Snack Switch: Fruit Smoothie
By: Ellie Krieger, MS, RD
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We know how hard it is to fight cravings, so indulge them, but with healthier yet flavorful choices!
Instead of: Bottled, store-bought fruit smoothie
Have this: Homemade smoothie made with fruit, milk, and yogurt
How it tastes: Creamy, frothy, and ultra satisfying -- like a milkshake!
Why the switch: Store-bought fruit smoothies are usually oversized (even the seemingly small ones) and can run you more than 600 calories! Most also contain only fruit and fruit juice -- and no protein. If you make your smoothie at home you can fill a sensible 12-ounce glass and get the energy-sustaining protein and richness from milk and yogurt, not to mention the calcium and Vitamin D. Plus, you'll save money and lots of calories!
To learn more about Ellie Krieger, MS, RD -- New York Times bestselling author and host of Food Network’s Healthy Appetite -- go to www.elliekrieger.com.
For more of Ellie Krieger's recipes, eat-smart advice, and tips, check out her Kaboose column, Great Food, Healthy Family.
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