Fresh fruits and vegetables are a staple to any healthy diet, but they can also be used to help combat oncoming sickness and unwanted like in this distressing citrus smoothie by lifestyle blog Smile Healthy Kitchen. The smoothie contains fruits and veggies high in vitamin C and minerals to keep the body in tip top condition.
This 'Stress Buster' Orange smoothie contains several orange colored fruits and veggies that are the highest in vitamin C to boost the immune system and increase the chances of the body warding off unwanted ailments and stresses. The smoothie contains oranges, bananas, carrots and orange juice along with almond milk to create a creamy texture. The ingredients are blended along with ice and served instantly. This smoothie would be ideal to consume in the mornings.
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Trend Themes
1. Immune-boosting Smoothies - The creation of more smoothie recipes focused on boosting the immune system could open up a market for new health drink options.
2. Functional Nutrition - There is an opportunity to educate consumers on the benefits of consuming specific fruits and vegetables in their smoothies and how it relates to their health and well-being.
3. Personalized Nutrition - As more people become interested in nutrition, personalizing smoothies according to specific health concerns could become a popular trend.
Industry Implications
1. Smoothie Shops - Smoothie shops could focus on the creation of health-centered smoothies with a focus on functional nutrition to set themselves apart in the market.
2. Nutrition Education - There is an opportunity for nutrition education programs to create workshops where participants learn how to create healthy smoothies that cater to their specific needs.
3. Fruit and Vegetable Producers - Fruit and vegetable producers can market their products by highlighting their nutritional content and sharing recipe ideas for smoothies and other healthy drinks.