3

BackgroundIrsquom passionate about green smoothies because quite frankly they changed my life In my early 20rsquos I began to gain weighthellipand continued to gain weight Not only was I gaining weight I had no energy couldnrsquot focus my skin was an absolute mess with constant breakouts and I was depressed I tried my best to eat what I considered at that time to be a healthy diet When that didnrsquot work I started experimenting with diet pills counting calories amp restricting fat free sugar free raw foods point systems high protein low carbhellipyou name it I tried it It seemed that no matter what I did I still struggled to achieve a body that I was confident in and that I could main-tain Diet pills and counting calories would work for a week or so but inevitably I would always find myself going back to the same old pattern of intense cravings and binging Restricting my calories only lead me to get so hungry that I would binge and yo-yo out of control This pattern continued for many years

It was a really troublesome time for me I felt very out of control with my eating and very ashamed that I couldnrsquot lsquoget it togetherrsquo I couldnrsquot lose weight no matter what I did and I was feeling worse and worse with each passing month I have talked to so many clients who are in exactly the same spot They are trying extremely hard and doing all the lsquoright thingsrsquo yet they are suffering and getting nowhere

4

Finally an AnswerOne of my top secret weapons for weight loss is the Green Smoothie When I started imple-menting the GS into my diet I noticed a significant change immediately My clothes fit better my skin cleared I had so much more energy my mood improved digestion improved and I was sleeping better Another interesting benefit was that I had much more endurance I was running a lot at the time (another one of the things I was trying to do to control my weight) and noticed a HUGE improvement in my workouts

Green Smoothies are a fast easy and delicious way to get a big dose of vitamins and miner-als plus they taste FANTASTIC Minerals are the 1 most important factor in weight loss Itrsquos unfortunate that popular media never discusses minerals and their importance in achieving a healthy body and weight All of the top nutritionist to the stars know this and most Hollywood actresses and models follow a very high Alkaline diet (Alkaline = Mineral containing foods like fruits and vegetables)

Benefits of the Green Smoothie raquo Weight loss

raquo Energy

raquo Improved digestion

raquo Clearer skin

raquo Regular bowel movements

raquo Supports healthy cardiovascular function

raquo Better mood

raquo Stronger hair skin and nails

raquo No more dieting and counting calories

5

Why it WorksThere are a few reasons why the green smoothie works

Minerals amp Vital NutrientsThe Green Smoothie is a great way to easily (and deliciously) integrate a large amount of greens into your diet ndash far more than you could get by eating your fruits and veggies alone A serving of your green smoothie will contain 4+ servings of dark leafy green vegetables and fruit which is more than most people get in a weekhellipsome an entire month Greens and the nutrients we get from green leafy vegetables are crucial in reducing cravings increasing energy boosting the immune system and aiding in weight loss

ldquoGreens also have more valuable nutrients than any other food group on the planet You might be surprised to learn that greens even have high-quality easily-assimilated amino acids ndash

6

enough to build the protein that supports the muscle mass of the mighty greens-eating gorilla which pound-for-pound is the strongest animal on earthrdquo (1)

AbsorptionWhat good are all the nutrients in the world if we canrsquot absorb them Blending plays a crucial role in the bodyrsquos ability to absorb vital nutrients ldquoBy blending foods before eating them you lsquopredigestrsquo them so the body does not have to work to break down the foods and waste unnec-essary energy in digestionrdquo (1)

Our body already has 1000000 other things to do each day Burdening our digestive tract with hard to digest foods like meat dairy processed foods and starches means there is less energy and resources for other vital functions like liver and kidney detox or even just providing us with enough energy to get through the day ldquoNutrients are encased inside plant cells and getting their benefits requires these cellsrsquo walls to be ruptured Greens need to be worked down to a creamy consistency but most people simply donrsquot chew that much Blending addresses this problem helping your body absorb the maximum amount of nutrition from your greensrdquo (1)

Green Smoothies will provide your body with a major influx of vital nutrients that (because of the blending) are readily available and easy to absorb That means more bang for your buck After just one week (some people just one day) you will experience a very noticeable improvement in the way your body feels overall

FiberFiber is an essential nutrient We`ve been told that a diet high in fiber is good for our health as it improves digestion and lowers biomarkers associated with chronic disease Research shows that a high daily intake of fiber can lower the incidence of cardiovascular infectious and respira-tory diseases as well as reduce the risk of death from all-causes Fiber is also an important part of proper digestion and plays a crucial role in our bodyrsquos ability to cleanse waste and toxicity ldquoOngoing cleansing is a critical way to reach your highest potential of health and beauty The Green Smoothie retains all of the fiber of the greens and fruit rather than removing it In nature vegetables and fruit are found with both their fiber and juice intact and we canrsquot improve on nature Fiber is critical for ongoing cleansing by sweeping out toxins on a regular basis helping to keep your digestive tract and body clean and also keeping you more full so that you tend to eat less heavy or acidic foods throughout the dayrdquo (1)

7

CleansingOne of my mentors once said ldquoA cleanse is not a cleanse unless the waste leaves the bodyrdquo What good is any diet if the waste and acidity that is causing problems does not leave the body ldquoHere is the key to understanding detoxification (it is missed by the majority of health and detox enthusiasts) true detoxification only occurs when the waste residue sitting in the body (and the bacteria and yeast with it) leave the bodyrdquo (2) The massive amounts of raw fruits and veg-etables in your green smoothie naturally awaken the built up waste in the system and the fiber helps to sweep it awayhellipa true cleanse So every time you have a good thorough elimination you can imagine all the old acidic waste leaving the body for good It might sound like TMI but it is crucial to our health to properly eliminate waste from our body This equals not only a slim-mer more attractive physique but also more energy clearer skin better moods and just feeling good in your own skin

9

How To Implement Green Smoothies Into Your Daily Routine

You can consume Green Smoothies daily for breakfast as a snacks and even as a meal re-placement if you like Green Smoothies also provide excellent pre and post workout fuel

I recommend consuming around 32 ounces of the Glowing Green Smoothie daily You can have all 32oz at one or split it up into two 16oz servings I highly recommend investing in a Vitamix if you can It is the absolute BEST blender on the planet The Vitamix will provide a rich creamy delicious consistency and will last you years and years Irsquove used mine daily for over 6 years now and it still works like a charm Of course budget is definitely an issue and there are several great budget friendly blenders out there For a list of the brands I recommend please visit httplindawagnernetblogrecommended-productskitchen-appliances

4

Finally an AnswerOne of my top secret weapons for weight loss is the Green Smoothie When I started imple-menting the GS into my diet I noticed a significant change immediately My clothes fit better my skin cleared I had so much more energy my mood improved digestion improved and I was sleeping better Another interesting benefit was that I had much more endurance I was running a lot at the time (another one of the things I was trying to do to control my weight) and noticed a HUGE improvement in my workouts

Green Smoothies are a fast easy and delicious way to get a big dose of vitamins and miner-als plus they taste FANTASTIC Minerals are the 1 most important factor in weight loss Itrsquos unfortunate that popular media never discusses minerals and their importance in achieving a healthy body and weight All of the top nutritionist to the stars know this and most Hollywood actresses and models follow a very high Alkaline diet (Alkaline = Mineral containing foods like fruits and vegetables)

Benefits of the Green Smoothie raquo Weight loss

raquo Energy

raquo Improved digestion

raquo Clearer skin

raquo Regular bowel movements

raquo Supports healthy cardiovascular function

raquo Better mood

raquo Stronger hair skin and nails

raquo No more dieting and counting calories

5

Why it WorksThere are a few reasons why the green smoothie works

Minerals amp Vital NutrientsThe Green Smoothie is a great way to easily (and deliciously) integrate a large amount of greens into your diet ndash far more than you could get by eating your fruits and veggies alone A serving of your green smoothie will contain 4+ servings of dark leafy green vegetables and fruit which is more than most people get in a weekhellipsome an entire month Greens and the nutrients we get from green leafy vegetables are crucial in reducing cravings increasing energy boosting the immune system and aiding in weight loss

ldquoGreens also have more valuable nutrients than any other food group on the planet You might be surprised to learn that greens even have high-quality easily-assimilated amino acids ndash

