A smoothie scientist reveals the perfect smoothie golden ratio for achieving storebought-quality creamy and dreamy drinks at home.

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In truth, this can be due to many different factors.

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Sometimes the issue is that its too icy and tastes like a soupy mess.

But the worse is a gritty smoothie that leaves a sandy and grainy mouthfeel with every sip.

By now, many of us have probably settled on a pretty solid smoothie-making routine and recipe.

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(For me, its frozen fruit, almond milk, scoop of protein powder, repeat.)

Obviously, now is when its time to call in the pros.

Thankfully, Amanda Daily, a smoothie development scientist, has answers for us all.

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This is encouraging news, considering healthy fats are essential to overall well-being.

Her go-tos include peanut butter, protein powder, and yogurt.

Aside from their good-for-you nutrients, these ingredients help mimic that smoothie bar-esque consistency we often marvel over.

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Daily breaks smoothies into two categories: Those made with frozen fruit and those made with fresh fruit.

Keep in mind, when using frozen fruit, theres no need to add ice.

Keep in mind, when using frozen fruit, theres no need to add ice.

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The ratio isnt entirely set in stone for smoothies made with fresh fruit.

Instead, itll depend on the ingredients used.

That washing your blender should never feel like a tediousmuch less a scary, injury-pronetask.

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According to her, the easiest way to wash a blender is to go hands-free.

First, rinse the blender with clean water to remove most of the leftover liquid.

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