Ingredient of the month: Hibiscus

This plant is sourced from the valleys of North Africa. It is believed that consuming Hibiscus tea will effectively lower high blood pressure and reduces cholesterol levels, thereby reducing the risk of heart diseases. Hibiscus tea is also believed to reduce the absorption of dietary carbohydrates and have been used by many to assist in weight loss.

Products:

•          Many teas.

POWER SMOOTHIES: SONIC SOY

Blueberries, strawberries, vanilla soymilk, spirulina, barleygrass, wheatsprout, alfalfa powder, and soy-based vegitarian protein powder.

Source: Booster Juice.

Choices in ingredients:

-       Consider getting the fruits frozen (e.g.: Europe’s best),

-       Also, consider adding Goji berries and/or whey protein powder to really get you energized.