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<strong>Fertility</strong> Smoothies<br />
<strong>Elixir</strong>s <strong>for</strong> Optimal <strong>Fertility</strong><br />
By Hethir Rodriguez MH, CMT
Medical Warning and Disclaimer<br />
The in<strong>for</strong>mation shared in this book is provided <strong>for</strong> educational purposes only and is not intended<br />
to treat, diagnose or prevent any disease. The entire contents of this book are based upon the<br />
opinions of Master Herbalist Hethir Rodriguez. The in<strong>for</strong>mation on this book is not intended to<br />
replace a one-on-one relationship with a qualified health care professional and is not intended<br />
as medical advice. It is intended as a sharing of knowledge and in<strong>for</strong>mation from the research<br />
and experience of Hethir Rodriguez and her <strong>com</strong>munity. We encourage you to make your own<br />
health care decisions based upon your research and in partnership with a qualified health care<br />
professional.<br />
<strong>Fertility</strong> Smoothies - <strong>Elixir</strong>s <strong>for</strong> Optimal <strong>Fertility</strong><br />
Copyright © 2010 by Hethir Rodriguez MH, CMT<br />
All rights reserved. No part of this book may be produced or utilized in any <strong>for</strong>m or by any<br />
means, electronic or mechanical, including photocopying, recording or by any in<strong>for</strong>mation<br />
storage and retrieval system, without permission in writing from the Publisher.<br />
Published 2010
Table of Contents<br />
Introduction<br />
Q&A With Hethir Rodriguez: How Smoothies Can Help Your <strong>Fertility</strong> .................................... 4<br />
Chapter 1<br />
Smoothie Ingredients ............................................................................................................. 7<br />
<strong>Fertility</strong> Superfoods .............................................................................................................. 13<br />
Chapter 2<br />
Fruit <strong>Fertility</strong> Smoothies ....................................................................................................... 15<br />
Chapter 3<br />
Green <strong>Fertility</strong> Smoothies ................................................................................................... 33<br />
Chapter 4<br />
<strong>Fertility</strong> Issues - <strong>Elixir</strong>s and Tonics ....................................................................................... 39<br />
<strong>Fertility</strong> Puddings ................................................................................................................. 50<br />
Herbal Nut Milks ................................................................................................................... 55<br />
Tonic Soups ......................................................................................................................... 59<br />
Index<br />
By Smoothie Name ............................................................................................................... 62<br />
Special Offers .......................................................................................................... 65
4<br />
A <strong>Fertility</strong> Smoothie Q&A<br />
with Hethir Rodriguez MH, CMT<br />
What Inspired the Creation of this Book?<br />
One of the keys to boosting your <strong>fertility</strong> naturally is doing something daily to help nourish your<br />
body, endocrine system and reproductive system. The easiest way to do this is to include <strong>fertility</strong><br />
smoothies in your daily diet. We’ve had so many readers asking us <strong>for</strong> recipes and asking<br />
questions about how to use <strong>fertility</strong> smoothies and recipes <strong>for</strong> specific issues that this book came<br />
about as a way to provide a rich resource <strong>for</strong> women and men on their <strong>fertility</strong> journey.<br />
Why Use Smoothies to Help Boost <strong>Fertility</strong>?<br />
There are many reasons to drink smoothies to help boost <strong>fertility</strong>. Some of them are:<br />
Easy way to get a healthy meal<br />
Great way to include <strong>fertility</strong> superfoods in your daily diet<br />
They taste good!<br />
What Are Some of the Health Benefits of <strong>Fertility</strong> Smoothies?<br />
It depends on what you put into your smoothies. Different foods have different benefits and<br />
nutrients. Take a look at our ingredients chapter to see what each food offers. Personally I have<br />
seen a big difference in my mood, my hair is growing faster and healthier, I have a ton of energy<br />
and my immune system is great. Some of the <strong>fertility</strong> health benefits that may be realized are:<br />
balancing effect on cycle<br />
balancing of hormones<br />
increased egg health<br />
healthier blood flow to the uterus<br />
cleansing of the liver and blood<br />
hydration to the body<br />
reversal of <strong>com</strong>mon <strong>fertility</strong> issues<br />
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What Is the Best Way To Use This Book?<br />
The best way to use this book is to read through the book first, then jump right in and get going.<br />
Don't be afraid to try recipes that include ingredients you are not familiar with.<br />
After you have the idea of making fresh smoothies and the many benefits, start experimenting.<br />
Those who are beginners to making smoothies tend to like the sweeter ones, so it is fine to start<br />
with the simpler recipes, but make sure to move towards the greener and superfood smoothies<br />
over time as those are the most healing. Included in this book are ingredient lists to give your<br />
brain a jump start, so be sure to use them.<br />
How Are Smoothies a Great Way to Transition to a Healthy<br />
<strong>Fertility</strong> Diet?<br />
There are three reasons using smoothies as a way to transition to a healthy <strong>fertility</strong> diet is a<br />
great idea...<br />
1. They are really easy and fast to make, all you need is a blender and ingredients. Regardless<br />
of where you are you can get ingredients <strong>for</strong> a smoothie.<br />
2. Your cravings and food choices will naturally change to healthier ones over a couple of<br />
weeks.<br />
3. If you made no other change, but just fresh smoothies daily, you will still see results. Of<br />
course shifting to a whole food <strong>fertility</strong> diet is ideal, but smoothies daily can make a huge<br />
difference.<br />
Can I Continue to Drink Smoothies When I Be<strong>com</strong>e Pregnant?<br />
Yes, smoothies are wonderful <strong>for</strong> pregnancy. You will want to omit any herbs or foods that are<br />
contraindicated during pregnancy. But drinking smoothies can help to provide important nutrients<br />
as well as an easy to digest meal during pregnancy.<br />
What Kind of Equipment Do You Re<strong>com</strong>mend Using <strong>for</strong><br />
Smoothies?<br />
To make smoothies you will need a blender. You can find them at a store near you or order one<br />
from the Internet. They range from $40-$400 in price. My favorite one is the Vitamix. I also find<br />
it helpful to have a hand juicer or a electric juicer to make fresh juices to add to the smoothie,<br />
but it is not necessary.<br />
