Aai Smoothie :: Healthy Lifestyles and Natural Weight Loss Information

Aai Smoothie

Rich in both fibres, this smoothie is a great way to get ground flaxseed into your diet. The probiotic yogourt also contributes to the health of your gastrointestinal tract.

1 - 100 g (3.5 oz) package frozen aai* pulp
1/2 cup (125 mL) 100 percent pomegranate juice
1/2 cup (125 mL) frozen unsweetened blueberries
1/4 cup (60 mL) probiotic low-fat vanilla yogourt
2 Tbsp (30 mL) ground organic flaxseeds

Place all ingredients into a blender, cover, and whirl until smooth. If too thick, let sit for 5 minutes, then whirl again. Drink.

*Touted as a super antioxidant, aai can be found in the frozen food section of your local health food store.

Makes one 1 1/2 cup (375 mL) serving.

Each serving contains: 370 calories; 9 g protein; 13 g total fat (2.5 g sat fat, 0 g trans fat); 63 g carbs; 6 g fibre; 60 mg sodium.

Source: alive #305, March 2008

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