Masters of Health Magazine July 2018 | Page 15

Whether you are a student or working adult, growing child or senior, breakfast is the most important meal of the day. What you consume for breakfast (breaking the fast) determines how well your blood glucose/sugar levels maintain throughout the day. This, in turn, is a major factor in how well your

weight and body shape is maintained.

Since it is mid-summer in the northern hemisphere and mid-winter in the southern hemisphere, a variety of ‘Breakfast Smoothie’ recipes (titles shown below) are provided for this Masters of Health issue. To view the recipes simply click on each corresponding link.

The benefits of these ‘Breakfast Smoothies’ can be enjoyed in both summer or winter. In warm weather, simply prepare these recipes with room temperature water. In cold weather, simply prepare them with hot, boiled water. The added fruit will make the temperature just right. Either way, the taste is delicious. In addition, they are loaded with quality protein, fiber, vitamins minerals,

enzymes, and phytonutrients, including antioxidant and anti-inflammatory

properties.

Rejuvenate yourself with these ‘Breakfast Smoothies’ several times a week. They are quick and easy to prepare and don’t require any cooking. Also, they are gluten-free, sugar-free, and suitable for vegetarians and vegans.

Below are ‘Breakfast Smoothies’ that can be served either cool or warm. They are suitable for blood type O. The Blueberry, Cherry, Fig, and Peachy Smoothies are suitable for blood type A, without the banana.

Click on the links below.

Blueberry Banana Protein Smoothie

Cherry Banana Protein Smoothie

Fig Fruity Protein Smoothie

Mango Banana Protein Smoothie

Peachy Banana Protein Smoothie