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What Do I Do If I Do Not Have Access to Fresh Fruit?<br />
Frozen fruit can be used in place of fresh fruit. But fruits are generally easy to find at any grocery<br />
store.<br />
What Do You Mean By Fresh Pressed Juices?<br />
Fresh pressed juices are juices that are freshly squeezed, by you be<strong>for</strong>e they are used <strong>for</strong> a<br />
smoothie or as a juice. They have not been pasteurized or cooked in any way. Bottled juices are<br />
not fresh pressed juices and do not contain the same health and healing benefits as fresh<br />
pressed juices have. Bottled juices have been pasteurized (cooked) so the sugars are more<br />
concentrated and the antioxidants and enzymes have been destroyed.<br />
How Do You Make Smoothies?<br />
Making smoothies is super easy. You place all of your ingredients into the blender, include a<br />
liquid and blend. It takes less than 5 minutes to make a meal that is nutritious and very portable.<br />
What Does “One Serving” of Superfood in the Smoothie Recipes<br />
Mean?<br />
In most of the smoothie recipes I have included <strong>fertility</strong> superfoods. The measurement next to<br />
each one will not be a specific amount (like a tablespoon) but based on actual usage (it will say<br />
1,000 mg, or something like that). I have done this because the actual measurement will be<br />
different <strong>for</strong> every product that you use depending on the brand that you purchase. So when it<br />
says 1,000 mg of maca (or whichever superfood) figure out how much that would be depending<br />
on the usage instructions on the product you are using. This is to make sure you are getting<br />
enough of the superfood to be effective and to also assure that not too much is taken.<br />
How to Make Your Own Smoothie Recipes...<br />
I have provided you with a lot of different <strong>fertility</strong> smoothie recipes in this book, but you can also<br />
make your own recipes by following this basic recipe:<br />
1 cup fruit<br />
1/2-1 cup liquid<br />
1-2 superfoods<br />
Include a protein food and/or a fiber rich food<br />
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Chapter 1<br />
Smoothie Ingredients<br />
<strong>Fertility</strong> Superfoods
8<br />
Apples<br />
Apples have the second highest level of antioxidants of any other <strong>com</strong>monly consumed fruit in<br />
the United States (cranberries are #1). They also contain a ton of phytochemicals, including<br />
quercetin.<br />
Apricots<br />
A great source of vitamin A, potassium and beta-carotene, apricots are one of the dietary staples<br />
of the Hunza people (folks from the Himalayas that live long and stay healthy).<br />
Blueberries<br />
This memory protecting food contains antioxidants and anti-inflammatory <strong>com</strong>pounds. Blueberries<br />
are the highest scoring fruit of all time on the ORAC rating — this means they are extremely high<br />
in antioxidants and photochemicals. These wonderful berries were also found to be the best fruit<br />
at inhibiting cancer promoting enzymes.<br />
Cantaloupe<br />
Rich in beta-carotene and potassium. Beta carotene is well known to protect against cell damage.<br />
Cantaloupe makes a great smoothie.<br />
Grapefruit<br />
Studies published in the Journal of Medicinal Food showed the grapefruits may help to improve<br />
insulin resistance. This means they can be helpful <strong>for</strong> women with PCOS and also with weight<br />
loss. Grapefruits are also packed with enzymes, they can reduce cholesterol and contain<br />
<strong>com</strong>pounds that may inhibit the the development of cancer.<br />
Grapes<br />
Grapes contain protective antioxidants to help protect against DNA-damaging free radicals. They<br />
also contain a <strong>com</strong>pound called resveratrol which has been shown to be one of the best antiaging<br />
substances around. Grapes also contain a powerful antioxidant that helps to protect the<br />
body from environmental stress and pollution. Make sure to buy these organic as imported<br />
grapes were on the list of top 12 foods contaminated with pesticides.<br />
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Citrus<br />
Citrus fruits such as oranges, lemons, tangerines, etc., are rich in vitamin C, contain antiinflammatory<br />
<strong>com</strong>pounds, have been shown to reduce bad cholesterol and increase good<br />
cholesterol. Lemons are highest in vitamin C and the most detoxifying out of all the citrus fruits.<br />
Grapefruits are great <strong>for</strong> weight loss, vitamin C, calcium and phosphorus. Oranges are rich in<br />
vitamin C as well as B <strong>com</strong>plex vitamins, zinc, potassium and phosphorus. Orange juice needs<br />
to be consumed right away <strong>for</strong> the best benefits. This is one juice that I do not strain the pulp<br />
from.<br />
Papaya<br />
Just the other day I tried papaya juice <strong>for</strong> the first time in my life. WOW, what a treat. It was<br />
fantastic! Papaya contains papain, an enzyme that helps to break down or digest protein. It also<br />
has anti-inflammatory properties. This can be very beneficial <strong>for</strong> women who have endometriosis,<br />
scar tissue or blocked fallopian tubes as the enzymes in the papaya may also break down the<br />
protein making up the tissue that these imbalances create.<br />
They are also high in vitamin A and C. Papayas are low on the list of pesticide contamination,<br />
so you can buy these organic or conventional.<br />
Pineapple<br />
Rich in bromelain. Pineapple is also rich in proteolytic enzymes which break down amino acid<br />
bonds in protein. Like papaya, pineapples may be helpful in breaking down scar tissue found in<br />
blocked tubes, endometriosis tissue and scar tissue. Its impact on blood sugar is low and it is<br />
high in manganese and vitamin C. Pineapples made the list of 12 foods LEAST contaminated<br />
with pesticides. Good to know.<br />
Strawberries<br />
Packed with antioxidants, strawberries also contain calcium, potassium, magnesium, phosphorus<br />
and vitamin C. These are best bought organic as they are on the top 12 list <strong>for</strong> pesticide contamination.<br />
Watermelon<br />
A wonderfully refreshing juice. You can juice the entire fruit, rind and all, as long as it is organic.<br />
Watermelon is abundant in lycopene, beta-carotene, and is a low glycemic food. Wonderful <strong>for</strong><br />
weight loss.<br />
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Pears<br />
I love juicing with pears. Rich in potassium, lutein and magnesium, pears make a great addition<br />
to a green drink, adding a little sweetness. Make sure to buy these organic as they are on the<br />
top 12 list <strong>for</strong> pesticide contamination.<br />
Dates<br />
Dates are a great way to add sweetness to a smoothie. They add a great flavor without using<br />
processed sugars. Make sure to remove the pits be<strong>for</strong>e throwing them into the blender.<br />
Oatmeal<br />
Oatmeal is a great addition to a smoothie as it adds important whole carbohydrates and fiber.<br />
This helps the smoothie to stick to you <strong>for</strong> a while. Rolled oats work great <strong>for</strong> smoothies.<br />
Hemp Seeds<br />
Hemp seeds are currently one of my favorite foods. They are rich in essential fatty acids, protein<br />
and fiber. I add hemp seeds to my smoothies almost every day because of how nutritious they<br />
