Here's another recipe from the 7 day Cleanse.  It's super yummy and as you can see from the photo I drank some before taking this picture.  It does make a full glass.  I make a pot of detox tea ahead of time in summer and store it in the fridge to make this a cold drink.
​Ingredients:

• ​1 detox tea bag
• 6 oz. (180 ml) spring or filtered water
• 6 oz. (180 ml) unsweetened plant-based milk of your choice (coconut, hemp, almond, rice)
  
• 1 Tbs. coconut oil
  
• 1 serving protein powder of choice (vegan, whey or hemp seeds)
  
• 1/2 tsp. cinnamon
  
• 1 date, pitted
  

Method:

1. ​Steep the tea bag in 6 oz. of hot water for 3-5 minutes.
2. Remove the tea bag and add the tea to a blender along with all other ingredients.
   
3. Blend until well blended and smooth.
   
4. Sip and enjoy.
   

Benefits:
​Detox teas contain herbs and spices that facilitate the liver to release toxins.  You can buy a store bought tea or make your own from a range of herbs such as ginger, turmeric, dandelion, chicory, fennel, licorice, peppermint, milk thistle, and celery leaf.

​The coconut oil provides a good source of healthy fat which gives it a creaminess and richness while assisting with toxin removal by acting as a carrier for toxins to bind to.

Here's another recipe from FMTV.  This green smoothie tastes just like mint chocolate chip ice cream - sans bloating and sugar overload.
Ingredients:
(use organic ingredients where possible)

• 12oz (355 ml) unsweetened plant-based milk of choice (coconut, hemp, almond, rice)​
• 1 handful mint leaves (or optionally 2 drops peppermint essential oil)
  
• 1 scoop of protein powder (vegan or hemp seeds)
  
• 1 Tbs. raw cacao powder or nibs
  
• handful of spinach
  
• 1 date, pitted
  
• 1/2 avocado
  
• 1 banana
  

Method:
Add all ingredients to blender and blend until smooth.

Why it's so good for you:
One of the star ingredients in this smoothie is raw cacao. Raw cacao offers amazing health benefits for your entire body!

​Cacao is one the healthiest foods you can consume. Cacao contains the mood improver anandamide - known as the bliss molecule -  which creates a feeling of euphoria.  Another mood-enhancing compound found in cacao is PEA or phenylethylamine, which triggers the release of endorphins and pleasurable opium-like neurochemicals.

​It also helps to protect you against heart disease, prevents premature aging, boosts energy, prevents sunburn, helps improve brain function, and helps improve your metabolism.

Here's another great recipe from FMTV.  I've changed it up a little by adding some protein powder to boost my protein.
Ingredients:
(use organic ingredients where possible)

• ​1 handful of baby spinach leaves
• 1/2 small avocado
• 1 cup frozen organic berries
• 1 banana
• 1.5 cups of coconut water or purified water
• Optional: 1 scoop of vegan protein powder
• Optional: ice cubes made from purified water

Method:

1. ​Blend all ingredients together
2. Enjoy!

Why it's so good for you:
Berries are rich in antioxidants which help your body fight cell damage, premature aging and oxidative stress linked to the development of numerous diseases!  All fruits and vegetables contain antioxidants, but nutrient-rich berries are some of the absolute best sources!  They're also a great source of fiber, and when combined with avocado, banana and the hydration from coconut water, this smoothie mix will also help detoxify your bowels and replenish electrolytes.

Go here to print this recipe:recipes_green_smoothie___berry_smoothie.docx
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FMTV offers a 21 day detox program.  It is just awesome and includes some delicious recipes.  FMTV is well worth the eight dollars a month in inspirational videos and programs for those who want to live a healthy life.  I am on day 15 and feel great. 

Here's their green smoothie recipe from the 21 day program.  It makes a filling breakfast.

Ingredients:
​​(use organic ingredients where possible)

• ​​1 banana, fresh or frozen
• 1/2 avocado
• handful of spinach
• 1 serving protein powder*
• 1 date, pitted
• 14 oz. plant-based unsweetened milk (coconut, hemp, almond, cashew or rice)
• 1/2 tsp. cinnamon

​Add all ingredients to a blender or Nutribullet and blend until smooth.

​* Avoid protein powders containing sugar, artificial sweeteners, additives and artificial flavors. Opt for plant-based protein powder using only natural ingredients.

Go here to print this recipe:  recipes_green_smoothie___berry_smoothie.docx
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