3: The Future of Processed Foods

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Did we lose you at entire lemon?

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Dont go sour on us just yet!

What are the benefits of consuming whole lemons?

Dietitians confirm that lemons arerich in nutritional perks.

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As such, the powerful antioxidants found in lemons help boost immune function and fight against free radical damage.

In fact, youre doing yourself a huge disservice by tossing them out.

According to dietitians,lemon peelscontain calcium, vitamin C, potassium, and some fiber.

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Whats more, research shows that lemon peels can have cardiovascular benefits, including potentiallyreducing blood pressure levels.

Lemon peelsalbeit potentare sure sounding more and more enticing now, right?

If pressed for time, freezing em whole will do the trick.

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3 anti-inflammatory frozen lemon smoothie recipes

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Its packed with more than one source of potentanti-inflammatory antioxidants(hi, rock starblueberries).

Throw it all in theBlendQuik Portable Blender, for a delicious smoothie on the go.

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(BTW, its spill-proof and drinkable directly from the cup,err, blender.)

Get the recipe:Lemon Blueberry Smoothie

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Plus, according to the recipe developer, its made to wake you up with a smile!

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Get the recipe:Creamy Vegan Lemon Smoothie

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Hidden-Veggie Lemon Smoothie

Looking to sneak in an extra serving of veggies?

This easy lemon smoothie recipe byEating Bird Foodis made with a somewhat surprising secret ingredient: cauliflower.

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