are as well as how creamy they make the smoothie. You can find hemp seeds at your local health<br />
food store or online.<br />
Quinoa<br />
Quinoa is a super seed which is prepared like a grain. It is an amino acid-rich (protein) seed that<br />
has a fluffy, creamy, slightly crunchy texture and a somewhat nutty flavor when cooked. Quinoa<br />
is available in white or red (I love the red because of how pretty it looks when cooked) at your<br />
local health food stores. It can also be purchased online.<br />
Quinoa is rich in protein, manganese, magnesium (listen up migraine sufferers) and iron. It also<br />
contains all 9 essential amino acids.<br />
How to cook quinoa<br />
To cook the quinoa, <strong>com</strong>bine 1 part grain to 2 parts water in a pot. Bring to a boil, reduce, cover<br />
and let simmer <strong>for</strong> 15 minutes. I like to make a batch, have it with dinner and make enough so I<br />
have leftovers <strong>for</strong> my breakfast smoothie.<br />
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Vanilla beans<br />
Vanilla beans or the extract can add amazing flavor to your <strong>fertility</strong> smoothies and nut milks. If<br />
using the bean use one inch per 2 person recipe. If you are using the extract use 1/2-1 teaspoon<br />
per 2 person smoothie.<br />
Yogurt<br />
Organic yogurt is one of the only dairy products I am a supporter of. It contains beneficial bacteria<br />
which aid in its digestion as well as supporting your immune system. Make sure to eat only<br />
organic yogurt.<br />
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What You Will NOT Find in<br />
Our <strong>Fertility</strong> Smoothie recipes...<br />
Processed Sugars, Syrups, Artificial Flavors<br />
No need <strong>for</strong> these. The fruit in our smoothie recipes provide more than enough sweetness. The<br />
reason you want to avoid processed sugars in your smoothies and entire diet is because they<br />
lack the fiber that would allow them to enter the blood stream slowly. Instead, when you eat<br />
processed sugars they cause your blood sugar levels to spike, causing issues with hormones,<br />
health and inflammation.<br />
Homogenized Milk<br />
You won’t find homogenized milk or any dairy milk in our <strong>fertility</strong> smoothie recipes. Homogenizing<br />
and pasteurizing milk changes the milk’s molecular structure. In addition, hormones and antibiotics<br />
given to the cows can pass on to you. If you do want to consume milk it is best in its raw<br />
<strong>for</strong>m, or at least organic, in small amounts. In our recipes we trade out cow’s milk with nut milks,<br />
fresh juices or water.<br />
Soy Milk<br />
Processed soy products should be avoided due to their estrogen mimicking properties. If you<br />
need a replacement check out one of our nut milk recipes and include those in your smoothies.<br />
Soy Protein<br />
While protein powder is a great ingredient to add to your smoothies, we do not promote or<br />
suggest that soy protein be used <strong>for</strong> the same reasons as soy milk. Some great alternatives are<br />
whey protein (from clean cows that don’t have antibiotics or hormones), hemp protein or rice<br />
protein.<br />
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<strong>Fertility</strong> Superfoods<br />
Superfoods are foods that are nutrient dense, have an abundance of minerals, vitamins,<br />
antio xidants, and other beneficial ingredients in high amounts. Superfoods should be a part of<br />
every couple's <strong>fertility</strong> diet to help bridge the gap <strong>for</strong> proper nutrition, to nourish the egg and the<br />
sperm, and help to balance hormones. Here is a rundown of 5 <strong>Fertility</strong> Superfoods you should<br />
know about:<br />
Maca<br />
Maca is a wonderful superfood from Peru which helps to balance the hormones, increase egg<br />
health, increase sperm count and sperm health while also being a tonic <strong>for</strong> the endocrine system.<br />
Maca also helps to increase progesterone if the body is low in this important hormone. Maca<br />
<strong>com</strong>es in capsules, powder and tincture. It can be taken everyday.<br />
Royal Jelly<br />
Royal jelly is another <strong>fertility</strong> specific superfood which may help to increase egg health, the quality<br />
of the egg, and general <strong>fertility</strong>. Royal jelly is the food that is fed to a certain bee which is what<br />
trans<strong>for</strong>ms her into the queen bee. She goes on to live six years and lays up to 2000 eggs per<br />
day. Most bees live less than two months.<br />
Royal jelly is rich in vitamins A, B, C, D and E. It also contains minerals including calcium and<br />
iron, all of the essential amino acids plus antibacterial and immune stimulating properties.<br />
Royal jelly <strong>com</strong>es in capsules or in a base of honey. It can be taken everyday.<br />
Bee Propolis and Bee Pollen<br />
Bee propollis and bee pollen are two more <strong>fertility</strong> superfoods from our friends the bees. These<br />
foods are rich in nutrients. Bee pollen contains 50% more protein than beef and is rich in every<br />
vitamin and mineral. Bee Propolis is a powerful immune system stimulant and inflammation aid.<br />
It also helps women who have endometriosis.<br />
Bee propolis and bee pollen are available in capsules or in a base of honey. They can be taken<br />
everyday.<br />
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Whey Protein Powder<br />
While we all know that protein is essential <strong>for</strong> a healthy diet, many women do not get enough<br />
protein in their daily diet. In the <strong>fertility</strong> diet it is essential to have protein with each meal so your<br />
blood sugar levels stay balanced. This can be hard in our daily lifestyles so I suggest <strong>for</strong> you to<br />
use a protein powder. But it can be hard to find a protein powder that is acceptable with a healthy<br />
<strong>fertility</strong> diet. All protein sources should be organic or raised without hormones and antibiotics,<br />
and the protein source should never be soy.<br />
I have found one protein powder that is made from “clean” whey, which means it was made from<br />
cow's milk that does not have any hormones or antibiotics. It is called Fertilica Whey. Fertilica<br />
Whey does not contain sugars, dyes, or artificial ingredients. This has been essential <strong>for</strong> helping<br />
many women to stick to their <strong>fertility</strong> diet.<br />
Green Superfoods<br />
Green superfoods are green foods that contain high concentrations of nutrition. Imagine a<br />
vegetable with more protein than soy, more vitamin A than carrots, more iron than beef, that is<br />
a profound source of protective phytochemicals, naturally low in fat, source of the essential fatty<br />
acid GLA and is easy to digest.<br />
A powdered green superfood supplement like Fertilica UltraGreens makes it easy to get your<br />
greens every day.<br />
Pumpkin Seeds<br />
Rich in manganese, magnesium, iron, zinc and protein, pumpkin seeds are also packed with<br />
minerals. This is a food that is wonderful <strong>for</strong> both men and women. To use in smoothies soak <strong>for</strong><br />
a couple of hours and add 1/4 cup per smoothie.<br />
Flax Seeds<br />
