Smoothie

Try soy milk with CARNATION BREAKFAST ESSENTIALS® to start off your morning right. Take a look at this Chocolate-Banana Soy Smoothie today!

You'll just love this Sumptuous Berry Shake, a CARNATION BREAKFAST ESSENTIALS® reader-submitted recipe from Marta R., New York, NY. Try it today!

Greet the day with this tangy creation, adding a soft drink twist to your favorite flavors. Become a morning person with this Sunrise Smoothie recipe.

Taste the tropics in minutes with the flavors of banana, apple, mango and creamy French Vanilla in this delicious Apple-Mango Madness smoothie!

Raspberries or blackberries can be swapped in for the blueberries.

Tasty, and healthy, too: Coconut water is high in potassium and other electrolytes. And Flaxseeds are a good source of beneficial omega-3s.

A sweet blend of ripe bananas, brown sugar, and nutmeg that only tastes decadent, this dairy-free, low-calorie smoothie uses almond milk to pump up the protein. Add a touch of almond extract to increase the flavor, or use chocolate almond milk and a tablespoon of peanut butter.

For a quick and easy glass of tranquillity, indulge in the mellow sweetness of vanilla and dates. This low-fat, creamy smoothie makes the perfect breakfast when you’re on the go or an energizing shake after a workout. Toss in a banana and 1/2 cup almonds for a filling drink or substitute soy milk for dairy. To create a silkier consistency, soak the dates for about an hour and then blend untilsmooth.

The key to this recipe is using a ripe, in-season peach. Here in Arizona, we get amazing peaches from the farms in the city of Queen Creek, as well as from Utah. It's always good to get to know the produce guys at your local grocery store because they will tell you when peaches are in their prime. Peaches contain numerous nutrients that are good for your body, including niacin, thiamin, potassium, and calcium. They are also high in beta-carotene, which promotes healthy hearts and eyes. The darker the peach's color, the more vitamin A it has in its pulp. Peaches may also help in maintaining healthy urinary and digestive functions. There's some evidence that flaxseed oil, which is a good source of omega-3 fatty acids, may help reduce your risk of heart disease, cancer, stroke, and even diabetes.

Pomegranate juice offers powerful antioxidants that strengthen the vascular system. Flaxseed adds a boost of fiber and omega-3 fatty acids.

Papaya supplies hefty doses of vitamin A and enzymes to aid morning digestion.

Cherries help prevent inflammation, and blueberries offer antioxidants, including vitamins C and K. African rooibos is a tea that’s high in antioxidants and subtly sweet, but you can also use rose hips, ginger, or hibiscus.

Avocado provides folic acid, fiber, and monounsaturated fatty acids; pear adds extra soluble fiber and sweetness.

A combination of mango, cantaloupe, and banana creates a taste of paradise with just the swirling of the blender.