Breakfasts to Brighten Your Day
Instead of downing a cup of coffee and a doughnut on those why not try a healthful protein-rich shake that's brimming over with energizing nutrients like the B vitamins, vitamin E, iron, magnesium, potassium and zinc.
This tasty smoothie, which makes a great snack for children and grownups alike, comes from Food & Mood by Elizabeth Somer, M.A., R.D. (Henry Holt & Co.).
1/2 cup low-fat plain yogurt
1/2 banana, sliced
3/4 cup orange juice
1 1/2 Tbs. peanut butter
1/2 cup chopped peeled apple
1/4 cup wheat germ
Optional: 1/2 tsp. cinnamon
1 tsp. vanilla extract
Grated lemon peel & ice cubes
Process ingredients in a blender until creamy.
Or, if you prefer a tangier nutrient cocktail, try this antioxidant-rich combo which is high in vitamin C and the full range of carotenoids thought to protect the cells from free radical damage:
2 medium carrots
1 celery stalk
1/2 red bell pepper
1/2 apple
2 Tbs. chopped fresh parsley
1/2 large tomato
Optional: 1 garlic clove
1 green onion
dash of cayenne
Put all the ingredients in a juicer and process until smooth.
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