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\"berryPower_feat\"Blueberries are power-packed with phytochemicals<\/strong>, studied for their possible anti-cancer, anti-neurodegenerative, and anti-inflammatory qualities. These little berries contain 14% of the recommended daily value of fiber and almost 25% of the daily value of Vitamin C for a one cup serving. They have the most antioxidants of any fruit. They can be a good health boost for your kids at school and a great pick-me-up alternative to coffee for your workday.<\/p>\n

Here is our favorite antioxidant-charged blueberry smoothie:<\/p>\n

Berrykale Fairytale Smoothie<\/strong>
\n(Serves 2)<\/p>\n

Ingredients:
\n1 cup blueberries
\n2 cups water, any milk\/soymilk, or any juice (take your pick!)
\n2 kale leaves
\n1 banana<\/em><\/p>\n

Directions:<\/p>\n

    \n
  1. Put half the liquid in blender. <\/li>\n
  2. Wash fresh blueberries under cold running water, put in blender. Blend together with the liquid.<\/li>\n
  3. Soak kale in basin of soapy water for a few minutes, move around to agitate, rinse each leaf under running water. Repeat washing process; add to blender.<\/li>\n
  4. Add banana and remaining liquid, blend again until smooth. <\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    Note:<\/p>\n

      \n
    • With this ratio, you can\u2019t taste the kale! Kid and husband approved.<\/li>\n
    • Washing veggies and fruits and checking for bugs is a requirement in Jewish law. When blending in a smoothie, one must still wash with soap and water and agitate, however in this case it is unnecessary to check the kale against a light source as one would do if eating as is.<\/li>\n
    • For a chillier summer treat, use frozen bananas and blueberries (it\u2019s easy to peel bananas and store in the freezer, both for smoothies and to eat as popsicles).<\/li>\n
    • We do this step-by-step blending process in a lower quality blender for a smoother ride. High quality blender? Throw it all in at once and blend for a tasty, healthy smoothie.<\/li>\n

      (adapted from wholeliving.com)<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

      Blueberries are power-packed with phytochemicals, studied for their possible anti-cancer, anti-neurodegenerative, and anti-inflammatory qualities. These little berries contain 14% of the recommended daily value of fiber and almost 25% of the daily value of Vitamin C for a one cup serving. They have the most antioxidants of any fruit. 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