We all know that eating green, leafy vegetables and having regular doses of fruits in our diet is important for health.  But for me, the thought of sitting down to eat a salad each day is just not appealing.  Unfortunately, that meant that I was not regularly eating enough fruits and veggies.

Several months ago, I finally asked Carmen what in the world was in the green smoothie that she drinks at the clinic every day.  Spinach, banana, water, and a handful of frozen fruit.  Hmmm.  Still not appealing.  But, I have to admit, that once I tried her Greenie, I was hooked.  What an easy way to get your fruits and veggies!

Since then, Carmen, Dr. Abbie, and myself have started drinking Greenies daily.  We all have a different mix.  Most are delicious.  Some.....are not...  Here are a few combos that we've tried and loved:

Carmen's mix:
Handful of spinach
10 oz water
1 banana
handful of frozen fruit
Blend and then liquefy

Dr. Abbie's mix:
Handful of spinach
10 oz water
1 banana
handful of pineapple

Dr. Lindsey's fruit mix:
Handful of spinach
1 banana
handful of mango
1 apple
10 strawberries

Dr. Lindsey's veggie mix:
Handful of spinach
1 cucumber
1 green pepper
1 banana
1 apple
Honey to taste

I have tried replacing the spinach with swiss chard from my garden, but I can't say it tastes as nice.  There's just something about the chard that makes you not feel quite as happy about drinking veggies. 

These are a great way to start your morning or take a batch to work for a mid-afternoon pick me up.  Either way, it's an easy delicious way to get a good dose of fruits and veggies