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7 Life Smoothies you must try

There are many reasons why you must try these 7 Life Smoothies. If you are one of the more than 500 distributors that offer our products in your cafés, hotels, restaurants, schools, hospitals, gyms, catering companies or food trucks in the United Arab Emirates and the Middle East, you will have already tried them. And if you haven’t, what are you waiting for? If you are one of our many customers who enjoy these fruity combinations, you cannot miss any of these seven smoothies. If there is any that you don’t know we are certain that you will love them. Do none of the two groups above apply to you? Not a fan of smoothies? That is because you have not yet enjoyed Life Smoothies. After the first sip you will fall in love with the drink and brand.

THE BEST-SELLING: TOP 7

Take a note of the following, because we are going to give you a list of our best-selling products. We offer unlimited and delicious combinations of fruits and vegetables, but these are our customers’ favourites: the seven jewels in the crown.

Acai kick

Ingredients: BANANA – MANGO – ACAI – BLUEBERRY

Acai is a fruit from the plant of the same name that can be found in the Brazilian Amazon rainforest and grows in areas near rivers. Due to its excellent antioxidant properties and nutrients it is known as a super food. The purple colour of its juice combines with that of the blueberry in this rich smoothie, where we find a perfect balance between these two fruits and mango and banana.

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Caribbean Kiss

Ingredients: STRAWERRY – MANGO – MELON

Three classic fruits for a truly classic smoothie. Like a sweet kiss, fresh and smooth in a Caribbean paradise. Want to try it?

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Green Machine

Ingredients: SPINACH – CELERY – BROCCOLI BANANA – MANGO – PINEAPPLE

Its name says it all: a combination of fruits and vegetables packed full of vitamins. The best natural boost for the body. The best flavour for your palate.

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Raspberry Love

Ingredients: RASPBERRY – BANANA – BLUEBERRY

Made for raspberry lovers, who in every sip of this smoothie will enjoy the taste of this freshly harvested fruit, as if they had just picked it with their own hands.

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Strawberry Split

Ingredients: STRAWBERRY – BANANA – PAPAYA – CHERRY

Four ingredients to create a giant flavour explosion. Eye-catching, fresh, sweet and rich in taste.

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Mango Paradise

Ingredients: MANGO – PINAPPLE – PASSION FRUIT

The smoothness and freshness of the mango combined with the strong pineapple and passion fruit. The result? A drink that takes you straight to paradise.

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Tropic Colada

Ingredients: BANANA – PINEAPPLE – COCONUT.

A tribute to piña colada, with all the flavour of this refreshing, delicious drink, but alcohol-free, so everyone can enjoy it. With every sip of the Tropic Colada, you will be transported to a Caribbean beach bar, right on the beach and a stone’s throw from those crystal clear waters. Drink, let yourself go and travel enjoying this delicious smoothie.

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As we have mentioned in our other posts on this blog, all our products are 100% natural, with no added sugars, colourants or preservatives. Of course, every piece of fruit that has been selected by Life Smoothies is of the highest quality and was harvested and frozen when it is perfectly ripe. You can view the nutritional information of all these fruit and vegetable combinations on our website.

If you want to taste and/or distribute any of our products, do not hesitate to get in touch with us by calling us on +971 52 392 1761 or sending an email to [email protected].

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The best times of the day to enjoy a good smoothie

All times are good, but in this post we will give you a list of the best.

Any time is a good time to enjoy a good smoothie, and if it is Life Smoothies than even better. Lovers of this drink can enjoy it at all times of the day, but it is true that each one has its favourite slot. To start the day right with a good taste in your mouth, as a mid-morning snack, to add a sweet and refreshing touch after a meal, as an accompaniment to lunch, as an afternoon snack, as dinner to say goodbye to the day…The options are endless and all are correct.

Why is it a perfect drink for any time of the day?

  • Very easy to prepare!

The businesses that sell Life Smoothies make them in three simple steps. All they need is a blender, one of our fruit combinations and a few seconds, as we have mentioned in another post on this blog.

