Winter is now starting to creep in and the mornings are definately feeling a little chillier. Yes, even here in Egypt our mornings can be a little colder, which is why this warm rich smoothie gives a little warmth to start your day. Made from the juicy persimmon fruit and layered with coconut and spice this makes for quiet a punchy smoothie.
BENEFITS OF PERSIMMON:
A powerhouse of vitamin A (55% of daily intake ) Vitamin C (21%) high amounts of manganese, an excellent source of fiber, whilst B-complex vitamins are present to aid the metabolic system, along with copper and phosphorus. High in anti-oxidents which help as an anti-inflammatory compound.
Contains high digestive fibers, which are great for your bowels and keeping them active! include this fruit in your diet on a regular basis can help maintain a healthy digestive system. Can be eaten raw or added to smoothies or juices.
High in copper properties, this fruit aids in proper iron absorption. This, in turn, assists in the production of red blood cells; the oxygen carrying cells
BATTERIES FEELING LOW ?
The juice of the Persimmon is considered a natural energizer - high potassium and sugar content known to give an instant energy ideal for sports relative activities. It is also a good choice for relieving exhaustion and stress.
A little unknown fact about these bright orange fruits is they are a Natural Relief For Hiccups!
Widely used by Chinese medical practitioners, this little powerhouse fruit is used for the treatment of hiccups. So no more shouting 'BOO !' or holding your breath, reach out for a persimmon...
Choosing and storing Persimmons
There are lots of variety of persimmons, when purchasing one look for persimmons that have deep, saturated colors. If there are 'black streaks' running through the skin, its ok, these are ripe and sweet.
Storing - one they have been picked they will continue to ripen, so if you are not ready to eat straight away, go for a slighlty less ripened one and leave in a fruit bowl to soften. DO NOT REFIGERATE, it results in chill damage .
WARM WINTER BLAST - PERSIMMON AND COCONUT SPICE
INGREDIENTS:
2 ripe persimmons, chopped
1 cup milk -semi or full fat ( almond/coconut/ soya milk will work also)
1 banana, ( from frozen if you want a more creamier taste
1/2 cup ice ( optional)
1/3 cup shredded coconut
1/4 cup honey
1/4 teaspoon ground ginger / or fresh grated
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon of ground nutmeg / or fresh grated
TO MAKE
Blend ALL ingredients together until smooth. Pour in to glasses and ENJOY :)
*For added energy add flax seeds, chia seeds or sunflower seeds to the mix
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