Why not lighten and brighten this spring with the Smoothie Challenge? We provide the healthy, easy recipes; you create and enjoy. Up for the challenge? So are we! Love coconuts! You get fiber and nutritional boasting rights, plus their oil has been referred to as the healthiest on earth. Just thank their medium-chain fatty acids (MCFA) for that! And exactly what does that mean? Well... protection from heart disease and a reduced risk of atherosclerosis; increased immunity, elevated resistance to viruses, and better metabolism. Not to mention great skin and hair. And THEY TASTE AMAZING!  

This Coconut Milk recipe is made from flakes and won't be like the coconut milk you find in stores. It is thinner, and the fat will rise to the top when chilled. A light, appealing flavor makes it a standout treat as is, or the perfect addition to any smoothie! * I like to use a higher ratio of coconut flakes to water for a richer drink. When purchasing flakes, avoid defatted or...

If you were offered a drink from the Fountain of Youth would you accept it? The only catch? Oh wait, there is none. It's Almond Milk and seriously, this powerhouse of a drink has earned its bragging rights!

Made from the healthiest nuts on the planet, it's low in calories, high in protein, and DELICIOUS. Kind of amazing to realize every single almond is loaded with nutrients − iron, calcium, fiber, and then some. And their monounsaturated fat (the good stuff!) is beneficial to your health. This antioxidant boosts the immune system, and its anti-aging properties (hello, Vitamin E) are great for skin, hair, and nails. Packed with cholesterol reducing properties, it is a healthy and satisfying addition to any day...

And mixed with a little pumpkin pie spice of the season... ahhhhhhhhh.  So how about it? The Fountain of Youth spilleth over. You in?

Ingredients:

• 1 cup almonds, soaked 8-12 hours
• 3 cups water
• 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
• 1/4 tsp of pumpkin pie spice

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