Healthy After-school Treats for Kids and Adults

Written by amyr

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October 3, 2014

Laura’s back this week, with a delicious twist on fruit smoothies! — Denise

The fall weather is fast approaching, but that doesn’t mean I am giving up my morning fresh fruit smoothies! This is one part of my diet that stays consistent, no matter how crazy life gets. My daughter is almost 2-years-old and says “ewww” when I offer her some of my smoothie in the morning. Even though she likes every single ingredient, she won’t eat them pureed in a very noisy blender! When I asked her if she wanted to make homemade popsicles, however, she was all for it! Her favorite color is pink, so our recipes started there. Plus, she loves getting a “treat” for breakfast. Heading to the farmer’s market this weekend? Let your kids pick the fruit!

Apple-Raspberry Smoothie Popsicles
Yield 6 popsicles

Ingredients

3/4 cup 100% pure apple juice
1 apple, peeled and diced
2 clementines, peeled and segmented
1 Tbs chia seeds
8 raspberries

Directions

Place all ingredients in the blender and puree on high until smooth. Fill popsicle molds and freeze overnight.

Strawberry-Banana Smoothie Popsicles
Yield 6 popsicles

Ingredients

3/4 cup unsweetened vanilla almond milk
6 strawberries, stem removed
1 banana, peeled
1/3 cup blueberries

Directions

Place all ingredients in the blender and puree on high until smooth. Fill popsicle molds and freeze overnight.

My diet and exercise program has come to a stand still. And my sugar cravings have returned with a vengeance! When I was following a plan, I was amazed at how much energy I had. It is so easy to get wrapped up in my family’s needs, but I know if I am not feeling 100%, I can’t give 100%. I am going to get another month supply of Zija and start over with Denise’s 4-day Delicious Detox. To get me motivated, I’m developing some fall-inspired vegan recipes that the whole family will love. Stay tuned for some new South American flavors! — Laura

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