6

enough to build the protein that supports the muscle mass of the mighty greens-eating gorilla which pound-for-pound is the strongest animal on earthrdquo (1)

AbsorptionWhat good are all the nutrients in the world if we canrsquot absorb them Blending plays a crucial role in the bodyrsquos ability to absorb vital nutrients ldquoBy blending foods before eating them you lsquopredigestrsquo them so the body does not have to work to break down the foods and waste unnec-essary energy in digestionrdquo (1)

Our body already has 1000000 other things to do each day Burdening our digestive tract with hard to digest foods like meat dairy processed foods and starches means there is less energy and resources for other vital functions like liver and kidney detox or even just providing us with enough energy to get through the day ldquoNutrients are encased inside plant cells and getting their benefits requires these cellsrsquo walls to be ruptured Greens need to be worked down to a creamy consistency but most people simply donrsquot chew that much Blending addresses this problem helping your body absorb the maximum amount of nutrition from your greensrdquo (1)

Green Smoothies will provide your body with a major influx of vital nutrients that (because of the blending) are readily available and easy to absorb That means more bang for your buck After just one week (some people just one day) you will experience a very noticeable improvement in the way your body feels overall

FiberFiber is an essential nutrient We`ve been told that a diet high in fiber is good for our health as it improves digestion and lowers biomarkers associated with chronic disease Research shows that a high daily intake of fiber can lower the incidence of cardiovascular infectious and respira-tory diseases as well as reduce the risk of death from all-causes Fiber is also an important part of proper digestion and plays a crucial role in our bodyrsquos ability to cleanse waste and toxicity ldquoOngoing cleansing is a critical way to reach your highest potential of health and beauty The Green Smoothie retains all of the fiber of the greens and fruit rather than removing it In nature vegetables and fruit are found with both their fiber and juice intact and we canrsquot improve on nature Fiber is critical for ongoing cleansing by sweeping out toxins on a regular basis helping to keep your digestive tract and body clean and also keeping you more full so that you tend to eat less heavy or acidic foods throughout the dayrdquo (1)

7

CleansingOne of my mentors once said ldquoA cleanse is not a cleanse unless the waste leaves the bodyrdquo What good is any diet if the waste and acidity that is causing problems does not leave the body ldquoHere is the key to understanding detoxification (it is missed by the majority of health and detox enthusiasts) true detoxification only occurs when the waste residue sitting in the body (and the bacteria and yeast with it) leave the bodyrdquo (2) The massive amounts of raw fruits and veg-etables in your green smoothie naturally awaken the built up waste in the system and the fiber helps to sweep it awayhellipa true cleanse So every time you have a good thorough elimination you can imagine all the old acidic waste leaving the body for good It might sound like TMI but it is crucial to our health to properly eliminate waste from our body This equals not only a slim-mer more attractive physique but also more energy clearer skin better moods and just feeling good in your own skin

9

How To Implement Green Smoothies Into Your Daily Routine

You can consume Green Smoothies daily for breakfast as a snacks and even as a meal re-placement if you like Green Smoothies also provide excellent pre and post workout fuel

I recommend consuming around 32 ounces of the Glowing Green Smoothie daily You can have all 32oz at one or split it up into two 16oz servings I highly recommend investing in a Vitamix if you can It is the absolute BEST blender on the planet The Vitamix will provide a rich creamy delicious consistency and will last you years and years Irsquove used mine daily for over 6 years now and it still works like a charm Of course budget is definitely an issue and there are several great budget friendly blenders out there For a list of the brands I recommend please visit httplindawagnernetblogrecommended-productskitchen-appliances

5

Why it WorksThere are a few reasons why the green smoothie works

Minerals amp Vital NutrientsThe Green Smoothie is a great way to easily (and deliciously) integrate a large amount of greens into your diet ndash far more than you could get by eating your fruits and veggies alone A serving of your green smoothie will contain 4+ servings of dark leafy green vegetables and fruit which is more than most people get in a weekhellipsome an entire month Greens and the nutrients we get from green leafy vegetables are crucial in reducing cravings increasing energy boosting the immune system and aiding in weight loss

ldquoGreens also have more valuable nutrients than any other food group on the planet You might be surprised to learn that greens even have high-quality easily-assimilated amino acids ndash

6

enough to build the protein that supports the muscle mass of the mighty greens-eating gorilla which pound-for-pound is the strongest animal on earthrdquo (1)

AbsorptionWhat good are all the nutrients in the world if we canrsquot absorb them Blending plays a crucial role in the bodyrsquos ability to absorb vital nutrients ldquoBy blending foods before eating them you lsquopredigestrsquo them so the body does not have to work to break down the foods and waste unnec-essary energy in digestionrdquo (1)

Our body already has 1000000 other things to do each day Burdening our digestive tract with hard to digest foods like meat dairy processed foods and starches means there is less energy and resources for other vital functions like liver and kidney detox or even just providing us with enough energy to get through the day ldquoNutrients are encased inside plant cells and getting their benefits requires these cellsrsquo walls to be ruptured Greens need to be worked down to a creamy consistency but most people simply donrsquot chew that much Blending addresses this problem helping your body absorb the maximum amount of nutrition from your greensrdquo (1)

Green Smoothies will provide your body with a major influx of vital nutrients that (because of the blending) are readily available and easy to absorb That means more bang for your buck After just one week (some people just one day) you will experience a very noticeable improvement in the way your body feels overall

FiberFiber is an essential nutrient We`ve been told that a diet high in fiber is good for our health as it improves digestion and lowers biomarkers associated with chronic disease Research shows that a high daily intake of fiber can lower the incidence of cardiovascular infectious and respira-tory diseases as well as reduce the risk of death from all-causes Fiber is also an important part of proper digestion and plays a crucial role in our bodyrsquos ability to cleanse waste and toxicity ldquoOngoing cleansing is a critical way to reach your highest potential of health and beauty The Green Smoothie retains all of the fiber of the greens and fruit rather than removing it In nature vegetables and fruit are found with both their fiber and juice intact and we canrsquot improve on nature Fiber is critical for ongoing cleansing by sweeping out toxins on a regular basis helping to keep your digestive tract and body clean and also keeping you more full so that you tend to eat less heavy or acidic foods throughout the dayrdquo (1)

7

CleansingOne of my mentors once said ldquoA cleanse is not a cleanse unless the waste leaves the bodyrdquo What good is any diet if the waste and acidity that is causing problems does not leave the body ldquoHere is the key to understanding detoxification (it is missed by the majority of health and detox enthusiasts) true detoxification only occurs when the waste residue sitting in the body (and the bacteria and yeast with it) leave the bodyrdquo (2) The massive amounts of raw fruits and veg-etables in your green smoothie naturally awaken the built up waste in the system and the fiber helps to sweep it awayhellipa true cleanse So every time you have a good thorough elimination you can imagine all the old acidic waste leaving the body for good It might sound like TMI but it is crucial to our health to properly eliminate waste from our body This equals not only a slim-mer more attractive physique but also more energy clearer skin better moods and just feeling good in your own skin

9

How To Implement Green Smoothies Into Your Daily Routine

You can consume Green Smoothies daily for breakfast as a snacks and even as a meal re-placement if you like Green Smoothies also provide excellent pre and post workout fuel

I recommend consuming around 32 ounces of the Glowing Green Smoothie daily You can have all 32oz at one or split it up into two 16oz servings I highly recommend investing in a Vitamix if you can It is the absolute BEST blender on the planet The Vitamix will provide a rich creamy delicious consistency and will last you years and years Irsquove used mine daily for over 6 years now and it still works like a charm Of course budget is definitely an issue and there are several great budget friendly blenders out there For a list of the brands I recommend please visit httplindawagnernetblogrecommended-productskitchen-appliances