Packed with omega 3 fatty acids (alpha linolenic acid to be exact) these seeds can be used in<br />
your smoothie in their oil <strong>for</strong>m or by grinding up the seeds in a coffee grinder. Flax seeds are<br />
anti-inflammatory, promote a healthy immune system as well as containing beneficial fiber.<br />
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Chapter 2<br />
Fruit <strong>Fertility</strong> Smoothies
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Tangerine Sunshine<br />
1 1/2 cups fresh tangerine juice<br />
1 whole tangerine<br />
3 fresh apricots, pitted<br />
3 dates, pitted<br />
1 1/2 tbsp ground pumpkin seeds<br />
1 1/2 tbsp ground flax seeds<br />
1,000 mg maca powder<br />
Put all ingredients into a blender and blend well. Pumpkin seeds are rich in zinc, iron and proteins.<br />
Flax seeds supply omega 3 EFAs in a vegetarian <strong>for</strong>m.<br />
Strawberry Fields<br />
1 1/2 cups strawberries<br />
1 banana<br />
1 1/2 cups fresh orange juice<br />
1 tsp lemon peel<br />
1 tsp raw coconut oil<br />
Put all ingredients into a blender and blend well. If you do not have a juicer to make the orange<br />
juice you can add a whole peeled orange with 1 cup of water instead. Coconut oil contains EFAs<br />
which are very important <strong>for</strong> hormonal production and balance.<br />
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Hempy Treat<br />
1-2 tbsps hemp protein powder<br />
1 1/2 cups fresh orange juice<br />
1 banana<br />
1 cup blueberries<br />
1,000 mg maca powder<br />
Put all ingredients into the blender and blend well. Hemp protein powder can be replaced with<br />
another type of protein powder. Hemp provides essential fatty acids, fiber, protein, and amino<br />
acids.<br />
Blueberry "Milk" Shake<br />
2 cups almond milk (see instructions page 56)<br />
2 bananas<br />
1 cup blueberries<br />
3 dates, pitted or 1 tbsp of honey<br />
1/2 tsp vanilla extract<br />
Blend until smooth and enjoy. You can also add some ice or frozen bananas if you want to make<br />
your "milk" shake thicker. Almond milk can be replaced with hemp milk.<br />
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Orange Aloe Healer<br />
1 cup fresh aloe vera flesh<br />
1 orange<br />
1/4 cup soaked goji berries<br />
3 dates, pitted or 1 tbsp of honey<br />
Blend until smooth. When using fresh aloe vera make sure to use only the inside gel from the<br />
aloe vera plant. Avoid the bright yellow gel near the skin of the plant. Aloe vera is very detoxifying<br />
and soothing <strong>for</strong> the body.<br />
Anti-Inflammatory Smoothie<br />
1 cup water<br />
2 cups papaya, diced<br />
1 cup pineapple, diced<br />
3 dates, pitted or 1 tbsp of honey<br />
1 serving green superfood<br />
Blend all ingredients until smooth. Using a green superfood blend, such as UltraGreens makes it<br />
easy to get a wide variety of greens into your smoothies without having to buy a bunch of different<br />
greens powders.<br />
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Banana Chocolate Bliss<br />
1 banana<br />
1 cup fresh almond milk<br />
2 tbsps chocolate powder<br />
3 dates, pitted or 1 tbsp of honey<br />
1 serving green superfood<br />
1/2 tsp vanilla extract<br />
1,000 mg maca powder<br />
Blend together and enjoy! Try using frozen bananas in your smoothies and it will give it a smooth,<br />
creamy consistency. The chocolate powder in this recipe could be raw or toasted. Raw chocolate<br />
powder will have more antioxidants intact.<br />
Enzyme Rich Colada<br />
1/2 ripe pineapple<br />
2 tbsp and up cilantro (amount to taste)<br />
1 cup water<br />
ice<br />
Cut a pineapple in half and take the skin off. Include the core of the pineapple as this is one of<br />
the best parts. Pineapple is rich in bromelain and enzymes that help to dissolve old protein<br />
deposits/tissues in the body. I first had this smoothie when I was in Costa Rica and have been<br />
blending cilantro into my smoothies ever since.<br />
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Cherry Vanilla Bliss<br />
1 banana, frozen and broken into pieces<br />
1/2 cup cherries, pitted (fresh or frozen)<br />
1 cup almond milk (see instructions on page 56)<br />
2 tbsps cocoa powder (preferably raw)<br />
1/2 tsp vanilla or 1 small piece vanilla bean<br />
Blend all of the ingredients together. You can also make walnut milk which tastes great with this<br />
smoothie.<br />
Maui Wowi<br />
1 banana<br />
1/2 cup celery juice<br />
1 cup mangoes, fresh or frozen<br />
1/2 cup papayas<br />
1 serving green superfood<br />
1/2 cup water<br />
ice<br />
Blend fruits and juice together. Add water and ice to achieve desired consistency.<br />
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Berry Berry Bo Berry...<br />
1 banana<br />
1/2 cup blueberries<br />
1/2 cup strawberries<br />
1/2 cup blackberries<br />
1 1/2 cup orange juice or water<br />
1,000 mg maca powder<br />
600 mg royal jelly<br />
Blend together and enjoy.<br />
Nutty Meal Smoothie<br />
1/4 cup hemp seeds<br />
1/4 cup almonds, raw and soaked<br />
1 banana<br />
1/2 cup strawberries<br />
3 dates, pitted or 1 tbsp honey<br />
1 - 1 1/2 cups water<br />
Blend and enjoy! This smoothie will stick with you <strong>for</strong> a while and has a thicker consistency. Make<br />
sure to blend this one longer than most. The nuts will break down in the blender and your stomach<br />
better if soaked be<strong>for</strong>e blending.<br />
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Blueberry Cashew Crumble<br />
1/2 cup blueberries, fresh or frozen<br />
1/4 cup cashews<br />
3 dates, pitted or 1 tbsp honey<br />
1/2 tsp vanilla or 1 small piece vanilla bean<br />
1 cup water<br />
Place all ingredients in the blender and blend until smooth. Cashews make this smoothie creamy<br />
while supplying important EFAs.<br />
Blood Builder Smoothie<br />
1 1/2 cups orange juice, freshly pressed<br />
2 tbsp pumpkin seeds (raw and soaked)<br />
1 tbsp hemp seeds<br />
1 banana<br />
1/2 cup cherries<br />
1 serving green superfood<br />
Blend ingredients together. Add water if you would like your smoothie thinner. The vitamin C in<br />
the orange juice helps the body to absorb iron and reduce heavy menstruation by strengthening<br />
blood capillaries. Pumpkin, cherries and hemp seeds provide iron and greens supply minerals<br />
that are important <strong>for</strong> blood and menstrual health.<br />
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Cherry Maca Smoothie<br />
1 cup almond milk (see instructions on page 56)<br />
2 cups cherries, pitted<br />
5-6 medjool dates, pitted<br />
1/2 cup hemp seeds<br />
1,000 mg maca powder<br />
I love this smoothie, rich in iron, calcium, protein and EFAs. I buy my cherries frozen and pitted<br />
at the health food store to make it easier.<br />
Chocolate Oatmeal Bliss<br />
1 banana<br />
1/8 cup oatmeal (dry)<br />
2 tbsps dark chocolate powder<br />
2 tbsps hemp seeds<br />
1,000 mg maca powder<br />
1 serving green superfood<br />
1 date (pitted)<br />
1/2 - 1 cup water<br />
ice cubes<br />
Put all ingredients in blender and add a small amount of water and begin blending. Add more<br />
water and ice cubes (I usually use 4) until consistency is how you like your smoothies. Let this<br />
one blend <strong>for</strong> a little while so it is smooth. Today’s fun ingredients are oatmeal and hemp seeds.<br />
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Cantaloupe Cooler<br />
