Shake It Up!

We asked Robyn Astl, founder and co-owner of the Faithful To Nature online organic shop, to give us her best (and healthiest) smoothie recipes.

As the sun slowly starts to shine again, now is the perfect time to make these smoothies yourself. Best of all, you don’t have to worry about packing on any undesirable kilos.

Natural Chocolate Smoothie	Ingredients: 3-4 portions of your favourite fruit (for example: 1 apple, 1 banana, 1 kiwi, 2 slices paw paw and berries) 1-2 tsp raw honey 1 x tsp winter cherry 1 x tsp Indian gooseberry 1 x tbsp gogi berries 1 x pinch organic cinnamon As with the Pina Colada Coconut Smoothie, you can add milk and yoghurt, or you can choose to substitute the milk and yoghurt for organic apple juice to complete your smoothie. This smoothie is healthy because… • It contains a mixture of energy-boosting fruit. • Winter cherry is one of the most vital herbs in Ayurvedic medicine. It provides solid immune protection and counteracts the effects of depression and work-related stress. • Indian gooseberries contain natural antioxidants that will detoxify and rejuvenate your body. It is used in Ayurvedic medicine to promote cellular rejuvenation, improve digestion and boost the immune system. • Gogi berries are one of the most well known super foods. They are so rich in nutrients, antioxidants and minerals that the Chinese believe a handful of these herbs each day will result in a strong immune system and longevity.
Coconut Pina Colada Smoothie
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Frulata Smoothie

Author: Lindi Brownell and Robyn Astl