  • You can take them anywhere!

No need for utensils or Tupperware. If you are not going to drink it right away, you just need a well-sealed cup to take it anywhere with you. Something that comes in handy for the fast pace of life today, where sometimes we don’t even have time to stop to eat.

  • Because they are refreshing!

 When it’s hot it’s best to hydrate with a cool drink. Can you think of anything better than a smoothie?

This list could go on, but we are not going to deviate from the main purpose of the post, which is to talk about some of the perfect times to enjoy Life Smoothies.

To start the day right

For those in a hurry, for those who say they never have time to make a good breakfast or for those who simply want to start the day with a good taste in their mouth and a very nutritious drink. For all of you, Life Smoothies is a great option. While on your way to work or your school, stop by one of the many businesses that sell our products and drink it there or ask for it to go.

Take a break and feel energised!

That moment between breakfast and lunch, when our energy is already beginning to fade, and our body needs a little boost. It is mid-morning and your body needs a smoothie. What’s a good option? Here’s a list of our best-selling fruit and vegetable combinations.

At lunchtime

Another advantage of smoothies is their versatility. So, when it comes to lunch you can enjoy it both as a main drink, to accompany a solid dish, or as a sweet and refreshing dessert. You decide! You can also choose both.

In the afternoon

For both children and adults. Before going to extracurricular activities, on the way to the gym, to drink in the park… Our combinations are an ideal option for adults and children to have a little fruit and get some energy in this last stretch of the day, as well as enjoying a unique flavour.

Dinner, the end of the day.

Except for those who work at night, dinner is that final moment of the day, which we use to relax and enjoy a little bit of peace and quiet. We are often tired when we reach this time of the day and with little desire to cook anything complicated. In this case, you already know that Life Smoothies make it very easy for you. Say goodbye to the day as you deserve!

If you are a regular consumer of our products tell us what your perfect time of the day is. But if you like them as much as we do, it will be hard for you to choose just one.

 

 

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Common mistakes when making smoothies

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Smoothies are healthy, delicious drinks that contain lots of vitamins and are very easy to make. In a previous blog post we explained how to make them in three simple steps and in a very short amount of time. This natural soft drink is also ideal for drinking any time of the day: when getting yourself ready to face the morning, when taking a break and recharging your batteries, at lunchtime, as part of your afternoon break, at dinner time… any time is good! They are very simple to make and have many benefits. However, it is easy to make mistakes when preparing a smoothie and you can end up ruining the result. In this post we’re going to talk about some of these, so that you can put them into practice, whether you have one of the many hotel businesses where you distribute smoothies (cafes, hotels, restaurants, schools, hospitals, gyms, catering companies, food trucks and so on) or whether you usually make them at home.

ADDING A LOT OF SUGAR

Using extra sugar to sweeten your smoothie can turn it into a real calorie bomb and means that you lose all those qualities that make it a healthy drink. Remember: many of the fruits you use already contain sugars. If you make your smoothies with Life Smoothies pre-portioned sachets you won’t have this problem, as no sugar, preservatives or colourants of any kind are added. Enjoy the best taste, as well as a healthy product. No need to give anything up!

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TOO MUCH FRUIT

Very much linked to the previous point. Even if your drink doesn’t contain added sugars, the excess fruit in your smoothie can increase the number of calories it contains, turning it into a drink that is no longer healthy. Life Smoothies products are supplied in individual sachets containing just the right quantities for each unit. Forget about having to weigh fruits, or buying whole pieces when you only need part of it, or searching the internet for nutritional qualities… We make it all a lot easier.

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MIXING INGREDIENTS THAT DON’T GO WELL TOGETHER

If you randomly take fruits and throw them in the blender, the result will probably not taste so great. When you’re making a smoothie, it’s important to know which ingredients combine best with others; which are the right mixes to enhance the tastes that we like; and, above all, knowing how to get the best out of each fruit. With our Acai Kick, Caribbean Kiss, Green Machine, Raspberry Love, Strawberry Split, Mango Paradise and Tropic Colada, among others, the quantities are precisely calculated so that the taste is always the same.