6

enough to build the protein that supports the muscle mass of the mighty greens-eating gorilla which pound-for-pound is the strongest animal on earthrdquo (1)

AbsorptionWhat good are all the nutrients in the world if we canrsquot absorb them Blending plays a crucial role in the bodyrsquos ability to absorb vital nutrients ldquoBy blending foods before eating them you lsquopredigestrsquo them so the body does not have to work to break down the foods and waste unnec-essary energy in digestionrdquo (1)

Our body already has 1000000 other things to do each day Burdening our digestive tract with hard to digest foods like meat dairy processed foods and starches means there is less energy and resources for other vital functions like liver and kidney detox or even just providing us with enough energy to get through the day ldquoNutrients are encased inside plant cells and getting their benefits requires these cellsrsquo walls to be ruptured Greens need to be worked down to a creamy consistency but most people simply donrsquot chew that much Blending addresses this problem helping your body absorb the maximum amount of nutrition from your greensrdquo (1)

Green Smoothies will provide your body with a major influx of vital nutrients that (because of the blending) are readily available and easy to absorb That means more bang for your buck After just one week (some people just one day) you will experience a very noticeable improvement in the way your body feels overall

FiberFiber is an essential nutrient We`ve been told that a diet high in fiber is good for our health as it improves digestion and lowers biomarkers associated with chronic disease Research shows that a high daily intake of fiber can lower the incidence of cardiovascular infectious and respira-tory diseases as well as reduce the risk of death from all-causes Fiber is also an important part of proper digestion and plays a crucial role in our bodyrsquos ability to cleanse waste and toxicity ldquoOngoing cleansing is a critical way to reach your highest potential of health and beauty The Green Smoothie retains all of the fiber of the greens and fruit rather than removing it In nature vegetables and fruit are found with both their fiber and juice intact and we canrsquot improve on nature Fiber is critical for ongoing cleansing by sweeping out toxins on a regular basis helping to keep your digestive tract and body clean and also keeping you more full so that you tend to eat less heavy or acidic foods throughout the dayrdquo (1)

7

CleansingOne of my mentors once said ldquoA cleanse is not a cleanse unless the waste leaves the bodyrdquo What good is any diet if the waste and acidity that is causing problems does not leave the body ldquoHere is the key to understanding detoxification (it is missed by the majority of health and detox enthusiasts) true detoxification only occurs when the waste residue sitting in the body (and the bacteria and yeast with it) leave the bodyrdquo (2) The massive amounts of raw fruits and veg-etables in your green smoothie naturally awaken the built up waste in the system and the fiber helps to sweep it awayhellipa true cleanse So every time you have a good thorough elimination you can imagine all the old acidic waste leaving the body for good It might sound like TMI but it is crucial to our health to properly eliminate waste from our body This equals not only a slim-mer more attractive physique but also more energy clearer skin better moods and just feeling good in your own skin

9

How To Implement Green Smoothies Into Your Daily Routine

You can consume Green Smoothies daily for breakfast as a snacks and even as a meal re-placement if you like Green Smoothies also provide excellent pre and post workout fuel

I recommend consuming around 32 ounces of the Glowing Green Smoothie daily You can have all 32oz at one or split it up into two 16oz servings I highly recommend investing in a Vitamix if you can It is the absolute BEST blender on the planet The Vitamix will provide a rich creamy delicious consistency and will last you years and years Irsquove used mine daily for over 6 years now and it still works like a charm Of course budget is definitely an issue and there are several great budget friendly blenders out there For a list of the brands I recommend please visit httplindawagnernetblogrecommended-productskitchen-appliances

7

CleansingOne of my mentors once said ldquoA cleanse is not a cleanse unless the waste leaves the bodyrdquo What good is any diet if the waste and acidity that is causing problems does not leave the body ldquoHere is the key to understanding detoxification (it is missed by the majority of health and detox enthusiasts) true detoxification only occurs when the waste residue sitting in the body (and the bacteria and yeast with it) leave the bodyrdquo (2) The massive amounts of raw fruits and veg-etables in your green smoothie naturally awaken the built up waste in the system and the fiber helps to sweep it awayhellipa true cleanse So every time you have a good thorough elimination you can imagine all the old acidic waste leaving the body for good It might sound like TMI but it is crucial to our health to properly eliminate waste from our body This equals not only a slim-mer more attractive physique but also more energy clearer skin better moods and just feeling good in your own skin

9

How To Implement Green Smoothies Into Your Daily Routine

You can consume Green Smoothies daily for breakfast as a snacks and even as a meal re-placement if you like Green Smoothies also provide excellent pre and post workout fuel

I recommend consuming around 32 ounces of the Glowing Green Smoothie daily You can have all 32oz at one or split it up into two 16oz servings I highly recommend investing in a Vitamix if you can It is the absolute BEST blender on the planet The Vitamix will provide a rich creamy delicious consistency and will last you years and years Irsquove used mine daily for over 6 years now and it still works like a charm Of course budget is definitely an issue and there are several great budget friendly blenders out there For a list of the brands I recommend please visit httplindawagnernetblogrecommended-productskitchen-appliances

9

How To Implement Green Smoothies Into Your Daily Routine

You can consume Green Smoothies daily for breakfast as a snacks and even as a meal re-placement if you like Green Smoothies also provide excellent pre and post workout fuel

I recommend consuming around 32 ounces of the Glowing Green Smoothie daily You can have all 32oz at one or split it up into two 16oz servings I highly recommend investing in a Vitamix if you can It is the absolute BEST blender on the planet The Vitamix will provide a rich creamy delicious consistency and will last you years and years Irsquove used mine daily for over 6 years now and it still works like a charm Of course budget is definitely an issue and there are several great budget friendly blenders out there For a list of the brands I recommend please visit httplindawagnernetblogrecommended-productskitchen-appliances

10

The PlanThis 7 day plan is designed to fill your body and your cells with as much mineral density (re-member minerals are essential for mood immune system function reducing cravings skin health and weight loss) fiber and nutrition as possible

If you follow the guidelines below you can eat as much as you desire at each meal There is no calorie counting or restriction needed If you need extra servings to feel satisfied go for it Of course thatrsquos not to say you should be stuffing yourself but having extra servings of these mineral dense foods is totally ok

BreakfastEnjoy 24-32oz green smoothie throughout the am as desired Have as little or as much as you need to feel satisfied You may also split this up and have 16-24 oz in the morning and then another 16-24oz as a snack in between breakfast and lunch or lunch and dinner

LunchThe base of your Lunch meals will always be a large green leafy salad The key word is large ndash think HUGE Have as much as you want ndash I usually make my salads in a large serving bowl You can add density to your salads in the following ways

1 All raw veggie salad with veggies only for example Your choice of mixed greens with a va-riety of any of the following

raquo Avocado

raquo Any raw veggies you like tomatoes cucumber carrots celery fresh corn bell peppers sprouts zucchini mushrooms etc

raquo Assortment of steamedroastedsauteacuteed veggies on top or on the side

raquo Olives

11

raquo Sun Dried Tomatoes

raquo Roasted Red Peppers

raquo Artichokes

raquo Vinaigrette dressing (I like Anniersquos brand Garlic Expressions Seeds of Change or Briannarsquos brand vinaigrette dressings) You can also make homemade dressings as listed in the ldquoreci-pesrdquo tab on the blog httplindawagnernetblogrecipes

2 All raw salad with avocado and a cooked veggie soup (see the ldquorecipesrdquo tab on the blog for delicious salad and soup ideas httplindawagnernetblogrecipes)

3 All raw salad with beans

raquo White beans

raquo Black beans

raquo Chickpeas

4 All raw salad with cooked starches (Be sure to browse the ldquoreciperdquo tab on the blog or recipe ideas httplindawagnernetblogrecipes)

raquo Quinoa

raquo Baked sweet potato

raquo Baked squash like butternut spaghetti squash acorn squash ect

raquo Sprouted Ezekiel bread (found in the freezer section) I love it toasted and then smeared with avocado and a sprinkle of sea salt amp fresh cracked pepper

