Organic Smoothies for a Healthy Pregnancy : Folate-Filled Fruit Smoothie, Veggies for Vitamins, Refreshing Raspberry Blend

1. Folate-Filled Fruit Smoothie

The sweet blend of fruits and vibrantvegetables in this recipe make for one splendid smoothie that’s packedwith vitamins and minerals, such as vitamins C, A, K, E, and B complex;folate; iron; calcium; and potassium. This power-packed smoothie willhelp ensure that you feel your best through all three trimesters—andit’s delicious too!

YIELDS: 3–4 CUPS

1 cup spinach

2 carrots, peeled

2 red Gala apples, peeled and cored

1 banana, peeled

2 cups caffeine-free red raspberry tea

1. Combine spinach, carrots, apples, banana, and 1 cup of tea in a blender and blend until thoroughly combined.
2. Add remaining 1 cup of tea as needed while blending until desired consistency is achieved.

IMPORTANCE OF FOLATE IN PREGNANCY

Among the important vitamins andminerals found to prevent birth defects, one of the most well known isfolate. Studies have shown that ideal levels of folate in pregnancyreduce or remedy the chance of neural and spinal-tube defects. You cantake a prenatal vitamin that includes folate, but what about naturalsources? Eating a diet rich in deep leafy greens and vibrant greenvegetables can provide a great amount of folate naturally.

2. Veggies for Vitamins

This delicious savory blend of spicy arugula,tomato, cucumber, celery, onion, and garlic combines with natural teato give your body an amazing amount of vitamins and minerals, such asvitamins A, C, and K; iron; and calcium. These are particularlyimportant for your baby-to-be’s bones and the development of his heart,muscles, and eyes.

YIELDS: 3–4 CUPS

1 cup arugula

1 tomato

1 cucumber, peeled

1 stalk celery

1 green onion

1 clove garlic

2 cups caffeine-free red raspberry tea

1. Combine arugula, tomato, cucumber, celery, onion, garlic, and 1 cup of tea in a blender and blend until thoroughly combined.
2. Add remaining 1 cup of tea as needed while blending until desired consistency is achieved.

	Calories	Fat	Protein	Sodium	Fiber	Carbohydrates
PER 1 CUP SERVING	17	0g	1g	15mg	1g	3g