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Incorporating smoothies into your routine can be particularly beneficial for weight loss.
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Fruit and vegetable-packed smoothies can be a good source of dietary fiber.
As a result, they canprevent overeatingandnourish your gut microbiome, both of which support weight loss.
Adding protein furtheramplifies this weight loss-supporting power.
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Then, check out19 Best High-Protein Smoothie Recipes.
Get our recipe for aRaspberry Peach Smoothie.
Get our recipe for aKey Lime Pie Smoothie.
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This low-cal smoothie recipe can help double-check you’re still burning more calories than you consume without feeling deprived.
We love how many nutrient-dense foods are packed into this recipe while keeping the overall calories low.
Get our recipe for aLow-Calorie Avocado-Lime Smoothie.
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Get our recipe forMint Matcha Smoothie.
And thanks to that yogurt, this smoothie provides 9 grams of protein.
Get our recipe for aChocolate-Coconut-Banana Smoothie.
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Combining these nutrients can help slow your digestion, making for a filling midday snack.
This one is also paleo-friendly.
Get our recipe for anAvocado-Berry Smoothie.
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It’s 100% paleo-friendly.
Get our recipe for aPaleo Yogurt and Granola Smoothie.
Get our recipe for aCashew Butter and Raspberry Smoothie.
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Get our recipe for aCarrot Cake Smoothie.
Get our recipe for aChocolate Hazelnut Smoothie.
Get our recipe for aChocolate Tofu Smoothie.
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Get our recipe forChocolate-Covered Cherry Smoothie Bowl.
Get our recipe forBlood Orange Beet Smoothie.
Another recipe we love is this Pumpkin Pie Smoothie, which is completely paleo and vegan-friendly.
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Get our recipe for aPumpkin Pie Smoothie.
Get our recipe forPaleo Green Smoothie.
Get the recipe forKefir Banana Smoothie.
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Along with cauliflower, thepeanut butteradds protein and healthy fats, and theberriesandchia seedsprovide some fiber as well.
Get our recipe for aBerry Cauliflower Smoothie.
Get our recipe for aPaleo Pina Colada Smoothie.
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Spirulina Pina Colada Smoothie
Like our original pina colada smoothie, but with a superfood twist.
Get our recipe for aSpirulina Pina Colada Smoothie.
The combination of pear, cardamom, and oats makes for the perfect fall drink.
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Get our recipe for aPear Cardamom Oats Smoothie.
Coconut Pumpkin Smoothie Bowl
Bet you weren’t expecting to see a smoothiebowlon this list!
Get our recipe for aCoconut Pumpkin Smoothie Bowl.
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Get our recipe for aPumpkin Spice Smoothie.
Get our recipe for aPeaches and Kale Smoothie Bowl.
Get our recipe for aMexican Chocolate Smoothie Bowl.
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