Thursday, May 31, 2012

Mommie-To-Be Smoothie Recipe

NUTRITION CORNER: 

We stress good nutrition for everyone, but it's especially important for expectant mothers.  This nutritious smoothie helps meet the needs of your body and your baby's development.

Here are some of the key nutrients and the recipe to follow:  Spinach for FOLATE (Folic Acid) is needed for blood formation, building body cells and help prevent neural tube defects in the fetus, like Spina Bifida.  Milk & Yogurt for CALCIUM which is needed for bone growth and teeth formation.  Berries for VITAMIN C & IRON.  Iron helps prevent anemia and is necessary for blood formation.  Flax Seeds for OMEGA-3 Oils which help with your baby's brain development. 


Mommie-To-Be Smoothie (2 servingshealthy food heart)
  • 1 cup low-fat milk*
  • 1/3 cup yogurt 
  • 2 tsp. flax seeds 
  • 1 banana, sliced
  • 1 cup strawberries, blackberries or a blend 
  • 1 handful spinach leaves 
*you may substitute soy or almond milk for a non-dairy version

Directions

  1. Place all ingredients in a blender.   
  2. Cover & blend until smooth.  (Adjust liquid as necessary by adding more milk or filtered water.) 
  3. Pour into glasses and enjoy!

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