1/2 - 1 ripe cantaloupe<br />
juice of one lemon<br />
1 tbsp fresh ginger shredded or juiced<br />
ice<br />
Blend until smooth. You may need to use just a little bit of water to get the blender moving, but<br />
the cantaloupe will turn into liquid quickly. So refreshing.<br />
Chocolate Coconut<br />
Cashew Blessing<br />
1 banana<br />
1 tsp raw coconut oil<br />
2 tbsps cocoa powder (preferably raw)<br />
3 dates, pitted or 1 tbsp honey<br />
1/2 tsp vanilla or 1 small piece vanilla bean<br />
1/2 cup cashews<br />
1 cup water<br />
1,000 mg maca powder<br />
Blend all ingredients together. Yum.<br />
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Watermelon Mint Cooler<br />
2-3 cups watermelon (if it is organic you can use the skin)<br />
1 tbsp fresh lime juice<br />
10 fresh mint leaves<br />
1/2 cup coconut water or water<br />
1 serving green superfood<br />
A refreshing drink that incorporates green superfoods into the blend. If the watermelon is organic<br />
you can also blend the skin which is full of nutrition.<br />
Antioxidant Gift<br />
1 1/2 cups orange juice, fresh pressed<br />
1/2 cup strawberries<br />
seeds of 1 pomegranate<br />
1/2 cup blueberries<br />
1/8 cup goji berries, soaked<br />
Blend all ingredients together and drink right away. The cleanest way to harvest pomegranate<br />
seeds is to scoop them out into a bowl, under water.<br />
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Chocolate Peanut Butter Cups<br />
1/2 tbsp sesame seeds (soaked in water overnight)<br />
1 tbsp almond butter or peanut butter<br />
2 bananas<br />
1 tbsp cocoa<br />
1,000 mg maca powder<br />
1 serving green superfood<br />
1/2 - 1 cup water<br />
Add all ingredients to blender, start with some water and add as needed to get desired consistency.<br />
Almond butter or peanut butter work great in this smoothie.<br />
Peach Pie Smoothie<br />
1 cup almond milk<br />
2 peaches, pitted<br />
3 dates, pitted or 1 tbsp of honey<br />
1/2 tsp vanilla or 1 small piece vanilla bean<br />
1,000 mg maca powder<br />
1/2 tsp cinnamon<br />
1/4 tsp nutmeg<br />
Blend all ingredients together and enjoy. Adding spices to your smoothies can help to enhance<br />
the flavors of the fruit or help to cover up superfoods which may taste strong to you.<br />
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Apple Bee Bliss<br />
1 cup fresh apple juice<br />
1 cup strawberries<br />
1 tbsp bee pollen<br />
600 mg royal jelly<br />
3 dates, pitted or 1 tbsp of honey<br />
Blend together and enjoy the bliss. Bee pollen and royal jelly are super nutritious providing<br />
immune supporting properties and <strong>fertility</strong> nourishing <strong>com</strong>pounds.<br />
Pear Blueberry Smoothie<br />
1 banana<br />
1 pear<br />
2 tbsps hemp protein<br />
2 tbsps hemp seeds<br />
3 dates, pitted or 1 tbsp honey<br />
1/2 - 1 cup water<br />
ice<br />
Blend all ingredients together and enjoy slowly. I love hemp! Hemp seeds, hemp protein and<br />
hemp oil are great <strong>for</strong> any smoothie, supplying protein, iron, EFAs and fiber.<br />
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Anytime Smoothie<br />
1 1/2 cups water<br />
1/2 cup blueberries<br />
1/2 cup strawberries<br />
1/2 cup pineapple<br />
1/2 cup mangos<br />
2 tbsps hemp protein<br />
1 serving green superfood<br />
1,000 mg maca powder<br />
Blend together and enjoy at any time. This smoothie is guaranteed to make any skeptic happy.<br />
Peaches and Cream<br />
2 peaches (take fruit off pit)<br />
1 banana<br />
1,000 mg maca powder<br />
1 cup almond milk<br />
1 tsp vanilla<br />
1/2 - 1 cup water<br />
Add all ingredients to the blender. I add a little bit of water to start with to get the consistency<br />
that I like. I also like to have some bananas in the freezer so it chills the smoothie and adds a<br />
great creaminess. If you find that you are hungry an hour after drinking your smoothie, add<br />
additional bananas, nuts or protein powder, they will pack additional calories to keep you<br />
energized throughout your morning.<br />
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Antioxidant Blast<br />
1/4 cup blueberries<br />
1/4 cup strawberries<br />
1 banana<br />
1 handful spinach<br />
1,000 mg maca powder<br />
50 mg CoQ10 (open capsule and empty contents into smoothie)<br />
1 date (pitted)<br />
1 serving protein powder<br />
1/2 - 1 cup water<br />
Add all ingredients to a blender and blend. I add a little water to begin with and add more as<br />
needed. Don’t fear the spinach in this smoothie, just try it. When I first started adding spinach to<br />
my smoothies I was scared that it was going to taste weird and bitter, but it doesn’t. The spinach<br />
just disappears into the smoothie and you can’t taste it at all.<br />
Apricot Hemp Smoothie<br />
2 bananas<br />
1 cup hemp seed milk<br />
2-3 apricots (1/2 dried)<br />
1,000 mg maca powder<br />
Blend and enjoy. This is really good if the bananas are frozen. Yum.<br />
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Andes Dream<br />
1/4 cup quinoa (cooked and refrigerated)<br />
1 handful spinach (raw)<br />
1 banana<br />
1/4 cups blueberries (frozen)<br />
2 tbsps hemp seeds<br />
1-2 dates, pitted<br />
1,000 mg maca powder<br />
Put all ingredients into a blender, add water and blend. Add more water until desired consistency<br />
manifests. Make sure quinoa is not hot. Refrigerated quinoa is best <strong>for</strong> smoothies.<br />
The Andes Mountains stretch over 5500 miles from the southern tip of Argentina and Chile to<br />
the northern part of Columbia in South America. Both Maca and Quinoa are from this beautiful<br />
mountain range.<br />
Zinc Powerhouse<br />
2 apples, cored<br />
1/4 cup celery juice<br />
1 bunch grapes<br />
juice from one lemon<br />
1/4 cup pumpkin seeds, soaked<br />
1 banana<br />
Blend all ingredients together and enjoy!<br />
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Mango Lassi<br />
1 mango (fresh or frozen)<br />
1/4 cup yogurt<br />
1,000 mg maca powder<br />
1 tsp vanilla<br />
1/2 tsp cardamon<br />
1 handful spinach<br />
1 banana<br />
1 tbsp sesame seeds<br />
1/2 - 1 cup water<br />
Place all ingredients in a blender and blend. Add water as needed <strong>for</strong> correct consistency. If you<br />
like it sweeter add a date. If you were to ask me what my favorite food was (and it happened to<br />
be summer), I would say without a doubt, MANGOES! Being from an island and growing up with<br />
tropical fruits, this one has stuck with me as my favorite food. When in season I eat a couple a<br />
day. Another great thing about mangoes is that they are rich in vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants.<br />
This is my <strong>fertility</strong> version of the wonderful mango lassi from India.<br />
Chocolate Maca Yummy<br />
1 banana<br />
3 dates<br />
1/2 tsp vanilla extract<br />
1,000 mg maca powder<br />
2 tbsps cocoa powder (raw preferably)<br />
Wanting a treat or something sweet. This smoothie fits the bill. Simple yet so very good.<br />
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Jason’s Favorite Smoothie<br />
1 banana<br />
1 serving protein powder (whey or hemp)<br />
1/4 cup blueberries<br />
1/4 cup strawberries<br />
1/4 cup mango<br />
1,000 mg maca powder<br />
1 serving green superfood<br />
2 tbsps hemp seeds<br />
1/2 - 1 cup water<br />