DinnerDinner should be an all vegetarian meal We want to get as much vegetable mineral density into our meals as possible Be sure to take a look at the blog for recipe ideas Some options would be

raquo HUGE Salad with assorted veggies avocado a few slices of toasted Ezekiel Bread veggie soup or baked sweet potato

11

raquo Sun Dried Tomatoes

raquo Roasted Red Peppers

raquo Artichokes

raquo Vinaigrette dressing (I like Anniersquos brand Garlic Expressions Seeds of Change or Briannarsquos brand vinaigrette dressings) You can also make homemade dressings as listed in the ldquoreci-pesrdquo tab on the blog httplindawagnernetblogrecipes

2 All raw salad with avocado and a cooked veggie soup (see the ldquorecipesrdquo tab on the blog for delicious salad and soup ideas httplindawagnernetblogrecipes)

3 All raw salad with beans

raquo White beans

raquo Black beans

raquo Chickpeas

4 All raw salad with cooked starches (Be sure to browse the ldquoreciperdquo tab on the blog or recipe ideas httplindawagnernetblogrecipes)

raquo Quinoa

raquo Baked sweet potato

raquo Baked squash like butternut spaghetti squash acorn squash ect

raquo Sprouted Ezekiel bread (found in the freezer section) I love it toasted and then smeared with avocado and a sprinkle of sea salt amp fresh cracked pepper

DinnerDinner should be an all vegetarian meal We want to get as much vegetable mineral density into our meals as possible Be sure to take a look at the blog for recipe ideas Some options would be

raquo HUGE Salad with assorted veggies avocado a few slices of toasted Ezekiel Bread veggie soup or baked sweet potato

12

raquo Assorted cooked veggies (like a steamed sauteacuteed or grilled veggie plate ndash you can have marinaraguacamoleBBQhummus or some kind of sauce for dipping)

raquo Potato ndash baked sweet potato boiled redpurpleyukon gold potatoes

raquo Any kind of baked squash acorn butternut spaghetti squash etc

raquo Vegetable soup

raquo Sprouted bread like the Ezekiel brand This can be toasted and then made into a veggie sandwich or mini veggie pizza

raquo Good Quality Pasta (Whole Grain or Quinoa Pasta) with Marinara and vegetables ndash I person-ally like Vita brand spelt pasta tastes just like regular white pasta

raquo Grains like Quinoa Buckwheat and Millett Brown rice is ok in moderation

raquo Polenta ndash tastes great with marinara and veggies

raquo Organic egg dish like a veggie frittata or Italian style baked eggs Refer to the blog for recipe ideas httplindawagnernetblogrecipesegg-dishes

Remember you can eat as much as you desire at each meal if you need extra servings to feel satisfied go for it

SnacksMake sure your meals are as large as needed to help you feel satisfied you want to be full and satisfied after your meals The ultimate goal is to get enough sustenance from each meal so that you do not desire to snack in between However if you need something to snack on stick to

raquo green or chocolate smoothie

raquo assorted raw veggies with hummus guacamole or vinaigrette for dipping (I recommend An-niersquos brand salad dressing)

raquo cooked veggies

raquo green juice

raquo avocado toast ndash simply smear a slice of toasted sprouted bread like the Ezekiel brand (found in the freezer section of your local health food store) with avocado and sprinkle with sea salt and fresh cracked pepper Itrsquos delish

13

raquo even a couple pieces of 70 dark chocolate would be fine

Drinks raquo Water

raquo Mineral water

raquo Herbal teas

raquo Fresh veggie juice

Eliminate raquo All processed or packaged food products

raquo Fast Food

raquo Animal proteins with the exception of wild caught fish and free range eggs

raquo Diet Foods ndash including Diet Sodas and any foods labeled ldquoFat Freerdquo ldquoLightrdquo ldquoLow Carbrdquo ldquoDietrdquo ldquoSugar Freerdquo etc

raquo All processed soy products

14

Example 7 Day MenuThis example menu is just that an example You can follow it precisely or simply use it as inspi-ration for your meals Part of the fun is experimenting and trying new things If yoursquore not ready to go full-force just start by implementing the GS for breakfast and snacks You can always step it up and follow the 7 day detox when yoursquore ready

15

Day 1

Morning up to 32oz Green Smoothie

Optional Throughout the day you may want to sip on herbal tea hot water with lemon amp gin-ger or sparkling mineral water drinks as listed in the recipes section of Linda Wagnerrsquos blog

Lunch Large raw salad with assorted cooked or raw veggies and 2 pieces of toasted Ezekiel bread with smeared avocado and sea salt

SnackIdeally you will not eat again until dinner but if you must have something here are a few options

raquo 12oz of Green or Chocolate Smoothie

raquo More of what you had for lunch

raquo Raw vegetables are always safe to snack on Keep your favorites at the office or wherever you will be when the urge typically strikes You can dip them in salsa guacamole hummus babaganoush or vinaigrette if you like

raquo Fresh vegetable juice if you have access to it

raquo A couple pieces of toasted Ezekiel bread with smeared avocado and sea salt

Dinner Baked spaghetti squash with marinara and roasted vegetables Example recipe here httplindawagnernetblog201201baked-spaghetti-squash-for-weight-loss (omit meatballs)

Dessert2-4oz of 70 dark chocolate You can also enjoy sipping on some herbal tea with stevia

Sometime either before or after your dinner meal either draw a hot bath or enjoy a guided meditation or relaxation CD to help center yourself and release any stress anxiety or inhar-monious energies you make have taken in during the day

13

raquo even a couple pieces of 70 dark chocolate would be fine

Drinks raquo Water

raquo Mineral water

raquo Herbal teas

raquo Fresh veggie juice

Eliminate raquo All processed or packaged food products

raquo Fast Food

raquo Animal proteins with the exception of wild caught fish and free range eggs

raquo Diet Foods ndash including Diet Sodas and any foods labeled ldquoFat Freerdquo ldquoLightrdquo ldquoLow Carbrdquo ldquoDietrdquo ldquoSugar Freerdquo etc

raquo All processed soy products

14

Example 7 Day MenuThis example menu is just that an example You can follow it precisely or simply use it as inspi-ration for your meals Part of the fun is experimenting and trying new things If yoursquore not ready to go full-force just start by implementing the GS for breakfast and snacks You can always step it up and follow the 7 day detox when yoursquore ready

15

Day 1

Morning up to 32oz Green Smoothie

Optional Throughout the day you may want to sip on herbal tea hot water with lemon amp gin-ger or sparkling mineral water drinks as listed in the recipes section of Linda Wagnerrsquos blog

Lunch Large raw salad with assorted cooked or raw veggies and 2 pieces of toasted Ezekiel bread with smeared avocado and sea salt

SnackIdeally you will not eat again until dinner but if you must have something here are a few options

raquo 12oz of Green or Chocolate Smoothie

raquo More of what you had for lunch

raquo Raw vegetables are always safe to snack on Keep your favorites at the office or wherever you will be when the urge typically strikes You can dip them in salsa guacamole hummus babaganoush or vinaigrette if you like

raquo Fresh vegetable juice if you have access to it

raquo A couple pieces of toasted Ezekiel bread with smeared avocado and sea salt

Dinner Baked spaghetti squash with marinara and roasted vegetables Example recipe here httplindawagnernetblog201201baked-spaghetti-squash-for-weight-loss (omit meatballs)

Dessert2-4oz of 70 dark chocolate You can also enjoy sipping on some herbal tea with stevia

Sometime either before or after your dinner meal either draw a hot bath or enjoy a guided meditation or relaxation CD to help center yourself and release any stress anxiety or inhar-monious energies you make have taken in during the day

