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Sometimes balance is a drink in both hands! Start your new year off right with something spectacular from our Coffee & Juice Bar's new seasonal menu. Want to see what makes them both delicious and nutritious? Check out these Health Notes by Dr. Liz!
Sometimes balance is a drink in both hands! Start your year off right with something nutritious and delicious from our Coffee & Juice Bar's new seasonal menu. Want to see why they're so good and good for you? Check out these Health Notes by Dr. Liz!
Happily Avo After: Starring avocado, blueberries, banana, almond butter and honey blended with almond milk and topped with cacao nibs, this new smoothie boasts a host of great nutrients. A medium drink supplies:
- Over 50% of vitamin E needs critical for heart health and healthy aging
- A wealth of potassium (over 20%), a mineral critical in healthy blood pressure
- Special antioxidants that bolster your defenses against everyday oxidative damage
- 40% of the Daily Value for fiber in 520 calories
Evergreen: Starring both spinach and kale, this supercharged green juice is made even better with the sweet and tangy additions of apple, pear, ginger and lemon. A medium drink supplies:
- A staggering 1,500% of vitamin A needs in just 220 calories
- 700% of vitamin K with roles in bone health and circulation
- More than 20% of needs for B vitamins and 35% of iron needs
- 40% of magnesium needs which supports healthy mood and muscle function
Zen Stabilizer: Go green with this seasonal juice featuring spinach, basil, orange and pineapple juices all mixed with organic green iced tea for a beautiful balance of flavors. A medium drink supplies:
- More than 350% of the Daily Value of vitamin K for long-term bone health
- 60% of folate needs (critical in healthy circulation and pregnancy)
- B vitamins for routine energy metabolism in muscle cells
- 20% of potassium needs for healthy blood pressure and only 120 calories
Basil Blue: This bold blue smoothie stars blueberries, basil, banana, chia seeds, fresh pineapple juice and honey. A medium drink supplies:
- A wealth of antioxidants in just 300 calories
- More than 150% of vitamin A needs and 70% of vitamin C needs
- 40% of the Daily Value for fiber (much from prebiotic soluble fibers)
- Minerals such as copper and manganese that support muscle function and energy metabolism
Tickle Me Ginger: This fresh and vibrant smoothie is made with mango blended with fresh pear, ginger, apple and spinach plus cinnamon and Vital Proteins collagen. A medium smoothie supplies:
- Powerful immune-boosting ingredients in only 325 calories
- 270% of vitamin C needs and 100% of the Daily Value for folate
- 1,900% of vitamin A needs as carotenoids (powerful antioxidants)
- 35% of potassium needs and 30% of fiber needs
Muscle Up Butter Cup: This power-packed smoothie will fuel your day with banana, almond butter, almond milk, spinach and Vega chocolate protein. A medium smoothie supplies:
- More than a meal’s worth of powerful nutrition in just 370 calories
- A whopping 20 grams of vegan protein (40% of the Daily Value)
- 25% of fiber needs which promotes healthy digestive tract function and helps curb your appetite
- More than 100% of vitamin A needs and 350% of vitamin K (vital for bone health)
Drop by our Coffee & Juice Bar to enjoy these spectacular seasonal drinks while you still can!