Add ingredients to the blender and add water as needed to create your favorite thickness <strong>for</strong><br />
your smoothie. Pour and enjoy!<br />
Island Girl Colada<br />
1/8 cup pineapple<br />
1/4 cup mango<br />
1/4 cup strawberries<br />
1 banana<br />
1,000 mg maca powder<br />
600 mg royal jelly<br />
1/2 - 1 cup water<br />
Blend all ingredients together. Add water as needed <strong>for</strong> desired consistency. If you are using all<br />
fresh fruit you may want to add some ice cubes to get the slushiness of a colada.<br />
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Coconut Mint Green Monster<br />
1 cup coconut water<br />
1 handful green leaf lettuce (romaine is wonderful)<br />
5 - 6 sprigs mint<br />
juice of 1 lime<br />
1/2 cup coconut meat<br />
3 dates, pitted or 1 tbsp of honey<br />
Blend ingredients together and enjoy! Coconut contains beneficial essential fats and has antiinflammatory<br />
properties.<br />
Costa Rican Smoothie<br />
1 cup papaya<br />
1 handful cilantro<br />
1/2 - 1 cup water<br />
While I was in Costa Rica I discovered this smoothie at a restaurant we were eating at. It was<br />
one of the best smoothies I have ever had. You could also trade out the papaya <strong>for</strong> pineapple. If<br />
you can't find the fruit fresh replace it with frozen fruit.<br />
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Popeye's Smoothie<br />
1 handful spinach<br />
1/2 cup strawberries<br />
1 banana<br />
1/4 cup hemp seeds<br />
1/2 - 1 cup water<br />
This is a simple, tasty smoothie. Great one to start with if you are not sure about putting greens<br />
into your smoothies. The vitamin C in the strawberries helps the iron to be absorbed from the<br />
spinach.<br />
Wild Green Smoothie<br />
2 cups chickweed, lambsquarters or spinach<br />
1 banana<br />
1 mango<br />
2 cups water<br />
If you recognize any of these nutritious weeds try them out in your smoothie. If chickweed and<br />
lambsquarters are <strong>for</strong>eign to you, replace them with spinach.<br />
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Parsley Love<br />
1 bunch parsley<br />
2 mangoes<br />
2 cups water<br />
Simple parsley recipe. Parsley is rich in vitamins K, C, A, folic acid and iron. It also contains<br />
<strong>com</strong>pounds which are known to neutralize carcinogens. It has also been found to help increase<br />
the antioxidant capacity of the blood. This is helpful when you are trying to get all of these great<br />
nutrients to your eggs.<br />
Simply Green<br />
8 leaves romaine lettuce<br />
5 cups watermelon<br />
1 cup water<br />
This is a refreshing smoothie that provides nutrients in a tasty smoothie. Romaine is packed<br />
with nutrients including vitamins K, A, C, folic acid and iron. Watermelon contains electrolytes<br />
and antioxidants. This is a great smoothie on a hot day.<br />
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Iron Tonic<br />
1/2 cup cherries<br />
1/2 cup red grapes<br />
1 handful spinach<br />
1/2 - 1 cup water<br />
This smoothie is rich in whole food iron and antioxidants. Spinach is packed with vitamin K, A,<br />
manganese, folic acid, magnesium, iron, vitamin C, calcium, potassium and the list goes on<br />
<strong>for</strong>ever. Spinach is one of the easiest greens to add to a smoothie. The leaves blend easily and<br />
you can't even taste it in the smoothie.<br />
Refreshing Green Smoothie<br />
8 leaves of romaine lettuce<br />
1/2 honeydew melon<br />
2 cups water<br />
Another refreshing smoothie that is quick to make, easy to digest and filled to the brim with nutrition.<br />
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Green Surprise<br />
1/2 cup pineapple<br />
1/2 cup strawberries<br />
2 kale leaves (remove spine)<br />
Oh boy, I sure do love everything in this smoothie. Pineapple is generously filled with manganese,<br />
vitamin C and enzymes. It has potential anti-inflammatory effects which women with PCOS and<br />
endometriosis will find helpful. It also aids in digestion. Kale lends its detoxification properties to<br />
this smoothie, supporting the body in getting rid of harmful <strong>com</strong>pounds.<br />
Pinekale<br />
1/2 a fresh pineapple (or more)<br />
2 kale leaves (remove spine)<br />
1/2 - 1 cup water<br />
ice<br />
Blend together until smooth. Add water until the consistency is to your liking.<br />
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The smoothies in this section of the book are designed specifically <strong>for</strong> each <strong>fertility</strong> topic. These<br />
are not meant to be the only smoothie you drink daily, but to spur ideas and focus on including<br />
the ingredients that are specific <strong>for</strong> the issue you wish to base your recipes around.<br />
PCOS<br />
Key Ingredients:<br />
Maca<br />
Vitex<br />
Chia Seeds<br />
Protein Powder<br />
Quinoa<br />
Oatmeal<br />
EFAs<br />
Stevia<br />
Tips:<br />
1. Stay away from fruit juices in your smoothies. Replace this with nut milks or water. Fruit<br />
juices may cause a spike in the blood sugar which adds to the insulin resistance that PCOS<br />
is known to be caused by.<br />
2. Add fiber to your smoothies. Fiber helps to slow the release of sugars into your blood stream.<br />
Great fiber additions to a smoothie could be wheat germ, chis seeds, quinoa or oatmeal.<br />
3. Use protein powder in your smoothies. Protein can help to regulate the release of the sugars<br />
in the smoothies into your blood stream.<br />
4. Add your daily supplements to your smoothies to make it easy to take all the things you<br />
need to.<br />
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PCOS Smoothie #1<br />
1/3 cup hemp seeds<br />
1/2 cup blueberries<br />
1 cup water<br />
1,000 mg maca powder<br />
900 - 1,000 mg Vitex<br />
1/2 tbsp vanilla extract<br />
small pinch of stevia (optional)<br />
Blend until smooth and enjoy. You can also add some ice if you want to make your "milk" shake<br />
thicker. Almonds (soaked) can replace hemp seeds if you are not able to find them. Stevia is an<br />
herb that is sweet to the taste but does not contain any sugars. This is a great “sweetener” <strong>for</strong><br />
women with PCOS to use.<br />
PCOS Smoothie #2<br />
1/3 cup oatmeal<br />
1 cup peaches<br />
1 cup water<br />
1,000 mg maca powder<br />
900 - 1,000 mg Vitex<br />
1 serving flax oil<br />
1 banana<br />
Blend until smooth and enjoy. The fiber from the oatmeal helps to regulate the release of the<br />
fruit sugars in this smoothie.<br />
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Thyroid Health<br />
Key Ingredients:<br />
Ashwaganda<br />
Vitamin E Foods: Sunflower Seeds, Almonds, Papaya, Blueberries<br />
Zinc Foods: Sesame Seeds, Pumpkin Seeds, Yogurt<br />
Sea Vegetables<br />
Tips:<br />
1. Include greens in your smoothies. Spinach and kale cannot be detected when blended with<br />
fruit.<br />
2. Use a thyroid gland supportive tonic like ashwaganda in your smoothies daily.<br />
3. Include foods high in vitamin E in your smoothies. This includes sunflower seeds, almonds,<br />
papaya and blueberries.<br />
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Thyroid Health Smoothie #1<br />
1/4 cup soaked sunflower seeds<br />
1 cup water<br />
1 serving ashwaganda<br />
1/2 cup papaya<br />
1 banana<br />
Blend together well until smooth and enjoy.<br />
Thyroid Health Smoothie #2<br />
1 cup almond milk<br />
1 frozen banana<br />