NOT USING FROZEN FRUIT

Frozen fruit has many advantages over fresh fruit – as we’ve already explained in another blog post. It’s more economical. It’s always in season and at its ideal point of ripeness. It doesn’t go off. You don’t have to wash, cut, or peel it. There’s no risk of it containing bad bacteria… Do you need any more reasons? We’ll give you one more: it’s delicious!

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USING INAPPROPRIATE TOPPINGS

There are ideal companions for your smoothies, toppings that can enhance their taste and make them even better. But the opposite can also happen. Choose well, because a bad choice can ruin the end result. Not all ingredients go well with everything. Chunks of fruit and vegetables, nuts… There are plenty of options!

As you’ve seen, making a smoothie is simple, but you need to take into account a number of aspects. Because although it’s easy to make them, it’s also easy to ruin them. If you would like to know more about Life Smoothies products, please call us on +971 52 392 1761 or email us at [email protected]. We’ll be very happy to help you!

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Smoothie bowl, another way to enjoy your favorite drink

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Smoothies have been more than just a trend for some time now. This drink is here to stay and will remain forever more on the menus of hotels, restaurants and bars, on supermarket shelves and, especially, in our homes. For many people, smoothies have become one of their favourite drinks – because of how they taste, their freshness, the fact that they are easy to make and for their many virtues. A sign that this fruit combination has become an established feature of our lives is that it has already gone through a number of evolutions. New versions are appearing every day. One of the most successful is the smoothie bowl. And that comes as no surprise to us! Because it’s really good.

A different way of enjoying a smoothie

The main difference between the classic version that everyone knows and this one is that the classic is a drink whereas the other version is served in a bowl, eaten with a spoon and has different toppings on it – which, in addition to adding flavour, make it a very attractive dish.

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Thickness is key

It is very important that the fruit combination in this more modern version is thicker, so that the toppings stay in place and don’t sink in. To achieve this, you add less liquid than usual: coconut water, juices, vegetable drinks… as you know, our recommendation is to use apple juice. In this Life Smoothies blog post you’ll learn how to make a smoothie very simply. Another option to achieve a thicker base is to add fruits or vegetables that add creaminess – such as strawberries, bananas, raspberries and carrots… There are plenty of  options.

What can I crown my smoothie bowl with?

As we’ve already mentioned before, there are certain ingredients that can help you get the most from your smoothie. They make ideal companions that will always go very well together. For this type of on-trend smoothie, you could use toppings such as the following:

  • Seeds

Linseed, chia, poppy… Think of which you like best and add them.

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  • Fruit? Of course! Use your imagination.

Kiwi, pineapple, raspberry… Select fruit that goes well with your smoothie base, so that you end up with a coherent dish that has harmony between the products and flavours.

  • Dried fruit

Dates, raisins, apricots… Add just a small quantity, so as not to add too many calories or make it too sweet.

  • Nuts

Walnuts, almonds, peanuts, pistachios…

 

When making a smoothie bowl, there are no rules other than what we’ve already mentioned along with one other very important one that you always need to keep in mind: coherence! Think carefully about which toppings you use and in which quantities, so that it doesn’t end up being a jumble of things that don’t go well together.

Remember that you can always use Life Smoothies‘ fruit combinations as a base. You’ll find these on our website. For more information, please don’t hesitate to contact us:  +971 52 392 1761 / [email protected]. We’ll be delighted to help you!

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What should you eat before playing a sport?

Foods you can eat before playing a sport.

Diet and physical exercise are two of the pillars of a healthy lifestyle. They are closely linked and strongly affect each other. If your diet is bad, you will see few results no matter how much sport you do. On the other hand, good nutrition habits also need to be complemented with a proper sports routine – unlike the sedentary lifestyle of most people have today. In this new Life Smoothies blog post, we’re going to talk about a key time when these two very important aspects come into play.