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Example 7 Day MenuThis example menu is just that an example You can follow it precisely or simply use it as inspi-ration for your meals Part of the fun is experimenting and trying new things If yoursquore not ready to go full-force just start by implementing the GS for breakfast and snacks You can always step it up and follow the 7 day detox when yoursquore ready

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Day 1

Morning up to 32oz Green Smoothie

Optional Throughout the day you may want to sip on herbal tea hot water with lemon amp gin-ger or sparkling mineral water drinks as listed in the recipes section of Linda Wagnerrsquos blog

Lunch Large raw salad with assorted cooked or raw veggies and 2 pieces of toasted Ezekiel bread with smeared avocado and sea salt

SnackIdeally you will not eat again until dinner but if you must have something here are a few options

raquo 12oz of Green or Chocolate Smoothie

raquo More of what you had for lunch

raquo Raw vegetables are always safe to snack on Keep your favorites at the office or wherever you will be when the urge typically strikes You can dip them in salsa guacamole hummus babaganoush or vinaigrette if you like

raquo Fresh vegetable juice if you have access to it

raquo A couple pieces of toasted Ezekiel bread with smeared avocado and sea salt

Dinner Baked spaghetti squash with marinara and roasted vegetables Example recipe here httplindawagnernetblog201201baked-spaghetti-squash-for-weight-loss (omit meatballs)

Dessert2-4oz of 70 dark chocolate You can also enjoy sipping on some herbal tea with stevia

Sometime either before or after your dinner meal either draw a hot bath or enjoy a guided meditation or relaxation CD to help center yourself and release any stress anxiety or inhar-monious energies you make have taken in during the day

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Day 1

Morning up to 32oz Green Smoothie

Optional Throughout the day you may want to sip on herbal tea hot water with lemon amp gin-ger or sparkling mineral water drinks as listed in the recipes section of Linda Wagnerrsquos blog

Lunch Large raw salad with assorted cooked or raw veggies and 2 pieces of toasted Ezekiel bread with smeared avocado and sea salt

SnackIdeally you will not eat again until dinner but if you must have something here are a few options

raquo 12oz of Green or Chocolate Smoothie

raquo More of what you had for lunch

raquo Raw vegetables are always safe to snack on Keep your favorites at the office or wherever you will be when the urge typically strikes You can dip them in salsa guacamole hummus babaganoush or vinaigrette if you like

raquo Fresh vegetable juice if you have access to it

raquo A couple pieces of toasted Ezekiel bread with smeared avocado and sea salt

Dinner Baked spaghetti squash with marinara and roasted vegetables Example recipe here httplindawagnernetblog201201baked-spaghetti-squash-for-weight-loss (omit meatballs)

Dessert2-4oz of 70 dark chocolate You can also enjoy sipping on some herbal tea with stevia

Sometime either before or after your dinner meal either draw a hot bath or enjoy a guided meditation or relaxation CD to help center yourself and release any stress anxiety or inhar-monious energies you make have taken in during the day

16

Day 2

Morningup to 32oz Green Smoothie

Optional Throughout the day you may want to sip on herbal tea hot water with lemon amp gin-ger or sparkling mineral water drinks as listed in the recipes section of Linda Wagnerrsquos blog

LunchLarge raw salad with avocado and assorted veggies and 1-2 small baked sweet potatoes

SnackPlease refer to Day 1

Dinner Sauteacuteed broccoli cauliflower and kale with garlic and roasted tomatoes Serve over a hot bowl of quinoa Recipe inspiration here httplindawagnernetblog201107healthy-quinoa-recipe

Dessert Please refer to the directions given on Day 1

Sometime before or after dinner take time to relax as described in Day 1

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Day 3

Morning up to 32oz Green Smoothie

Optional Throughout the day you may want to sip on herbal tea hot water with lemon amp gin-ger or sparkling mineral water drinks as listed in the recipes section of Linda Wagnerrsquos blog

LunchHuge raw veggie salad with sun dried tomatoes olives artichokes white beans and vinaigrette dressing Enjoy with 2 Slices of toasted Ezekiel bread

SnackPlease refer to Day 1

DinnerStart your meal with carrots celery andor cucumbers with hummus Then revel in as many assorted roasted veggies with cauliflower mashed potatoes as you like A great recipe can be found here httplindawagnernetblog201210vegetarian-meals-for-weight-loss

Dessert Please refer to the directions given on Day 1

Sometime before or after dinner take time to relax as described in Day 1

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Day 4

Morning up to 32oz Green Smoothie

Optional Throughout the day you may want to sip on herbal tea hot water with lemon amp gin-ger or sparkling mineral water drinks as listed in the recipes section of Linda Wagnerrsquos blog

LunchLarge chef salad with assorted veggies httplindawagnernetblog201206how-to-make-perfect-hard-boiled-eggs-and-a-healthy-chef-salad-recipe

Snack Please refer to Day 1

DinnerCooked polenta topped with an assortment of steamed veggies marinara sauce and cara-melized onions Recipe here httplindawagnernetblog201211polenta-for-weight-loss Serve with a side salad with assorted veggies and vinaigrette

Dessert Please refer to the directions given on Day 1

Sometime before or after dinner take time to relax as described in Day 1

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Day 5

Morning up to 32oz Green Smoothie

Optional Throughout the day you may want to sip on herbal tea hot water with lemon amp gin-ger or sparkling mineral water drinks as listed in the recipes section of Linda Wagnerrsquos blog

LunchMexican Salad ndash layer assorted greens black beans cooked quinoa fresh corn salsa guaca-mole cilantro and grilled veggies with Mexican spices

Snack Please refer to Day 1

Dinner Fritatta made with organic eggs and whatever veggies you have on hand served over a large bed of greens with assorted steamed veggies and vinaigrette httplindawagnernetblog201202cheap-easy-dinner-recipes

Dessert Please refer to the directions given on Day 1

Sometime before or after dinner take time to relax as described in Day 1

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Day 6

Morningup to 32oz Green Smoothie

Optional Throughout the day you may want to sip on herbal tea hot water with lemon amp gin-ger or sparkling mineral water drinks as listed in the recipes section of Linda Wagnerrsquos blog

LunchKale amp Butternut squash salad ndash recipe here httplindawagnernetblog201203kale-and-butternut-squash-salad-recipe

Snack Please refer to Day 1

Dinner Vita Spelt pasta or quinoa pasta topped with veggies like green beans tomatoes mushrooms zucchini andor asparagus sauteacuteed in organic butter garlic and white wine Serve with a side salad with assorted raw veggies avocado and vinaigrette dressing

DessertPlease refer to the directions given on Day 1

Sometime before or after dinner take time to relax as described in Day 1

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Day 7

Morning up to 32oz Green Smoothie

Optional Throughout the day you may want to sip on herbal tea hot water with lemon amp gin-ger or sparkling mineral water drinks as listed in the recipes section of Linda Wagnerrsquos blog

LunchLarge raw salad with assorted veggies and an avocado and a large bowl of vegetable soup Any of these soups would be delicious httplindawagnernetblogrecipessoups

Snack Please refer to Day 1

DinnerStart with a small simple salad made with chopped bell peppers and cucumber with vinai-grette dressing Then enjoy a veggie sandwich httplindawagnernetblog201109veg-gie-sandwich and sweet potato fries httplindawagnernetblog201102its-the-simple-things-in-life

Dessert Please refer to the directions given on Day 1

Sometime before or after dinner take time to relax as described in Day 1

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RecipiesThe one thing to keep in mind with your Green Smoothies is that there really are no rules Do what you can with what you have All you need is water greens and fruit Fruit could be any-thing from fresh or frozen

raquo banana

raquo pears

raquo apple

raquo clementines

raquo grapes

raquo mango

raquo berries

raquo kiwi

raquo oranges

raquo pineapple etc

Greens include all green leafy vegetables My favorites are

raquo spinach

raquo kale

raquo swiss chard

raquo romaine

raquo arugula

I also enjoy adding herbs from time to time to help mix things up You can try adding a few sprigs of the following Keep in mind itrsquos better to start with a small amount first and then add more as you learn which flavors you enjoy

raquo parsley

raquo cilantro

raquo basil

raquo mint

Here are some of my favorite recipes to get you started but remember there are no rules Use what you have or whatever sounds appealing or interesting These recipes can be followed as is or modified to suit your tastes enjoy