1/2 cup strawberries<br />
1 tbsp sesame seeds or tahini<br />
1 serving green powder<br />
Blend together and enjoy!<br />
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Endometriosis<br />
Key Ingredients:<br />
Pineapple<br />
Papaya<br />
Leafy Greens<br />
Quinoa<br />
Chia Seeds<br />
Bee Propolis<br />
Maca<br />
Tips:<br />
1. Eat foods rich in enzymes such as pineapple and papaya. The special enzymes in these fruits<br />
may help to support your body in reducing the inflammation caused from endometriosis.<br />
2. Eat fiber rich foods like quinoa and chia seeds. Fiber in the system helps the body to get rid<br />
of excess hormones<br />
3. Add superfoods such as propolis and maca to your smoothies to help with hormonal balance<br />
and reduce the pain caused from endometriosis.<br />
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Enodmetriosis Smoothie #1<br />
1/3 cup papaya<br />
1/3 cup pineapple<br />
1 banana<br />
1 serving maca<br />
1 serving Alive Bee Power or bee propolis (the latter being hard to find)<br />
1 serving protein powder<br />
1 cup water<br />
Blend together until desired consistency. This one tastes like a colada.<br />
Endometriosis Smoothie #2<br />
1 cup fresh pineapple juice<br />
1 cup frozen strawberries<br />
1 handful of spinach<br />
1 serving maca<br />
Blend together adding water as needed. This one turns out like a fun slushy because of the<br />
frozen strawberries. If you can’t make fresh pineapple juice just add fresh pineapple to the<br />
smoothie and a little water.<br />
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Egg Health Smoothie<br />
Key Ingredients:<br />
Vitex<br />
Maca<br />
Royal Jelly<br />
Green Superfood Powder<br />
Berries<br />
Dark Leafy Greens<br />
Pumpkin Seeds<br />
EFAs<br />
Sesame Seeds<br />
Ginger<br />
Oranges<br />
L Arginine<br />
Alpha Lipoic Acid<br />
Tips:<br />
1. When it <strong>com</strong>es to trying to improve your egg health the key is to eat a really healthy diet <strong>for</strong> at<br />
least 3 months (more is preferable) be<strong>for</strong>e you are trying to conceive.<br />
2. Use supplements and therapies that help to increase circulation to the ovaries and uterus.<br />
This will help to carry all of the important nutrients you are eating to your eggs.<br />
3. Antioxidants are your friend. By eating a diet rich in fruit, greens and superfoods you are<br />
supplying your body with important antioxidants. Antioxidants help to protect the DNA of your<br />
cells as well as protect your egg cells from free radicals.<br />
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Egg Health Smoothie #1<br />
1 banana<br />
1 cup fresh orange juice<br />
1/3 cup blueberries<br />
1/3 cup strawberries<br />
1 serving maca<br />
1 serving EFAs<br />
1 serving green powder<br />
Blend together and enjoy! EFAs could <strong>com</strong>e from flax oil, flax seeds, hemp seeds or hemp oil.<br />
Egg Health Smoothie #2<br />
1/2 cup peaches (frozen)<br />
1 banana<br />
1/3 cup strawberries<br />
1 handful spinach<br />
1 serving L Arginine<br />
1 serving Alpha lipoic acid or CoQ10<br />
1 cup water<br />
1/3 cup hemp seeds<br />
Blend until smooth. This recipe includes supplements that you normally take in capsule <strong>for</strong>m. To<br />
use them in your smoothie just open the capsule and dump the contents into the mix.<br />
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Men’s <strong>Fertility</strong> Smoothies<br />
Key Ingredients:<br />
L Arginine<br />
L Carnitine<br />
Maca<br />
Ginseng<br />
Tribulus<br />
Royal Jelly<br />
Tips:<br />
1. You can make a smoothie <strong>for</strong> two and add the superfoods at the end.<br />
2. Diet can have just as big of an impact on the man as it does the woman.<br />
3. Smoothies may be the best way to get supplements into a picky man who is not much into<br />
health (sneaky I know ;) ).<br />
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Male <strong>Fertility</strong> Smoothie<br />
1 banana<br />
1/2 cup pineapple<br />
1/2 cup strawberries<br />
1 serving maca<br />
1 serving L Carnitine<br />
1 serving tribulus<br />
Blend together and serve in a fun glass. This recipe includes supplements that you normally<br />
take in capsule <strong>for</strong>m. To use them in your smoothie just open the capsule and dump the contents<br />
into the smoothie.<br />
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<strong>Fertility</strong> Puddings<br />
What is a <strong>Fertility</strong> Pudding?<br />
A <strong>fertility</strong> pudding is an alternate way to get nourishing foods and <strong>fertility</strong> superfoods (maca and<br />
green superfoods) into your day. They are similar to smoothies but omit the liquid. Don't be fooled<br />
by the ingredients, these puddings taste fantastic and make a healthy dessert.<br />
Green superfood powders are wonderful to add to your <strong>fertility</strong> pudding. They are mild tasting,<br />
packed with protein, minerals, vitamins and chlorophyll.<br />
Maca powder is really versatile and can be added to <strong>fertility</strong> puddings as well as many foods,<br />
including oatmeal, baking recipes and hummus. <strong>Fertility</strong> puddings can be eaten any time of day<br />
and will keep in the fridge <strong>for</strong> a couple of days. They do taste best fresh though.<br />
Banana Pudding<br />
2 bananas<br />
1/2 avocado<br />
2 dates (pitted)<br />
1,000 mg maca powder<br />
1 serving green superfood<br />
optional: 1/2-1 tsp chocolate powder<br />
Add all ingredients in the blender. Use a little bit of water just to get things moving. The<br />
consistency when it is ready is a smooth pudding. You can do a lot with puddings. You can add<br />
oatmeal, almond butter or any type of fruit you want. Have fun and experiment. Also make plenty<br />
to share.<br />
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Chia Coconut Pudding<br />
1 tbsp chia seed<br />
1 banana<br />
1/4 cup fresh coconut meat<br />
1/8 cup walnuts<br />
1,000 mg maca powder<br />
To get fresh coconut meat you can crack a coconut open and scoop out the meat. If you do not<br />
have access to fresh coconuts then replace it with shredded coconut. Mix all ingredients in a<br />
blender and enjoy.<br />
Mango Banana Pudding<br />
1 mango<br />
1 banana<br />
1 serving green superfood<br />
If you are finding a full serving of green superfoods to be too strong, then start with smaller<br />
amounts. Taken on a daily basis they can still make a difference. After a while your taste buds<br />
will get used to the flavor and you can increase the amount.<br />
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Papaya Pudding<br />
1 cup papaya<br />
1 banana<br />
1 1/2 tsp tahini<br />
1,000 mg maca powder<br />
1 serving green superfood<br />
Blend all ingredients together using a little bit of water to get things moving.<br />
Chia Tapioca Pudding<br />
2 tbsp chia<br />
1 cup almond milk<br />
1,000 mg maca powder<br />
1/4 tsp vanilla<br />
Stir all ingredients together in a bowl and let sit <strong>for</strong> 30 minutes to turn into pudding, stirring once<br />
in a while.<br />
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Nutty <strong>Fertility</strong> Spread/Snack<br />
1 tbsp almond butter<br />
1 tsp maca<br />
1 tsp royal jelly<br />
1/2 tbsp honey<br />
1 tsp cocoa powder<br />