What should you eat before playing a sport? What are the best foods at this time? Does it matter what you eat? Can it actually have a big impact on your performance? Could you maybe consider not eating anything before exercising?
Here, we’re going to look at the right diet for non-professional sports practice. This is because high-performance athletes may have different needs to those who play sport as a hobby or simply as part of a healthy lifestyle.

It’s important to eat before exercise

First of all, as most experts point out, it’s important to eat before exercising – because by eating certain foods you will ensure you get the fuel you need. A key aspect is that you eat the right foods for the sport you are going to be playing and what you are aiming to achieve. Ideally, therefore, you should consult a specialist. The same applies with the time of day that you are exercising: playing sport early in the morning is not the same as late afternoon, after a day’s work. So what you eat also needs to be taken into account.

 

Here, we’re going to show you some healthy options to consider before you go out training:

 

Smoothies, of course!

Smoothies meet two basic requirements that you should take into account before doing any sports activity. First, they provide a significant amount of water – something that it is essential to take into account not only before training, but at all times. And they also provide a good supply of nutrients to help you exercise better – an injection of energy that will positively affect your performance.

You have plenty of options. Always choose fruits, vegetables and combinations that contain no added sugars, such as Life Smoothies. Your choice of ingredients should be in line with the exercise that you are going to be doing, and ideally you should check with your nutritionist. Here you can see some of the favourite smoothies of Life Smoothies customers.

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Carbohydrates

Bananas, apples, smoothies, yoghurts, pasta… but be careful, make sure you have the right amount! Carbohydrates will give you the right amount of glucose for your physical activity. These foods are especially important for people who do high intensity training, including anyone training for over an hour at a time.

 

Prevent cramps before they start!

Seeds, soybeans, avocados, nuts, broccoli… You need to look for foods that are rich in minerals and are high in magnesium – a fundamental ingredient that will help your body prevent cramps during exercise.

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These are just a few of the many options available. As we said, it’s best to talk to your trainer and/or nutritionist so that they can advise you on a menu tailored to the exercise you’re going to be doing. But there’s no question that these foods can help you improve your performance, so long as you consume them in the right way and at the right time. If you want to find out more about our products, please head over to our website or find us on social media.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Quick smoothies, combinations for when you’re in a hurry

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Quick smoothies

Today’s pace of life leaves us little time to be at home or to prepare a good breakfast. If you’re always in a hurry but you don’t want to compromise on a good diet, the solution is quick smoothies.

It is a great alternative to get all the vitamins you need but without wasting your time preparing a generous brunch or a big snack. Hydration and nutrition are guaranteed with any simple smoothie you choose to prepare.

To prepare a smoothie in a short time, you only need fruit and if it is already peeled the process will be even faster. This is guaranteed with our smoothies, as you have a bag of frozen fruit that you choose and then mix with the base you like most, such as juice, different kinds of milk, etc.

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GREEN MACHINE

If you want to start the day with a green energy boost you can choose our Green Machine with spinach, broccoli, banana and pineapple.

TROPI COLADA OR CARIBBEAN KISS

If on the other hand you are more about exotic flavours, try our Tropi Colada with banana, pineapple and coconut, or our Caribbean Kiss with strawberry, mango and melon.

If you prefer a creamier smoothie, you can add ice cream, kefir, oat flakes, seeds or nuts to thicken it.  To top it off and add a different touch to your smoothie, you can finish it with a touch of bee pollen, goji berries or cocoa powder. If you have a sweet tooth and would like to sweeten your smoothie you can always choose cinnamon, vanilla or agave syrup.

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This will take just over 5 minutes. All you have to do is choose your smoothie, pour the fruits into the blender with the liquid base you have chosen, hit the button and finish your smoothie with an extra ingredient if you wish. If not, pour it into your glass and enjoy.

