Spinach, Spring & Smoothies Healthy combination

Yes it’s true that spinach is available all year round but its at its peak and in season during spring from the months of March to June.

Spinach is an excellent source of vitamin K, vitamin A, vitamin C and folic acid as well as being a good source of manganese, magnesium, iron and vitamin B2. Spinach also contains Vitamin K which is very important for maintaining bone health. And yes, Spinach is also important for healthy skin & hair.

Additionally, health benefits from spinach include improving blood glucose control in diabetics, lowering the risk of cancer, lowering blood pressure, lowering the risk of developing asthma and much more. Follow Spotlife Asia for the latest news and updates.

After giving all the facts and useful information about spinach it’s best to leave you with some great smoothie recipes that bring Spring and Spinach together. Yes you heard it right smoothies made out of spinach are a unique and healthy blend of delight.

Banana & Spinach Smoothie:
– Half a ripe banana
– 1 cup skim milk
– Fresh baby spinach (2 large handful or as much as you want)
Toss it all in the blender with a couple of ice cubes and drink away.

Spinach with Blueberry Avocado:
– 1 cup fresh blueberries
– 1/2 ripe avocado
– 1 banana
– 2 full cups of spinach (make a mountain, more the better)
– 1 cup water
– 1 cup ice
– 1 tbsp agave (honey or sugar can be replaced)

Spinach with Cucumber, Apple & Ginger:
– 1 small cucumber
– Large handful of spinach
– 1 apple
– 1 tbsp ginger
– Freshly squeezed lime juice
– 1 tbsp honey
– 1 cup water

Dessert Spinach Smoothie:
– 2 cups of spinach
– 1 cup unsweetened almond milk
– 1 cup water
– 1/2 avocado
– 1 scoop chocolate protein powder
– 1/4 cup fresh mint
– 1 tbsp dark chocolate chips
– 1 tsp honey
– 1 cup Ice

Enjoy Spinachalisious Smoothies this Spring!

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