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However, there are some commonly used unhealthy smoothie ingredients that may derail the dietary benefits of these beverages.

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This can give your smoothie a nutrient boost and help keep you full longer.

However, your smoothie can quickly turn into a sugar bomb if you grab the wrong yogurt.

For example, theDole Tropical Fruit Saladhas 11 grams of added sugar per half cup.

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To avoid added sugars and to just embrace the natural sugars in fruit, try sticking to fresh.

For example, justone tablespoon of honeyhas 17 grams of sugar.

This will give you that desired texture while adding a boost of nutrients.

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bowl of nut butter

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chocolate and vanilla ice cream

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