Mix together with a spoon. This tastes like Nutella. Eat as is, or use as a spread <strong>for</strong> peanut butter<br />
and jelly sandwich, or even on a rice cake. Yum.<br />
BeeLive Pudding<br />
2 tbsps bee pollen<br />
1 avocado<br />
2 tbsps honey<br />
1 banana<br />
Blend together in a blender into a pudding, adding a little water to get things going.<br />
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Peanut Butter Cup Pudding<br />
1 1/2 tbsp almond butter or peanut butter<br />
1 tsp cocoa powder<br />
1 banana<br />
1 tbsp maca<br />
royal jelly<br />
1 tbsp honey<br />
Blend together in a blender. Use a little water to get it moving. Yum, yum, yum.<br />
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Herbal Nut Milks<br />
What is a <strong>Fertility</strong> Pudding?<br />
Nut milks are a wonderful alternative to dairy milk. Since they are made fresh they contain viable<br />
essential fatty acids, easy to digest proteins and calcium. Once I started making nut milks I was<br />
not able to go back to the boxed milks sold on the shelf.<br />
Nut milks can be used in various ways. They can be used in place of milk <strong>for</strong> teas, cereals, baking<br />
and as a base liquid in smoothies.<br />
If you would like to see an instructional video on how to make nut milks click here:<br />
www.youtube.<strong>com</strong>/watch?v=qxhNx4eyw0I<br />
Basic Nut Milk Recipes<br />
Hemp Milk<br />
1/4 cup hemp nuts/seeds<br />
4 cups water<br />
1 tbsp vanilla<br />
2 tbsps honey<br />
Blend in blender and serve as is or strain through a strainer or nut milk bag.<br />
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Almond Milk<br />
1 cup almonds (soaked <strong>for</strong> at least 4 hours or overnight)<br />
4 cups water<br />
1 tbsp vanilla<br />
2 tbsps honey<br />
Blend in blender and serve as is or strain through a strainer or nut milk bag.<br />
Brazil Nut Milk<br />
1 cup brazil nuts (soaked <strong>for</strong> at least 4 hours or overnight)<br />
4 cups water<br />
1 tbsp vanilla<br />
2 tbsp honey<br />
Blend in blender and serve as is or strain through a strainer or nut milk bag.<br />
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Herbal <strong>Fertility</strong> Nut Milks<br />
Maca Milk<br />
1 cup nut milk<br />
500 mg of maca powder<br />
Blend in a blender and enjoy.<br />
Bee Pollen Milk<br />
1 cup nut milk<br />
1 tbsp bee pollen<br />
Blend in a blender and enjoy.<br />
Green Milk<br />
1 cup nut milk<br />
1 serving green superfood<br />
Blend in a blender and enjoy.<br />
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Red Raspberry Leaf Milk<br />
1 tbsp raspberry leaf<br />
1 cup water<br />
When you make the nut milk recipes above use this chilled red raspberry tea instead of water.<br />
To make the tea, use 1 tablespoon of red raspberry herb to 1 cup of water. Add the herb to the<br />
water. Bring to a boil and immediately turn off heat and cover with a lid. Let steep <strong>for</strong> 15 minutes.<br />
Cool in the fridge then add to the smoothie. When you are ready to make your milk, use the<br />
chilled tea in place of water.<br />
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<strong>Fertility</strong> Tonic Soups<br />
What Makes a “<strong>Fertility</strong> Soup”?<br />
While there are no specific <strong>fertility</strong> superfoods in these soups, the nutrients and nutrition you are<br />
getting from these soups helps the body to operate at <strong>optimal</strong> health. All kinds of health issues<br />
have been reversed by people eating energy soups frequently. In addition, the iodine from the<br />
dulse nourishes the thyroid which is an important gland involved in hormone balance.<br />
Energy Soup<br />
2 handfuls greens (spinach, arugula, romaine, etc.)<br />
1 handful sprouts (mung, lentil, green pea, etc.)<br />
1/2 avocado<br />
1/2-1 apple (depending on how sweet you like it)<br />
2 tbsps dulse<br />
2 tbsps hemp seeds or pine nuts<br />
water<br />
Add all ingredients to the blender and blend. Add water as needed. The finished consistency<br />
when it is ready is a smooth soup. Pour into a bowl and eat with a spoon. Add salt and pepper<br />
as needed. This soup was first created by a woman named Ann Wigmore, who helped thousands<br />
of people with their health through this soup and other healing foods. I have this <strong>for</strong> lunch a<br />
couple of times a week in the summer and have made it differently every time. Also remember<br />
you can try different ingredients in your soups.<br />
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Raw Tomato Soup<br />
3 roma tomatoes<br />
1/2 bunch cilantro<br />
1 avocado<br />
1 handful greens (spinach, arugula, romaine, etc.)<br />
2 tbsps hemp seeds<br />
2 tbsps dulse<br />
water<br />
Blend all ingredients together adding water until desired consistency is achieved. Season as<br />
needed.<br />
Carrot Soup<br />
2 cups carrot juice<br />
1 cup water<br />
1 small avocado<br />
1 small tomato<br />
2 large celeries<br />
2 green onions<br />
some parsley<br />
1 tbsp fresh ginger<br />
1 tbsp lemon juice<br />
Blend everything together, adding the carrot juice at the end.<br />
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Spicy Cucumber Dill Soup<br />
1/2 avocado<br />
3 cups cucumber<br />
3 celery stalks, chopped<br />
1 cup fresh dill<br />
1 green onion<br />
2 cups water<br />
1 tbsp lemon juice<br />
1 tsp curry powder<br />
dash cayenne<br />
1 tbsp miso<br />
Blend in blender until smooth<br />
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Fruit <strong>Fertility</strong> Smoothies<br />
Tangerine Sunshine<br />
Strawberry Fields<br />
Hempy Treat<br />
Blueberry "Milk" Shake<br />
Orange Aloe Healer<br />
Anti-Inflammatory Smoothie<br />
Banana Chocolate Bliss<br />
Enzyme Rich Colada<br />
Cherry Vanilla Bliss<br />
Maui Wowi<br />
Berry Berry Bo Berry...<br />
Nutty Meal Smoothie<br />
Blueberry Cashew Crumble<br />
Blood Builder Smoothie<br />
Cherry Maca Smoothie<br />
Chocolate Oatmeal Bliss<br />
Cantaloupe Cooler<br />
Chocolate Coconut Cashew Blessing<br />
Watermelon Mint Cooler<br />
Antioxidant Gift<br />
Chocolate Peanut Butter Cups<br />
Peach Pie Smoothie<br />
Apple Bee Bliss<br />
Pear Blueberry Smoothie<br />
Anytime Smoothie<br />
Peaches and Cream<br />
Index: By Smoothie Name<br />
Antioxidant Blast<br />
Apricot Hemp Smoothie<br />
Andes Dream<br />
Zinc Powerhouse<br />
Mango Lassi<br />
Chocolate Maca Yummy<br />
Jason’s Favorite Smoothie<br />
Island Girl Colada<br />
Green <strong>Fertility</strong> Smoothies<br />
Coconut Mint Green Monster<br />
Costa Rican Smoothie<br />
Popeye's Smoothie<br />
Wild Green Smoothie<br />
Parsley Love<br />
Simply Green<br />
Iron Tonic<br />
Refreshing Green Smoothie<br />
Green Surprise<br />
Pinekale<br />
Tonic Soups<br />
Energy Soup<br />
Raw Tomato Soup<br />
Carrot Soup<br />
Spicy Cucumber Dill Soup
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<strong>Fertility</strong> Puddings<br />
Banana Pudding<br />
Chia Coconut Pudding<br />
Mango Banana Pudding<br />
Papaya Pudding<br />
Chia Tapioca Pudding<br />
Nutty <strong>Fertility</strong> Spread/Snack<br />
BeeLive Pudding<br />
Peanut Butter Cup Pudding<br />
Herbal Nut Milks<br />
Hemp Milk<br />
Almond Milk<br />
Brazil Nut Milk<br />
Maca Milk<br />
Bee Pollen Milk<br />
Green Milk<br />
Red Raspberry Leaf Milk<br />
Index: By Smoothie Name
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