<p>This protein smoothie is filled with the nutricious goodness of dates as well as almonds. No sugar needs to be added to this recipe as the dates act as a sweetener, giving you a sweet but wholesome treat to start your day with.</p>.<p>Dates are high in fiber and contain a number of antioxidants. They may contribute to improving bone health and may even help manage diabetes, due to their low glycemic index. Dates can even help prevent Alzheimer's disease.</p>.<p>Like dates, almonds are also rich in antioxidants. They are also helpful to those who are trying to lose weight as they keep you feeling full for a longer time, inhibiting unnecessary snacking. They have been known to lower both bad cholesterol and blood pressure. They may also lend a hand in managing blood sugar.</p>.<p><strong>Ingredients:</strong><br />4 large dates, seeds removed<br />2 tbsp almonds<br />2 ripe bananas, previously peeled, sliced, and frozen<br />4 tbsp protein powder<br />1 1/2 cups milk<br />2 tsp ground pistachios, or nuts of your preferance<br />Yields 2 servings</p>.<p><strong>Directions:</strong><br />Toast almonds and allow to cool. Once they are at room temperature, place in a poweful food processor or blender and pulse until creamy. This will take a few minutes. <br />Add the dates and continue to pulse until no chunks remain. Add the bananas, protein powder, and milk and blend until smooth.</p>.<p>Transfer the smoothie into glasses and garnish with ground pistachios. Serve chilled.</p>
<p>This protein smoothie is filled with the nutricious goodness of dates as well as almonds. No sugar needs to be added to this recipe as the dates act as a sweetener, giving you a sweet but wholesome treat to start your day with.</p>.<p>Dates are high in fiber and contain a number of antioxidants. They may contribute to improving bone health and may even help manage diabetes, due to their low glycemic index. Dates can even help prevent Alzheimer's disease.</p>.<p>Like dates, almonds are also rich in antioxidants. They are also helpful to those who are trying to lose weight as they keep you feeling full for a longer time, inhibiting unnecessary snacking. They have been known to lower both bad cholesterol and blood pressure. They may also lend a hand in managing blood sugar.</p>.<p><strong>Ingredients:</strong><br />4 large dates, seeds removed<br />2 tbsp almonds<br />2 ripe bananas, previously peeled, sliced, and frozen<br />4 tbsp protein powder<br />1 1/2 cups milk<br />2 tsp ground pistachios, or nuts of your preferance<br />Yields 2 servings</p>.<p><strong>Directions:</strong><br />Toast almonds and allow to cool. Once they are at room temperature, place in a poweful food processor or blender and pulse until creamy. This will take a few minutes. <br />Add the dates and continue to pulse until no chunks remain. Add the bananas, protein powder, and milk and blend until smooth.</p>.<p>Transfer the smoothie into glasses and garnish with ground pistachios. Serve chilled.</p>