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The OG

This is the Original Green Smoothie recipe The OG as I like to call it is super simple All you need is a blender and the following ingredients

raquo 1-2 bananas

raquo 12 cup frozen peaches

raquo 12 cup frozen mango

raquo a couple handfuls of spinach

raquo water

Add just enough water to blend and enjoy thatrsquos it Forget the dehydrating morning latte and get the glow with a Green Smoothie instead

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Tropical Transfusion

raquo 2 frozen bananas

raquo 1 cup frozen mango

raquo 1 cup fresh cut pineapple

raquo 2 handfuls of baby spinach

raquo A couple sprigs of basil (optional but I love the taste)

Add enough coconut water to blend (about a cup or so) and enjoy Itrsquos like a tropical paradise in a glass

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Berry Green

Does the green color turn you off Herersquos another great recipe not green in color but still has the amazing benefits of your typical green smoothie ndash just hidden behind the redpurple color of delicious berries This is great for kids or family members who are opposed to anything green theyrsquoll never know ndash it will be our little secret Shhhh

Yoursquoll need

raquo 2 frozen bananas

raquo 12 cup frozen mango

raquo 1 cup frozen mixed berries

raquo 1 small handful of baby spinach or kale

raquo Water

Add all ingredients to the blender with enough water to blend and enjoy This recipe also makes 1 qt (32oz) Keep in mind the more berries the brighter the color The more spinach you add the more greenbrown your smoothie will be

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Mardi Gras Smoothie

For the purple layer yoursquoll need

raquo 1 frozen banana

raquo 12 cup frozen cherries or blueberries

raquo 2 tsps Maqui Powder (optional)

raquo 2 tsps Acai Powder (optional)

raquo NuNaturals stevia (optional as needed for sweetness)

raquo just enough water to blend

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The OG

This is the Original Green Smoothie recipe The OG as I like to call it is super simple All you need is a blender and the following ingredients

raquo 1-2 bananas

raquo 12 cup frozen peaches

raquo 12 cup frozen mango

raquo a couple handfuls of spinach

raquo water

Add just enough water to blend and enjoy thatrsquos it Forget the dehydrating morning latte and get the glow with a Green Smoothie instead

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Tropical Transfusion

raquo 2 frozen bananas

raquo 1 cup frozen mango

raquo 1 cup fresh cut pineapple

raquo 2 handfuls of baby spinach

raquo A couple sprigs of basil (optional but I love the taste)

Add enough coconut water to blend (about a cup or so) and enjoy Itrsquos like a tropical paradise in a glass

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Berry Green

Does the green color turn you off Herersquos another great recipe not green in color but still has the amazing benefits of your typical green smoothie ndash just hidden behind the redpurple color of delicious berries This is great for kids or family members who are opposed to anything green theyrsquoll never know ndash it will be our little secret Shhhh

Yoursquoll need

raquo 2 frozen bananas

raquo 12 cup frozen mango

raquo 1 cup frozen mixed berries

raquo 1 small handful of baby spinach or kale

raquo Water

Add all ingredients to the blender with enough water to blend and enjoy This recipe also makes 1 qt (32oz) Keep in mind the more berries the brighter the color The more spinach you add the more greenbrown your smoothie will be

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Mardi Gras Smoothie

For the purple layer yoursquoll need

raquo 1 frozen banana

raquo 12 cup frozen cherries or blueberries

raquo 2 tsps Maqui Powder (optional)

raquo 2 tsps Acai Powder (optional)

raquo NuNaturals stevia (optional as needed for sweetness)

raquo just enough water to blend

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Tropical Transfusion

raquo 2 frozen bananas

raquo 1 cup frozen mango

raquo 1 cup fresh cut pineapple

raquo 2 handfuls of baby spinach

raquo A couple sprigs of basil (optional but I love the taste)

Add enough coconut water to blend (about a cup or so) and enjoy Itrsquos like a tropical paradise in a glass

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Berry Green

Does the green color turn you off Herersquos another great recipe not green in color but still has the amazing benefits of your typical green smoothie ndash just hidden behind the redpurple color of delicious berries This is great for kids or family members who are opposed to anything green theyrsquoll never know ndash it will be our little secret Shhhh

Yoursquoll need

raquo 2 frozen bananas

raquo 12 cup frozen mango

raquo 1 cup frozen mixed berries

raquo 1 small handful of baby spinach or kale

raquo Water

Add all ingredients to the blender with enough water to blend and enjoy This recipe also makes 1 qt (32oz) Keep in mind the more berries the brighter the color The more spinach you add the more greenbrown your smoothie will be

27

Mardi Gras Smoothie

For the purple layer yoursquoll need

raquo 1 frozen banana

raquo 12 cup frozen cherries or blueberries

raquo 2 tsps Maqui Powder (optional)

raquo 2 tsps Acai Powder (optional)

raquo NuNaturals stevia (optional as needed for sweetness)

raquo just enough water to blend

26

Berry Green

Does the green color turn you off Herersquos another great recipe not green in color but still has the amazing benefits of your typical green smoothie ndash just hidden behind the redpurple color of delicious berries This is great for kids or family members who are opposed to anything green theyrsquoll never know ndash it will be our little secret Shhhh

Yoursquoll need

raquo 2 frozen bananas

raquo 12 cup frozen mango

raquo 1 cup frozen mixed berries

raquo 1 small handful of baby spinach or kale

raquo Water

Add all ingredients to the blender with enough water to blend and enjoy This recipe also makes 1 qt (32oz) Keep in mind the more berries the brighter the color The more spinach you add the more greenbrown your smoothie will be

27

Mardi Gras Smoothie

For the purple layer yoursquoll need

raquo 1 frozen banana

raquo 12 cup frozen cherries or blueberries

raquo 2 tsps Maqui Powder (optional)

raquo 2 tsps Acai Powder (optional)

raquo NuNaturals stevia (optional as needed for sweetness)

raquo just enough water to blend

27

Mardi Gras Smoothie

For the purple layer yoursquoll need

raquo 1 frozen banana

raquo 12 cup frozen cherries or blueberries

raquo 2 tsps Maqui Powder (optional)

raquo 2 tsps Acai Powder (optional)

raquo NuNaturals stevia (optional as needed for sweetness)

raquo just enough water to blend

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Simply put all ingredients into a high speed blender and blend until smooth Use just enough water to blend you want it to be pretty thick so you can maintain the layers Pour mixture into 1 or 2 glass cups and place in freezer

For the green layer yoursquoll need

raquo 1 frozen banana

raquo 12 cup frozen mango or peaches

raquo 1 handful spinach or romaine lettuce

raquo NuNaturals stevia (optional as needed for sweetness)

raquo just enough water to blend

Simply put all ingredients into a high speed blender and blend until smooth Use just enough water to blend you want it to be pretty thick so you can maintain the layers

Remove purple smoothie from the freezer and slowly pour the green layer on top There you have it The perfect Mardi Gras Smoothie Itrsquos delicious great for weight loss and kids will ab-solutely love it too

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Strawberry Mango Green Smoothie

raquo 2 bananas

raquo 1 10 ounce bag of frozen strawberries

raquo 1 10 ounce bag of frozen mangoes

raquo 2 large handfuls of baby spinach

raquo 1 cup water

raquo 2 droppers full of Vanilla Stevia

Blend in a high speed blender until smooth I use VitaMix This recipe makes about 64 ounces so should be enough for two large servings If you donrsquot want that much simply cut the recipe in half

