Smoothies have now become very widespread and there are various types and colours. Be careful though, some are not good for the body
The smoothies they are cold drinks made with fresh fruit (and/or vegetables) and small pieces of ice. Initially born in the 1960s in the United States, they are now highly sought after by Italians too.
They have been found for some years now in most of the city and there are many bars that have ventured and specialized in their preparation. Their characteristic is that of being homogeneous and velvety as recalls the Anglo-Saxon adjective from which they change their name “smooth“.
However, they should not be confused with smoothies, as cow’s milk is not used and they are not milkshakes because ice cream is not used.
They are ideal for those who don’t have much time available and perhaps treat themselves to a drink of well-being and good humor at home that helps them fall asleep.
Smoothie: also useful for children and suitable for vegans
The smoothie, which is nothing other than the contemporary and American version of the local smoothie, requires very little time, in fact five minutes are enough. Once cleansed fruit And vegetables selected, it must be cut into pieces and inserted into the blender with any other ingredients, to be chosen with imagination. Without sugar it is light, with a little honey it can become even more palatable for children.
«The advantage is the possibility of making a nice seasonal mix», reports the nutritionist Laura Garnerone. «When we eat fruit or vegetables, we tend to consume one type at a time: an apple, a pear, two carrots… And perhaps out of habit we always choose the same flavours. With smoothies we ensure the supply of different nutrients, starting with vitamins and mineral salts.” For the vegansFurthermore, it is an excellent variant as the smoothies do not contain milk, but water, yogurt or vegetable drinks, such as soy, rice or almond drinks. Milkshakes are made with ice cream and fruit, milk is used in smoothies. So the good thing is that they are perfect for vegans, without the yogurt.
Smoothie: Here’s what I need to know
Smoothies are very suitable in summer, when the need to reach five portions of fruit and vegetables a day is combined with the need to increase water intake.
However, the main problem of smoothies is the absence of fibre, which is however fundamental for our well-being. For this reason, experts continue to push for the consumption of fruit and vegetables as they are found in nature. The advise the only thing remaining is, if possible, to blend them with the peel. In fact, it is there that there is the highest number of nutrients and fibre. Otherwise we can add oats, rich in proteins and fibre.
