Goji berries: Your new favorite smoothie ingredient

 

Goji berries: Your new favorite smoothie ingredient

An overhead view of a pink smoothie in a Mason jar with straw next to BodyKey Meal Replacement Shake and a bowl of strawberries.

Are you looking for something a little different to throw into your smoothie? Try some goji berries.

This reddish-orange fruit, also known as wolfberry, is native to China and is packed with nutrients, including vitamins A and C, fiber, iron, zinc, protein and plenty of antioxidants. Because of that, many people see it as a superfruit.

It also has a long history in Traditional Chinese Medicine for its perceived health benefits. No matter why you choose it, it packs a nutritious, tangy punch to your smoothie recipe and offers a nice change from traditional berries.

A close-up view of red goji berries with a few leaves.

Here’s a recipe using the BodyKey by Nutrilite™ Strawberry Meal Replacement Shake. Not only do you get an interesting, antioxidant-filled flavor, it also serves as a quick, nutritious meal. Give it a try!

Strawberry Goji Berry Smoothie

Servings: 1

Ingredients:

Preparation:

Add all ingredients in a blender and puree until smooth.

Nutrition facts:

  • Protein: 28g
  • Fiber: 8g
  • Fat: 5g
  • Carbs: 49g
  • Calories: 350

BodyKey nutrition information for the goji berry smoothie: 2.5 carbs, 2 protein and 0 fat. It increases fruit and vegetable intake along with vitamins C, E and K. It also adds probiotics and superfruit with antioxidants.

What is the BodyKey SmartLoss program?

This smoothie or the BodyKey by Nutrilite™ Meal Replacement Shakes alone are great to incorporate into the BodyKey™ SmartLoss™ weight management program, which is based on more than 20 years of leading weight loss research.

It uses a simple system to separate foods into three categories, making it easier to follow the weight loss plans. There is also a lengthy list of “free” foods that don’t count toward your daily consumption totals.

A woman in her kitchen checks the BodyKey app on phone while cutting strawberries for a smoothie.

Free app, free program

It’s all managed through a free smartphone app available to anyone. Download it free for your iOS® or Android® devices.

The BodyKey SmartLoss app makes it convenient to stay connected to the program, check and track your progress and get personal guidance from a Digital Coach on your food and behavior choices.

Check it out! There is no purchase necessary to start the program. Simply download the BodyKey SmartLoss app to get started and learn more at Amway™.

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