Before diving into the world of supplements, it’s important to take a step back and look at your diet. You may think that incorporating vitamins and supplements means food is a free-for-all, (I know I did) when really it means the opposite. They are there for that extra boost but you need to have a solid understanding of nutrient dense foods and an active lifestyle to see any benefits.
I would say for me, a healthy microbiome is the most important for my mood, skin, brain function, metabolism, and pretty much everything else you can think of which is why incorporating one serving of vegetables in every meal is my mission each day. Now for those who aren’t big veggie fans, a serving in every meal may sound intimidating but trust me it’s easier than you think. Think simple; a handful of spinach in your favorite smoothie, carrots with hummus, or a salad the size of your head, all of these are great options to start with. Don’t get me wrong, there are some funky vegetables out there that have never and will never sound appealing, but once you find the ones you do like, you won’t dread adding that extra boost of fiber and nutrients to your diet anymore.
Fit Bar is the face of delicious and nutritious smoothies and even one of our best selling smoothies, the Green Machine, is packed with greens. Spinach is available to add to any smoothie on the menu and even any of our signature acai bowls. My personal favorite is the PP&J with added spinach of course, for some extra Vitamin K, A, C, and Iron. Stop by any location in Washington or California for a nutrient dense morning or midday smoothie, and don’t forget the spinach!
Down below is one of my favorite ways to cook vegetables that pack a punch of flavor without spending hours in the kitchen:
Preheat oven to 400 degrees (temperature varies between 375-425 depending on type of vegetable)
Wash and chop the veggies of your choice - I always go for brussels sprouts, sweet potato - add to a mixing bowl with 1 tbsp oil, 1 tsp salt, and 2 tsp garlic powder.
Evenly lay vegetables on a non-stick pan and cook for 20 minutes, flip half way through.
Serve on the side with your favorite source of protein and enjoy!
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Coach Liv, Pn1
