London – Arabstoday
Chia seeds are the super food of the moment, not only do they keep you feeling full for ages, together with yogurt and tofu in this yummy smoothie, they provide calcium, iron and protein to protect and maintain cell membranes that support skin as it ages. Blueberries are packed full of vitamins and phytonutrients, and the kick of agave nectar gives it a natural sweetness that won’t send your blood-sugar level sky-rocketing and cause complexion micro-inflammations. Perfect for a morning pick-me-up. Ingredients: ¼ cup fresh or frozen strawberries ½ cup fresh or frozen blueberries 1 orange, peeled and pits removed 1 ripe banana ½ cup fat-free plain yogurt ½ cup extra firm Silken tofu 2 tablespoons chia seeds 1 teaspoon agave nectar