Blueberry banana smoothie

Blueberries are very low in calories. However, they possess notable health benefiting plant-nutrients such as soluble dietary fiber, minerals, vitamins, and pigment anti-oxidants that contribute immensely towards optimum health and wellness.The berries also contain a small amount of B-complex group of vitamins such as niacin, pyridoxine, folates and pantothenic acid. It contains very good amounts of vitamin B-6, niacin, riboflavin, pantothenic acid and folic acid. These vitamins are acting as co-factors help the body metabolize carbohydrates, protein, and fats.

Banana is a good source of potassium, dietary fiber, manganese and vitamins B6 & C. Banana suppress acid in the digestive tract, alleviating heartburn and helping guard against ulcers. Since bananas contain pectin, a soluble fiber, they aid in the elimination process, helping prevent constipation.

I made smoothie with these nutrition packed fruits along with vanilla ice cream.

Ingredients:

• 1/2 cup – Fresh blueberry
• 1/2 no – Banana (preferably ripe)
• 1 scoop – Vanilla ice cream (plain one)
• 1 cup – Milk (I used 2%)
• Sugar is optional

Preparation method:

1. In a blender, add fresh blueberries, banana, vanilla ice cream, milk and blend until smooth.
2. Pour into serving glass and enjoy.

Notes:

• If you prefer you can add sugar also but I feel fruit itself has enough sweet. So there is no need to add sugar.