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Mean Green Smoothie

Todayrsquos smoothie is loaded with minerals A great way to get in a tremendous amount of green-ery with very little effort This recipe will make a large portion so go ahead and save half of it to have as a snack later that day or even the following day as breakfast Remember Green Smoothies last up to 2 days in the fridge so having extra on hand is a great idea for busy moms students professionals or anyone on the go

Yoursquoll need

raquo 1 ripe banana

raquo 15 cups of frozen fruit ndash I used a tropical mix of mango strawberry papaya and pineapple

raquo 1 large handful or each baby spinach kale and romaine

raquo 5-6 sprigs fresh parsley

raquo Juice of frac12 lemon

raquo 1-2 dropperfuls NuNaturals Alcohol Free Stevia to taste as needed

raquo 1 cup water fresh (adjust amount as needed for desired consistency)

Simply blend all ingredients in a high speed blender until smooth

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Simple Strawberry Banana Smoothie

This is a great one for the kids especially picky kids that want nothing to do with greens Itrsquos also a nice treat for any adult looking for a sweet treat without the guilt To up the ante simply add a handful of greens to get some power packed nutrients

Yoursquoll need

raquo 1 frozen banana

raquo 1 cup frozen strawberries

raquo 1 cup (or more) almond milk

raquo 1-2 droppers full Vanilla Stevia to taste

Simply blend all ingredients in a high speed blender and enjoy

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Mango Lassi

Yoursquoll need

raquo 1 banana

raquo 2 cups fresh or frozen mango ndash I used frozen to get a nice creamy texture

raquo 1 cup fresh or frozen coconut meat or you could use 1 heaping Tbs of Coconut Powder I love that stuff

raquo 1 cup Almond Milk or Almond Milk Kefir ndash I used Almond Milk Kefir (see recipe on the blog) because I it makes me feel AWESOME and has totally revamped my digestion and skin

raquo I also love to add fresh herbs to this recipe mint parsley or cilantro make a lovely addition

raquo 1-2 dropperfuls Vanilla Stevia to taste

Simply blend all ingredients in a high speed blender until smooth Et Voila Your delicious smoothie is ready to enjoy

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Sweet TreatsAnother great variation on the traditional Green Smoothie is to add CHOCOLATE Most people donrsquot realize how nutritious REAL chocolate is Itrsquos loaded with antioxidants minerals nutrients and vitamins I recommend using Navitas Naturals Raw Cacao Powder It is the highest quality totally unprocessed and tastes amazing I purchase my chocolate powder through iherbcom here httpwwwiherbcomNavitas-Naturals-Cacao-Powder-Raw-Chocolate-Powder-16-oz-454-g8254at=0 Theyrsquove got the best prices and fast shipping ndash they ship to over 180 countries including APO addresses Feel free to use my discount code WAG472 to get $5 OFF your first order amp free shipping on orders of $20 or more

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Chocolate Milkshake

Who says you canrsquot have a little fun with your Green Smoothies How about adding a little chocolate to the mix Kids will love this and you will too

Yoursquoll need

raquo 2 frozen bananas

raquo 1-2 handfuls baby spinach

raquo 12 ndash 1 cup almond milk

raquo 2 heaping Tbs Chocolate Powder

raquo 2 squirts Vanilla Stevia

Simply add everything together in a blender and blend until smooth Viola The perfect snack that takes literally 5 mins to make and helps you stay on track with your weight loss

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Banana Split Smoothie

This smoothie tastes like a dream come true I wasnrsquot expecting it to taste like a banana split but I am definitely ok with the fact that it did WOW you are going to LOVE this recipe

Yoursquoll need

raquo 2 frozen bananas

raquo 2 cups frozen strawberries

raquo 1 Tbs Coconut Milk Powder ndash I love all things Wilderness Family such great quality You can find them online or at your local health food store

raquo 25 Tbs pure Chocolate Powder (Nativas Natural is my favorite)

raquo 1-2 handfuls baby spinach

raquo 1 -15 cups Unsweetened Almond Milk

raquo 2 squirts NuNaturals Vanilla Stevia

Blend all ingredients in a high speed blender until very smooth Garnish with frozen strawber-ries and Cocoa Nibs Then freak out at how unbelievably good it tastes

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Chocolate Cherry Bomb Smoothie

raquo 1 frozen banana

raquo 23 cup frozen cherries

raquo 2 Tbs Cacao Powder

raquo 1-2 handfuls of spinach or kale

raquo 1-2 dropperfuls Vanilla Stevia to taste

raquo 12 ndash 1 cup water or almond milk (adjust as needed for desired consistency)

Simply blend all ingredients in a high speed blender until smooth After blending I garnished my smoothie with some frozen cherries Hemp Seeds and Cocoa Nibs which add a nice crunch and make it look pretty Enjoy

Note the more greens you add the more brown in color it will be If you want a bright red color as pictured use less greens or simply omit them

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FAQS raquo People always ask me what kind of blender I use and recommend I make all my smoothies

using a VitaMix which is a super awesome state of the art amazing must have high speed blender They are the ONLY blender that will get you the creamy consistency that you de-sire I love love LOVE my VitaMix and highly recommend investing in one if you are ready to make serious changes to your diet I have had mine for almost 5 years and use it daily If yoursquore not ready to drop that kind of cash Hamilton Beach makes some great budget friendly blenders that you can get at your local Walmart or Target

raquo If you can not do bananas for any reason simply leave it out or substitute any other fruit you like If you want a creamier consistency you can substitute avocado or coconut meat instead of the banana Mango also makes an excellent base

raquo If you cannot have the fruits listed simply use any fruits that you CAN have Same goes for the spinach If you canrsquot use spinach you can substitute any green leafy vegetable of your choice swiss chard kale romaine arugula etc The basic recipe is fruit + greens + water

raquo If you want the smoothie to be BRIGHT green as pictured use only lighter colored fruits like

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pineapple green grapes kiwi green apples yellow raspberries pear orange etc If you add darker fruits like strawberries cherries etc your smoothie will turn out to be more of a brown color ndash still DELICIOUS just not as vibrantly green as in the pictures above

raquo Can I add yogurt or milk to my green smoothie I am a firm believer in proper food combin-ing Dairy does not combine well with fruit and will cause fermentation yeast digestive is-sues and will not aid in weight loss Thatrsquos the reason I donrsquot recommend adding yogurt or any other dairy products Believe me you will be satisfied with the smoothies the recipe will make about a quart which will definitely fill you up

raquo If you have blood sugar issues use avocado andor coconut meatflakes and semi-sweet fruits like grapefruit berries green apples and add stevia to taste I strongly recommend purchasing through iherbcom I absolutely LOVE LOVE LOVE iherb Theyrsquove got the lowest prices ANYWHERE (often up to 40 below retail) and I can get absolutely anything I need from supplements amp superfoods to shampoo facial cleanser bath salts and laun-dry detergent - you name it theyrsquove got it I love you guys so please feel free to use my dis-count code WAG472 to get $5 OFF your first order + free shipping on orders of $20 or more

raquo If you are constantly rushing out the door in the morning you can make your smoothies the night before They will last in the fridge for up to 24hrs

raquo If you are REALLY pressed for time you can make all your green smoothies for the week then freeze them Each night remove one and let thaw on the counter or in the fridge so that the next morning itrsquos ready to go

raquo Depending on the size of your fruit this recipe will make approximately 24-32 ounces You can have as little or as much as you need to feel satisfied

raquo A lot of people ask how many calories are in the Green Smoothie I donrsquot EVER worry about calories When yoursquore eating whole foods especially raw unprocessed fruits and vegetables you donrsquot have to Thatrsquos what is SO LIBERATING about it If you must know you can use an online calculator like fitdaycom but know that those details donrsquot matter when yoursquore eat-ing whole foods I go into a lot more detail about this in my one-on-one sessions if yoursquore interested in learning and understanding more

