases like diabetes, joint problems, and heart attacks. However, due to our busy schedules and unhealthy eating habits, most of us have gained extra weight. But by following a healthy diet and doing a little exercise, our desired weight can be achieved.
A perfect diet for weight loss contains nutrient-rich foods with low calories, like seasonal fruits and greens. Drinking smoothies is another way to incorporate a variety of nutrient-rich foods into one glass. Made with milk (prefer low-fat or almond milk), yoghurt (including vegan options), nuts, seeds, and various other healthy food items, these drinks keep you full for a long time and hence help reduce calorie intake.
If you are also trying to lose weight, here are five smoothies that can become part of your weight-loss journey. These smoothies are perfect for any time of the day, but for best results, add them to your breakfast or enjoy them as a post-workout drink.
Peach Pineapple Smoothie
Total time: 5 minutes.
Servings-2
Ingredients
- ½ cup frozen chopped pineapple (very ripe)
- ½ cup frozen chopped peaches
- ¾ cup low-fat milk
- ½ teaspoons of orange zest
- Nuts and fruits for garnish
Method
- Put the frozen pineapple, frozen peaches, milk, and zest in the food processor and blend until smooth.
- Divide the smoothie into two large glasses.
- Garnish with your favourite fruits and nuts. Serve immediately.
Cucumber-Spinach Smoothie
Total Time: 5 minutes
Servings-1
Ingredients
- 1 cup baby spinach
- ½ cup cucumber
- ½ cup curd
- A handful of mint leaves
- A pinch of rock salt
- ¼ teaspoon jeera powder
- ½ teaspoon lemon juice
Method
- Gather all the ingredients.
- Place them in a blender, toss in the ice cubes, and blend till smooth.
- Pour into a glass and serve immediately.
Papaya Smoothie
Total Time: 5 minutes
Servings-2
Ingredients
- 1 cup papaya (chopped)
- 1 teaspoon flax seeds (ground)
- Water as required
- Some ice cubes
Method
- Take a mixer jar and add papaya, some crushed ice, and ground flaxseed with a little water.
- Combine them together and process for about 30 seconds, or until smooth and frosty.
- Transfer to glasses and serve immediately.
Carrot Summer Smoothie
Total Time: 10 minutes
Servings-2
Ingredients
- 1 cup of chopped carrot
- 1 cup of mango
- 1 cup of pineapple
- 1 cup of strawberries
- 1/4 cup plain Greek yoghurt
- 1/2 cup unsweetened soy milk
- 1 tablespoon of chia seeds
Method
- Add all the ingredients to a blender.
- Blend until smooth.
- Pour it into a glass and enjoy.
Cherry-Berry Oatmeal Smoothie
Total Time: 15 minutes
Servings-3
Ingredients
- ½ cup water
- ⅓ cup rolled oats
- ½ cup light almond milk
- ¾ cup fresh strawberries, partially thawed
- ½ cup fresh dark sweet cherries, partially thawed
- 1 to 2 tablespoons almond butter
- 1 tablespoon honey
- ½ cup small ice cubes
Method
- In a medium bowl, combine the water and oats. Microwave for 1 minute. Stir in 1/4 cup of the milk. Microwave for 30 to 50 seconds more, or until oats are very tender. Cool for 5 minutes.
- In a blender, combine the oat mixture, the remaining 1/4 cup milk, and the next four ingredients.
- Cover and blend until smooth, scraping the container as needed. Add ice cubes, cover, and blend until smooth. If desired, top each serving with additional fruit. Serve.
