Smoothie Delight

I like to get the big bags of frozen fruit at Costco like the Wawona tropical fruit (mangos, papaya, strawberry, pineapple) and also the peaches.

I throw a cup or two in my blender, let it defrost for 10 minutes, add half a banana, a smidget of orange juice or water, and mix it all up til it's smooth and ready for consumption.

It is SO delicious.  Since the fruit is already frozen there's no need to add ice.  I usually drink down half and put the other half in my freezer for an evening snack.

You can throw virtually anything into a smoothie - frozen berries, milk, a little greek yogurt, etc, and it's better than a candy bar.  A great way to cool down after a workout too.

P.S. If you use protein powder, use one that is vegetable derived so your body can use it!

P.P.S. I really believe eating naturally is a long-term solution to staying healthy and lean.  Eating anything you want while counting calories usually yields weight gain and disappointment in the long run because the cravings and hunger are always present when we're eating the wrong stuff!  I think most of us have tried.