Researchers at UC Davis discovered that adding a banana to your smoothie may drastically reduce the absorption of flavanols — powerful compounds linked to heart and brain health. The culprit is ...

Researchers at the University of California, Davis have found that adding a banana to a smoothie can decrease the level of flavanols in the beverage. Flavanols are bioactive compounds found in a ...

Research shows that the popular smoothie staple slashes nutrient absorption by more than 80%. Here’s what to know. Stacey Leasca is an award-winning journalist with nearly two decades of newsroom ...

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The whole point of having a fruit smoothie is to infuse nutrition into your day in a drink that goes down easily. But while bananas and berries are a common combination, new research suggests that ...

If a healthy slurp is your aim, skip the banana when you whip up a smoothie. Researchers at the University of California-Davis found that adding banana may interfere with absorption of powerful ...

Get your fruits and veggies in one sip at a time with these delicious green smoothie recipes. Packed with leafy greens like kale and spinach, these creamy nutrient-packed blends will help you start ...

Avocados are a powerhouse of nutrition. This creamy green fruit is rich in healthy fats, fiber, and other nutrients that ...

In the mood for a healthy, refreshing smoothie? We’ve got you covered. Banana is great for creaminess, but you can use other ingredients like avocado, yogurt and kefir to get that same smooth texture.

Here's what the research shows. Smoothies are a tasty, convenient, and nutrient-rich way to up your intake of fruits and vegetables—perfect in the morning, after a workout, or as a snack. But what if ...