With this little effort you will get a balanced breakfast or snack without wasting time. You can even take it with you to enjoy at work, on the street, in the gym or wherever you want. You can also choose the smoothie that best suits you and your needs, whether you need an extra boost of energy or if you are on a detox and want to purify yourself.

Sounds good? So now you have no excuse not to try one of our smoothies and see how fast and easy it is to eat well.

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Differences between shakes and smoothies

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They may look the same and you’ve probably confused the two more than once, but there are clear differences between smoothies and shakes.

Differences between smoothies

The main and most important difference between these two drinks is in the texture and, therefore, in how they are made.

Shakes are made from fruits and vegetables, of which the juice and pulp are used. Shakes have a thick texture and usually include solid pieces of the recipe ingredients, i.e. fruits or vegetables. When the shake is finished, milk or yogurt can be added for a creamier texture.

When shakes have pieces of fruits or vegetables in them, they have more body and are thicker than smoothies. To make them, more fruits, cereals or yogurts are used, these are liquefied at a low to medium speed, and so the shake needs a longer preparation time.

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Shakes or smoothies?

Whereas, the concept of the smoothie has had a different evolution than that of the shake. Originally it consisted of fruit pulp, mixed with sugar and ice, but in recent years any juice or shake containing a frozen fruit or yogurt, or ice cream, is considered a smoothie. To make a smoothie you need to thoroughly mix the ingredients so that a smooth thick drink is formed. The resulting drink will have a greater volume due to the presence of air when it is being made.

Shakes are usually made using a mixer or blender, whereas smoothies are made using a blender, as the frozen fruit needs to be turned into a liquid. It takes less time to make smoothies because you don’t have to peel and cut the fruit as opposed to shakes.

Both drinks provide fibre, vitamins and minerals, enzymes and anti-oxidants. They are ideal for boosting energy levels, diet control, improving our mood and achieving a more balanced diet. Also, and depending on the ingredients we choose, they can have purifying properties for our body and help us eliminate toxins.

Now that you understand the differences between smoothies and shakes, and also all the benefits that both drinks can provide. Want to try them?

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Healthy intentions for starting the year

Healthy intentions for starting the year
Healthy intentions for starting the year.

At the start of each new year we make a lot of promises for living a happier and healthier life and 2020 will be no different. Below there are some suggestions that you can realistically achieve and not give up halfway, even if you do not keep them all. Take a good look.

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  • Start the day with more energy.

    If you are one of those people who find it hard to get out of bed and face the day, in the new year you should try to sleep better, to do some sport at the end or at the start of the day and to have a glass of vitality every morning. This you can do by having a breakfast smoothie like our “green machine”, based on spinach, mango, pineapple, broccoli and banana. The energy combination you need to face the day.

 

  • Don’t nibble between meals.

    Sometimes we get the munchies during the day and usually satisfy them with not-very-healthy, high-calorie foods. To keep this promise, we suggest you go to work with a flask or a cup containing one of our smoothies and combine it with nuts or healthy snacks.

 

This intention might be simple but including more fruit and vegetables in your diet is usually something that keeps being put off for a future date. If you find it hard and couldn’t be bothered to wash and peel, you could consume them in smoothie form. Our fruit and vegetables are ready to go in the blender and be eaten with a milk or yogurt base.

 

If you find it hard to drink the recommended daily amount of water, drinking smoothies is a good way both to keep hydrated and to ensure a simple and tasty energy intake.

 

Even if you do not diet cleanse every day, a little detox every so often is fantastic for your body. If you like smoothies, any of ours offers the perfect option for effortlessly eliminating toxins and cleansing you inside.

 

Although some intentions for 2020 will surely have been left off this list, we think that if you stick to these five, you will enjoy a year full of energy and be able to deal with any obstacle that you come up against.

Healthy intentions for starting the year.

Life Smoothies. 

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The must-have toppings on your smoothies

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The must-have toppings on your smoothies. Life Smoothies.

