A smoothie can be a great way to start the day if you do it right. Here are healthy ingredients to put in your smoothie that will amp up the nutritional value.

12 healthy ingredients to put in your smoothie

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A smoothie can be a great way to start the day if you do it right — stick to whole fruits and vegetables and healthy supplements and ditch anything with added sugar such as fro-yo. If you’re looking to mix up your morning blend, here are some suggestions on superfoods to toss in the blender that will amp up the nutritional value and flavour of your smoothies.

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