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TestimonialsAfter reading about your Green Smoothies I have incorporated them in the morning I have also discovered KALE I have always been a green veg and veggies lover anyway but I now have a new favourite I use 2-3 veggies and 2-3 fruits in every smoothieI lost 92 pounds the first week my Doctor was amazed I have one smoothie for breakfast and one for lunch My hair looks great my nails have improved I feel better and my junk cravings are gone The best part is that my blood sugars have dropped down to the normal range after hav-ing been insulin resistant for years and being recently diagnosed as Pre-Diabetic Thank you soo much for your Green smoothies recipes and all of your email content and support Still losing Still loving it

UPDATE I wrote to you on the 21st of June this year and told you how much I enjoyed your Green smoothies Well it is now October and I am still daily having one for breakfast and one for Lunch My sugars cholesterol and Blood pressures are WAY down and my Doctors are astounded As of yesterday I am down 38 pounds Not bad in 5 months

ndash Lorna

Dear Linda

From March-April this year I have been working in Moshi Tansania for 6 weeks together with 4 of my friends The area where we lived was basically high-risk for every exotic disease you could possibly imagine including Malaria Hepatitis all kinds of stomach bugs and so on Being the health-junkie that I have become because of lots of inspiration and encouragement from you I drank my daily detox-teas and my daily smoothies (that I made with my then new magic bullet you recommended for travelling) and guess what All my friends had to battle with a minor illness during our stay and I was the only one who was fit and healthy the entire time It totally convinced my friend to drink more detox-tea and smoothies in the future ) By the way smooth-ies made from freshly bought African fruit are DIVINE I also shared my smoothies with all my new African friends and everyone loved them especially the kids

Iacutem still eating healthy and try to have my daily smoothies as often as possible Iacuteve been doing this for quite some time now and I have to say it gets so much easier After a while centering all my meals around fruits and veggies became normal and eating unhealthy food became very strange to me Very slowly Irsquom shedding all excess fat and become slimmer and slimmer The

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compliments i get changed too Whenever I got compliments it was usually about my clothes or jewelry or maybe my eyes Nowadays people are actually commenting on how healthy i look how shiny my hair is and how my natural glow is just beautiful It is totally amazing

So again thank you so much for doing what you do and being great at it

Love from Germany

Lena

I am doing better and looove the green smoothies and juices I actually get excited to have them in the morning I had a little bit of a downfall this weekend at my parents with improper food combining and too much sugarmeatstarches and wow did I pay for it It made me get right back on track after I realized how different I felt when I was doing all the green smooth-ies juices and veggies I also no longer crave meat or starches like I did beforeI now ac-tually crave kale spinach salads and green smoothies This is working and I thank you soooo much for changing my life I thought I knew what I doing but I clearly did not be-cause I feel my body and mood changing for the better Thanks again you are amazing - Kat

Wow Theses smoothies are great I am so impressed with them They are really helping me I have a bit of anxiety and depression and I needed to loose about ten pounds I was skeptical at first as Irsquove tried a lot of natural remedies I have a bad history of heart disease and a triple bypass so I canrsquot use any of the weight loss gimmicks but these smoothies are really awesome Irsquove lost 3 pounds just by drinking them no exercise as of yet but with the positive reaction to the smoothies I feel I can do the exercise now and really loose the weight Thanks so much for sharing your info I am truly grateful

-Tracy

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Sources1 The Beauty Detox Diet ndash Kimberly Snyder

2 Detox 4 Women ndash Natalia Rose

Resourceswwwlindawagnernet ndash my daily blog for inspiration info and deliciously healthy recipes

wwwlindawagnernetblogrecipes - yummy easy recipes for healthy weight loss

httplindawagnernetblogrecommended-productskitchen-appliances - recommended kitchen appliances blenders and more

wwwiherbcom ndash My favorite online store Best prices and selection of chocolate powder vanilla stevia and more Theyrsquove got fast shipping and they ship to over 180 countries includ-ing APO addresses Feel free to use my discount code WAG472 to get $5 OFF your first order or $10 OFF your first order of $40 or more + free shipping on orders of $20 or more

Medical DisclaimerThis e-book is not designed to provide medical advice All content including text graphics im-ages and information available in this book are for informational purposes only The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice diagnosis or treatment You take full legal responsibility for whatever decisions you make regarding your own health care This material is offered solely for educational purposes If you are interested in undertaking a cleans-ing program of any kind it is recommended that you seek the guidance of a health care provider first

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compliments i get changed too Whenever I got compliments it was usually about my clothes or jewelry or maybe my eyes Nowadays people are actually commenting on how healthy i look how shiny my hair is and how my natural glow is just beautiful It is totally amazing

So again thank you so much for doing what you do and being great at it

Love from Germany

Lena

I am doing better and looove the green smoothies and juices I actually get excited to have them in the morning I had a little bit of a downfall this weekend at my parents with improper food combining and too much sugarmeatstarches and wow did I pay for it It made me get right back on track after I realized how different I felt when I was doing all the green smooth-ies juices and veggies I also no longer crave meat or starches like I did beforeI now ac-tually crave kale spinach salads and green smoothies This is working and I thank you soooo much for changing my life I thought I knew what I doing but I clearly did not be-cause I feel my body and mood changing for the better Thanks again you are amazing - Kat

Wow Theses smoothies are great I am so impressed with them They are really helping me I have a bit of anxiety and depression and I needed to loose about ten pounds I was skeptical at first as Irsquove tried a lot of natural remedies I have a bad history of heart disease and a triple bypass so I canrsquot use any of the weight loss gimmicks but these smoothies are really awesome Irsquove lost 3 pounds just by drinking them no exercise as of yet but with the positive reaction to the smoothies I feel I can do the exercise now and really loose the weight Thanks so much for sharing your info I am truly grateful

-Tracy

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Sources1 The Beauty Detox Diet ndash Kimberly Snyder

2 Detox 4 Women ndash Natalia Rose

Resourceswwwlindawagnernet ndash my daily blog for inspiration info and deliciously healthy recipes

wwwlindawagnernetblogrecipes - yummy easy recipes for healthy weight loss

httplindawagnernetblogrecommended-productskitchen-appliances - recommended kitchen appliances blenders and more

wwwiherbcom ndash My favorite online store Best prices and selection of chocolate powder vanilla stevia and more Theyrsquove got fast shipping and they ship to over 180 countries includ-ing APO addresses Feel free to use my discount code WAG472 to get $5 OFF your first order or $10 OFF your first order of $40 or more + free shipping on orders of $20 or more

Medical DisclaimerThis e-book is not designed to provide medical advice All content including text graphics im-ages and information available in this book are for informational purposes only The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice diagnosis or treatment You take full legal responsibility for whatever decisions you make regarding your own health care This material is offered solely for educational purposes If you are interested in undertaking a cleans-ing program of any kind it is recommended that you seek the guidance of a health care provider first

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Sources1 The Beauty Detox Diet ndash Kimberly Snyder

2 Detox 4 Women ndash Natalia Rose

Resourceswwwlindawagnernet ndash my daily blog for inspiration info and deliciously healthy recipes

wwwlindawagnernetblogrecipes - yummy easy recipes for healthy weight loss

httplindawagnernetblogrecommended-productskitchen-appliances - recommended kitchen appliances blenders and more

wwwiherbcom ndash My favorite online store Best prices and selection of chocolate powder vanilla stevia and more Theyrsquove got fast shipping and they ship to over 180 countries includ-ing APO addresses Feel free to use my discount code WAG472 to get $5 OFF your first order or $10 OFF your first order of $40 or more + free shipping on orders of $20 or more

Medical DisclaimerThis e-book is not designed to provide medical advice All content including text graphics im-ages and information available in this book are for informational purposes only The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice diagnosis or treatment You take full legal responsibility for whatever decisions you make regarding your own health care This material is offered solely for educational purposes If you are interested in undertaking a cleans-ing program of any kind it is recommended that you seek the guidance of a health care provider first