Agriculture Reference
In-Depth Information
Chapter 1
Why Plant a Smoothie
Garden?
Green smoothies are a delicious and healthy way to supplement
our diets, giving us the benefits of fruits and vegetables in
intensive doses. The amazing powers of healing and the count-
less benefits from consuming rich greens used in smoothies are
astounding. Abundant vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, amino
acids, omega-3s, healthy fats, phytochemicals, and proteins
that can change the natural processes of your body for the bet-
ter are unleashed in every green smoothie you consume!
Now not only can you find improved health through smoothies; as
well, in this topic we'll show you how to grow the veggies you use in
them. When you sit down to a delicious smoothie, you'll have the sat-
isfaction of knowing that much of its ingredients came from your soil
and was produced by your own hands. Homegrown vegetables are
more flavorful than store-bought varieties. They don't contain preser-
vatives or unhealthy chemical fertilizers. When you sip a green
smoothie made from your own vegetables, not only will you be pro-
moting a strong, healthy body but you'll also be participating in the
