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16 Healthy Smoothies to Boost Your Immune System

Posted by Bonnie Mo on November 17, 2015

If you're looking for ways to beat cold and flu season, give your immune system a much-needed nutrient boost with one of these delicious, antioxidant-packed smoothies.

  • Frothy Chilly Fruit Smoothie
     
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    Frothy Chilly Fruit Smoothie

    <p>Low-fat yogurt and banana lend this smoothie its creaminess, while frozen peaches and strawberries help you pack in your fruit serving quota.</p> <p>Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/frothy-chilly-fruit-smoothies/16476/" target="_blank"><strong>Rachael Ray's Frothy Chilly Fruit Smoothie</strong></a></p>
  • Green Piña Colada Smoothie
     
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    Green Piña Colada Smoothie

    <p>If you’re feeling the need for something a bit healthier to guzzle than green beer, get your St. Paddy’s Day party on with this delicious, nutrient-packed smoothie that’ll have you feeling fresh and energized the next morning, while everyone else is struggling through their hangovers.</p> <p>Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/shows/great-canadian-cookbook/blog/immune-boosting-green-smoothie-to-start-the-new-year/" target="_blank"><strong>Green Piña Colada Smoothie</strong></a></p>
  • Michael Smith's Power Smoothie
     
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    Michael Smith's Power Smoothie

    <p>Citrusy orange juice paired with active cultured yogurt, flaxseed and antioxidant-rich berries makes this one powerful, cold-fighting drink.</p> <p>Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/power-smoothies/6438/" target="_blank"><strong>Michael Smith's Power Smoothie</strong></a>.</p>
  • Orange Resolution Smoothie
     
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    Orange Resolution Smoothie

    <p>Mango, carrot, peach and pineapple give this smoothie its bright orange hue, while a dollop of Greek yogurt and potassium-packed banana make it super nutritious.</p> <p>Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/orange-resolution-smoothies/15530/" target="_blank"><strong>Ree Drummond's Orange Resolution Smoothie</strong></a>.</p>
  • Kiss of Kale Smoothie
     
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    Kiss of Kale Smoothie

    <p>Loads of freshly squeezed lemon juice adds an immune-boosting kick to this kale, celery, apple and banana super smoothie.</p> <p>Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/kiss-of-kale-smoothie/15845/" target="_blank"><strong>Kiss of Kale Smoothie</strong></a>.</p>
  • Alton Brown's Buff Smoothie
     
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    Alton Brown's Buff Smoothie

    <p>Alton Brown’s dairy-free smoothie is loaded with a cornucopia of fruits like pomegranate, blueberry, banana, strawberry and peach, with a splash of low-fat soy milk.</p> <p>Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/buff-smoothie/15950/" target="_blank"><strong>Alton Brown's Buff Smoothie</strong></a></p>
  • Tropical Sea Breeze
     
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    Tropical Sea Breeze

    <p>Spirulina, a sea vegetable, is one of the highest sources of plant-based protein, and includes a good amount of omega-3's and B-vitamins. Blended into a smoothie with vitamin C-rich kiwi and pineapple, this easily digestible, verdant sip gives green beer a run for its money.</p> <p>Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/tropical-sea-breeze/14440/" target="_blank"><strong>Tropical Sea Breeze</strong></a></p>
  • Strawberry Mango Smoothie
     
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    Strawberry Mango Smoothie

    <p>A kid-friendly fruit smoothie, this recipe combines strawberry and mango with banana and honey to help sweeten it up for the pickiest of palettes.</p> <p>Get the recipe for the <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/strawberry-mango-smoothie/14157/" target="_blank"><strong>Strawberry Mango Smoothie</strong></a>.</p>
  • Silken Tofu, Kiwi, Coconut and Florida Orange Juice Smoothie
     
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    Silken Tofu, Kiwi, Coconut and Florida Orange Juice Smoothie

    <p>Kiwi, orange juice and coconut water gives this smoothie a tropical flair, while the addition of tofu makes it rich, creamy and packed with protein.</p> <p>Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/silken-tofu-kiwi-coconut-and-florida-orange-juice-smoothie/15854/" target="_blank">Silken Tofu, Kiwi, Coconut and Florida Orange Juice Smoothie</a>.&lt;/p
  • The Big Green Smoothie
     
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    The Big Green Smoothie

    <p>Sweet apple juice helps temper the kale, while frozen blueberries keeps this smoothie nice and frosty. Immunity-boosting ginger adds a nice kick to the end of every sip. <p>Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/new-year-green-smoothie/15179/" target="_blank"><strong>The Big Green Smoothie</strong></a>.</p>
  • Raspberry Jubilee Smoothie
     
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    Raspberry Jubilee Smoothie

    <p>Adding a scoop of fibre-rich cereal to this raspberry and yogurt smoothie means it’ll help keep you feeling satiated until lunch.</p> <p>Get the recipe for the <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/raspberry-jubilee-smoothie/12483" target="_blank"><strong>Raspberry Jubilee Smoothie</strong></a>.</p>
  • Peanut Butter and Banana Oatmeal Smoothie
     
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    Peanut Butter and Banana Oatmeal Smoothie

    <p>Get all the energy and nutrients you need to powder you through the day in this oatmeal, banana and peanut butter breakfast-in-a-glass smoothie.</p> <p>Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/peanut-butter-and-banana-oatmeal-smoothie/16749/" target="_blank"><strong>Peanut Butter and Banana Oatmeal Smoothie</strong></a></p>
  • Super-Powered Coconut Energy Smoothie
     
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    Super-Powered Coconut Energy Smoothie

    <p>Coconut and almond milk lends this strawberry and banana-flavoured smoothie a creamy, dairy-free flavour, while giving you a natural boost of energy.</p> <p>Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/super-powered-coconut-energy-smoothie/14117/" target="_blank"><strong>Super-Powered Coconut Energy Smoothie</strong></a>.</p>
  • Go-To Green Smoothie
     
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    Go-To Green Smoothie

    <p>Almond milk and almond butter combine with flax seeds, banana and kale for a dairy-free, protein-packed smoothie. </p> <p>Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/your-go-to-green-smoothie-to-go/14425/" target="_blank"><strong>Go-To Green Smoothie</strong></a>.</p>
  • Healthy Vanilla Latte Smoothie
     
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    Healthy Vanilla Latte Smoothie

    <p>This chia, Medjool date and raw cacao nib-latte smoothie has a shot of espresso for that morning caffeine boost, but with a super healthy twist.</p> <p>Get the recipe for the <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/healthy-vanilla-latte-smoothie/15465/" target="_blank"><strong>Healthy Vanilla Latte Smoothie</strong></a></p>
  • Oatmeal
     
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    Oatmeal

    <p>With an unexpected 150 IU per packet of oatmeal, you’ve got every reason to add this ingredient to your morning routine this winter. </p> <p>Get the recipe for the <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/strawberry-oatmeal-smoothie/17324/" target="_blank"><strong>Strawberry Oatmeal Smoothie</strong></a></p>
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