PINEAPPLE-BANANA SMOOTHIE

Pineapples are high in vitamins and minerals, especially vitamin C and fibre that help to build immunity. Prevent constipation and asthma. Pineapple is well known for its unique enzyme called bromelain that is believed to inhibit growths and relieve arthritis an help to digest fats in human body. [sources :whfoods.com and medicalnewstoday.com]

Pineapples are an excellent source of manganese as well as vitamin C, B1 and B6. Pineapples are also good source of copper and dietary fiber. Pineapples have anti-inflammatory properties and they helps with digestion. They conatin an enzyme, which helps breakdown protein.

 It is believed that there are almost 1000 varieties of banana in the world. Bananas are the most popular fruit in the world. The banana is, in fact, not a tree but a high herb that grows to 15 metres. The most commonly known Banana is the Cavendish variety, which is the one produced for export markets.

 Enjoy banana fruit, nature’s own energy-rich food that comes with a safety envelope! Fresh, creamy and delicious dessert banana are one of the cheapest and readily available fruits year around. It is one of the high calori fruit. It contains good amount of health benefiting anti-oxidants, minerals and vitamins. It is soft, easily digestible flesh made up of simple sugars like fructose and sucrose which gives instant energy and revitalizes the body.

To make pineapple smoothie, banana pairs well, the sweet and sourness balances the taste of the smoothie. Using cardamom or ginger is optional. Some folks feel discomfort after having pineapples in any form, especially in the throat. Ginger helps to keep the throat clear. Pineapple smoothie is  best to consume alone with without any accompaniment for better digestion and absorption of nutrients.  

 Pineapple-banana smoothie is simple to make filled with all the goodness of nutrients. A gorgeous and indulgent smoothie but totally healthy!

INGREDIENTS:

 2 Cups Fresh Pineapple Cubes

1 Large Banana

Honey [as per required]

1 Cup water or Ice Cubes

1 Green Cardamom [optional]

Small Piece of Ginger [optional]

1 tablespoon Sabja Seeds [optional][refer notes]

METHOD:

 STEP 1 – Cut off the skin of the pineapple, remove the core from the centre and chop to sizes that your blender can handle.

STEP 2 – Add rest of the ingredients to the jar and blend them well.

STEP 3 – Serve immediately to prevent or reduce oxidization of the fruits.

NOTE: Pineapples are not suitable for those having kidney problems.

             Sabja seeds need to be soaked well for about 2 or more hours, they can be blended along with the fruits or can be stirred in while serving.