Summer is a fabulous time for all the amazing things life has to offer, like hikes, BBQ’s, beaches and camping. To make sure that you are protecting your body from all the extra fun you’re having, it’s important to get your daily dose of phytonutrients and antioxidants from your food.
You see, all the extra sunshine, food, and alcohol, can add to your free radical damage load.
What does that mean? It means that your cells can get damaged and lead to premature aging of the skin, and all your other organs.
Phytonutrients help the body in many ways:
• Protect against free radical damage caused by toxins, UV Rays and daily bodily functions
• Support our immune system and healthy digestive function
• Provide anti-inflammatory effects which leads to less pain in the body
• Protect our liver from free radical damage induced by toxins like alcohol and pesticides
• Help to balance our hormonal function for optimal energy and weight management
To get your daily dose, make sure to fill up on your vegetables (aim for 8-10 servings of non-starchy vegetables like cucumbers, greens, and celery, and 2-3 servings of other vegetables like beets and sweet potatoes) and 3-4 servings of fruit.
And what’s more fun than getting your fruit in with cooling popsicles?? YUM!
I added in an extra dose of phytonutrient support with my favourite superfood blend (greens + vegan O by Genuine Health) because it gives you a full spectrum of 23 phytonutrients per serving. Amazing.
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And make sure to try the recipe below and share with friends!
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| Prep Time | 10 |
| Passive Time | 4-6 hours |
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- 1 cup unsweetened coconut milk canned
- 1 banana
- 1 cup pineapple chopped
- 8 leaves fresh mint
- 2 Tbsp lime juice
- 1 scoop vegan greens+ O by Genuine Health
- 1/2 cup unsweetened coconut milk canned
- 1 banana
Ingredients
Pineapple Layer
Green Layer
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- First make your yellow layer by combining all ingredients in your blender and blending until smooth. Pour your mixture into Popsicle molds and stick them in the freezer for 20 minutes.
- Make your second layer by combining greens+ vegan O superfood with coconut milk and banana. Pour on top of the yellow layer and stick your Popsicle sticks in.
- Freeze for a minimum of 4-6 hours - depending on the size of your molds. Enjoy!