Green smoothies are simply smoothies with greens blended through them. Blended greens are easier to digest as their structures are “ripped” apart and they are effectively pre-digested[1].
Green smoothies are a great breakfast choice as they provide a healthy abundance of vitamins, minerals, phytochemicals and chlorophyll[2]. They are also an excellent source of fiber.
There are many choices of greens to choose from when creating your smoothies: spinach, Kale, Parsley, dandelion greens, collards, etc…
HOWEVER, if you’re new to adding greens to your smoothies, start with Spinach as it is a little easier to get use to than some of the others. Adding lemon and fruit can really help to take away the “feel like i’m eating grass” taste!! 
The more you practice making these smoothies, you will find what ratio of fruits and greens works for you! I go as far as to add protein powder and almond milk to my smoothies. “Xymogen” makes an amazing chocolate and vanilla protein powder — “Opticleanse/ I5 Shake” that blends very well and is super yummy!!
DO rotate your greens in time as spinach contains “alkaloids” which can act like a toxin in our bodies if ingested in large quantities[3].
Here is an example of a greens shake that I absolutely love!
1 bunch of spinach
1 cup of almond milk
1 cup filtered water
1 frozen ripe banana
1/2 cup organic blueberries
1/2 squeezed lemon
2 tbsp ground flax seeds
1or2 scoop(s) Xymogens vanilla I5
Put the spinach in last (vitamix blenders are the best!) . Blend for 30 seconds and place in freezer for 10 minutes (tastes better cold).
If you have any questions regarding Xymogens protein powder please call our office at (303) 925-0808!
One more important note! It is important to CHEW your green smoothie with each sip as it initiates the digestive process!! 
Organic foods are better for you for many reasons. They contain no pesticides, they are more nutrient packed than their non-organic counterparts [1]. Buying organic can be very expensive so ONLY buying organic foods may not be an option financially. Here is a list of fruits and vegetables that should be bought organic whenever possible, as they contain more pesticides than others:
