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Written by Navneet Kaur, M.Sc. Nutrition & Dietetics

Diet

5 Common Smoothie Mistakes (And How to Fix Them!)

5 smoothie mistakes that are ruining your health goals, and here are some easy fixes. 

Introduction

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Using fruit juice or sweetened yogurt? It spikes blood sugar fast. Use water, unsweetened almond milk, or Greek yogurt.

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Mistake 1: Too Much Sugar

Smoothies without protein won’t keep you full. Add protein powder, nut butter, or cottage cheese to fix it. 

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Mistake 2: No Protein

No chia or flaxseeds can lead to quick hunger rebound. Add chia, oats, or spinach for good fiber content.

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Mistake 3: Skipping Fiber

All fruit and no fats can lead to blood sugar crash. Opt to add healthy fats like avocado or almond butter.

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Mistake 4: Poor Balance

A 500-cal smoothie can sneak up on you and mess up with your calorie cut plan, so track ingredients and portion sizes, to keep a check.

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Mistake 5: Oversized Portions

Ice waters it down. So use frozen berries or mango for a thicker, more flavorful blend.

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Bonus Tip: Ice vs Frozen Fruit

Protein + Fiber + Healthy Fats + Low-GI Fruit = a balanced, energising smoothie.

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Ideal Smoothie Formula

Post-workout? Morning? Know your goal. For fat loss, drink early in the day. For muscle, go post-workout.

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Best Times to Drink

Build smoothies that fuel your body, not sabotage your progress. Follow these tips and see the difference. 

Conclusion

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