If you’re a fan of smoothies, I’m sure you’d like to give them that extra culinary and aesthetic touch. Toppings are just that extra touch your smoothie needs to turn out absolutely perfect. There are as many options and combinations as there are smoothies, so in this article we recommend some that can make your favourite drink a little more fun. Take note.

• Seeds

Here we can choose from many types of seeds, from chia, flax, pumpkin. These seeds help enhance the nutritional value of our smoothies. They have great nutritional properties, for example, they are a great source of fibre and protein. Some, like pumpkin, have anti-inflammatory properties and are a perfect complement to give an even healthier addition to your favourite smoothie.

• Cereals

In this section we have some cereals like quinoa, oats and granola. The first is gluten-free, helps keep cholesterol at bay and has a high amount of fibre. Oats are a source of vitamins A, B, E and D, provide good amounts of magnesium, copper, iron, zinc and small doses of calcium, folic acid and are very rich in manganese. Granola, on the other hand, offers a crunchier and sweeter touch but also many other properties such as fibre, vitamin E, folic acid and antioxidant properties.

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• Berries

Some berries such as redcurrants, blueberries, raspberries, are always perfect in your smoothies. They are small, decorative and also have antioxidant and diuretic properties and are rich in vitamin C.

• Grated fruit

Another ideal topping for your smoothies is grated fruit to give it a unique touch. For example, you can use coconut or others like apple or mango, and if you’re really adventurous you can also choose grated vegetables like cucumber or carrot.

• Spices

For example, cinnamon is an ideal topping to enhance the sweet taste of your smoothie. If you have even more of a sweet tooth, you can choose a chocolate and grate it to sprinkle over your smoothie.
With all these toppings there is no excuse to not give your smoothie a unique touch and at the same time enhance its taste with healthy and nutritious ingredients. Choose any of our smoothies and play around with the toppings. You’ll be able to complement your drink perfectly and make it fun. Which will you choose?

If you want to taste and/or distribute any of our products, do not hesitate to get in touch with us by calling us on +971 52 392 1761 or sending an email to [email protected].

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Do you know about layered smoothies?

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They’re fun, full of colour and original. If you like smoothies but also want to try shaking things up a bit to stop them from getting boring, then you’ll love layered smoothies! These smoothies have visible lines so you can see where one flavour ends and the next begins, and are broken into textures and graduated colours.

Colours of layered smoothies

Colours are what underpin this type of smoothie. And presentation is very important. You’ll want to serve it in a glass so that all the layers of colour and flavour can be fully appreciated. You can also add slices of fruit and seeds to give it that special touch.

We recommend that you make each layer of your smoothie separately. You could try using some of our colourful options – such as mixing the strong green of our “green machine” with the red tones of “strawberry split” and “raspberry love”, or the intense pink of our “acai kick”, and then finish it off with a touch of orange with our “mango paradise”.

It’s important that each layer is as thick and cold as possible so that it does not all mix together. For a more creative touch, you can try cutting some fruit into thin slices and layering them around the glass container you’re using for your layered smoothie. Use colourful fruits with seeds – such as strawberries, kiwis and figs – as these will stand out in the glass. Be sure to combine ranges of colour depending on the type of smoothie you’ve chosen for each layer. If you want it a bit darker, try using sliced blackberries or blueberries.

Seeds and supplements

And what about seeds and supplements? Which are best for your layered smoothie? Chia seeds can work really well because of their dark colour and will stand out in the rainbow of your layered smoothie. But you can also try flax seeds as well as nuts such as walnuts or almonds.

To give your layered smoothie an extra touch of colour, try using natural dyes like seaweed powder (spirulina), which can be green or blue. Matcha tea, acai powder and turmeric are other good options.

So, you now know how to make layered smoothies, their properties, and everything you need to do to surprise your guests with something creative and a bit different. People will never again use the word ‘boring’ when talking about your smoothies! Are you ready to throw yourself into the world of layers…?

If you want to know what to combine your smoothies with, here are the best ideas!