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As an easy way to incorporate nutrients into your daily routine, smoothies are a great tool for weight loss. Plus, since sustainable weight loss requires a well-rounded diet, there’s not one smoothie recipe you need to stay loyal to. Instead, you can incorporate a variety of your favorite recipes into your routine to fulfill different needs. In other words, although they might differ in amount of protein and number of calories, each smoothie recipe can find a place in your diet. With that in mind, keep reading for 3 fat-blasting smoothie recipes you should have every week for weight loss over 40.
Fat-Burning Green Smoothie
What You'll Need: baby spinach, fresh mint leaves, celery, green tea, grapefruit, pineapple, avocado, cayenne pepper
Full Recipe: Simple Green Smoothies
Metabolism-Boosting Blueberry Smoothie
What You'll Need: protein powder, unsweetened almond milk, ice, blueberries, baby spinach, banana, ground flaxseed or chia seeds
Full Recipe: Suburban Simplicity
Vegan Oatmeal Smoothie
What You'll Need: old-fashioned oats, banana, unsweetened almond milk, peanut butter, pure maple syrup, pure vanilla extract, cinnamon, kosher salt
Full Recipe: Well Plated
