Ensuring a healthy and well-balanced diet for their children is something every parent wants to achieve. Unfortunately, it is not as easy as every parent would like it to be. Children tend to get fussy, and may even outright refuse to eat certain fruits or vegetables that are essential for them. Some vegetables and fruits are even irreplaceable, with no substitute to fill the gap of nutrition they would leave in your child’s diet if they refuse to have it. The only solution, in that case, is to try and sneak those certain foods into their diet.A great way to do that is through smoothies. Once blended, it can be very hard to trace certain things your child may not like in a smoothie. Sometimes, children are aversive to a certain ingredient not because they don’t like the taste, but because they don’t like the texture. Smoothies are a great way around such problems too. The greatest benefit to parents in preparing a smoothie is that they take very little preparation time, and are very low-effort as well. Smoothies are versatile too! You can use light ingredients to make it as a snack or use richer and heavier ingredients to make it a meal as well.Smoothies make perfect breakfast and children love them as well. These are fast to prepare, and use fresh ingredients that are healthy and prove to be very filling for your children too. Read on to learn about the 10 best smoothies for kids that you can make easily and quickly as well.Smoothies are becoming very popular among kids these days. Moms also prefer them because in this way they are able to feed their children essential fruits and raw vegetables in the way kids like. One of the best parts of smoothies is that they can be made and served very quickly.Smoothies help you to serve healthy drinks to your children, even if they are very picky about what they eat as smoothies mix everything together and they will not be able to pick out what they don’t like, and often the more flavourful ingredients overpower the overall taste. Above all, there are no hard and fast rules regarding the making of smoothies. You can use milk or yoghurt as the base depending on the taste of your children, whichever they prefer. In addition, you can make use of natural sweeteners instead of sugar while making smoothies, such as honey and jaggery powder and avoid the various health hazard the overconsumption of sugar poses to your child’s health and body.Getting to the point, let us take a quick look at the top 10 best smoothies for kids.1. Strawberry and Banana SmoothieStrawberry and Banana are two fruits almost every child likes, possibly because both the fruits are very sweet and high in sugar. But the sugar present in fruits is not as harmful as the sugar we buy at the market. The sugar we buy at the market is sucrose, where the sugar compound present in fruits is called fructose. This smoothie is perfect to kick start your child’s day. Normally children do not like to eat anything before going to school, waking up that early is hardly a way to work up an appetite. But Breakfast is a very important meal of the day they should not skip. Experts are of the opinion that children should have a proper and healthy breakfast before going to school, which is why this smoothie is one of the best breakfasts for your child. You can add plain yoghurt instead of milk especially if your child does not like milk. This smoothie will provide the right quantity of vitamin C and protein for your child.2. Watermelon SmoothieWatermelons are very good for children and adults alive. Your children will especially enjoy it during the summer. Watermelons are excellent at keeping us cool during the summer when going out for even a little while can zap the energy out of you. Children especially need it after spending the day outside during their vacations. The naturally sweet taste of watermelon makes the best and lovable smoothie for kids. You can enhance the taste with a little kick by adding raspberry jelly to it. Make sure you add the jelly and crushed ice in the glass and then serve smoothie to let your child have the real thrill of the smoothie, with a pretty presentation. You can even put a little paper umbrella on top to make them feel special.3. Eggnog SmoothieEggnog is a drink especially associated with Christmas, but an eggnog smoothie is a treat your children can enjoy all year round! Yet, it does have a special charm in the summer. With the onset of summer children start avoiding eating anything for breakfast. Eggnog smoothie is one of the best options for summer mornings and even evenings. This smoothie is high in calcium and so ideal for the apt development of bones and teeth of your little angel. It is also quick and easy to whip up! All you need is yoghurt (or milk, whichever you prefer as a base for a smoothie), bananas (frozen bananas work too, or you could put an overripe banana to good use in his smoothie as well), a little bit of coconut oil (it adds flavour, but also nutrition), Maple Syrup (you can use honey too), one Egg Yolk (without the white)a little bit of vanilla extract (for fragrance and flavour) and a pinch of nutmeg.4. Soy Banana SmoothieIf your child is not a fan of dairy, is lactose intolerant or could just benefit from a little extra dose of protein, a Soy Banana smoothie is the way to go. Like the other smoothies on this list, not only is it easy to make but also results in a delicious and healthy treat for your child. Soy banana smoothie is a very fulfilling snack and is thick. Made properly, it can prove to be one of the best alternatives for those children who do not like dairy products in their natural forms.5. Blueberry Blast SmoothieBlueberries are favourite amongst kids. They are beautiful and vibrantly coloured, with a flavour that pairs well with sugar in candies. Parents can use their children’s preference towards this berry to sneak some nutrition into their diets. Since blueberries have an intense flavour, you can add baby spinach or kale, other frozen berries (including strawberries, raspberries, blueberries and blackberries) in low-fat milk or yoghurt. Add a little honey to give it a wonderful taste, while still keeping it extremely healthy. If your child is overweight and you are worried about them heading towards obesity, this is just the right smoothie for your child.6. Good Morning SmoothieThis smoothie is again a good start for the day. Even during summer, in the cracking heat and sun outside, children do not prefer to sit in one place the whole day. They are constantly buzzing with energy and the need to move around and do something, which is understandable. Young children are at a growing age and have an excess of energy at all times that they need to expend. Especially during the summers, when they have vacations from school. It is the one time in the year to truly enjoy it. They need a sufficient source of energy for all these activities, which this Good Morning Smoothie can provide, if they do not wish to, or have the patience to, have a proper sit-down breakfast. This is going to provide the essential nutrients for their bodies as well as keep them energetic and hydrated too. Add baby carrots, orange juice and frozen mango chunks to yoghurt and honey into the blender and give it a whirl. These veggies and fruit combo give it the best taste and healthiness quotient.7. Peanut Butter Banana SmoothiePeanut Butter and Jelly Sandwiches are a classic. But some children do not like the taste of peanut butter, or rather the flavour as it does not really have a specific taste as it is more of an intense flavour. Sometimes children do not like the texture of peanut butter, especially on its own as it can be a little tacky or sticky and heavy. By adding it to the smoothie with flavoured yoghurt or milk, you diminish the flavour a little and the child does not have to deal with the texture of the peanut butter. The salty flavour brings out the sweetness of the banana even more, whereas the thick and creamy texture helps make the smoothie thick and creamy. By using this recipe you can stay assured that your child is getting all the benefits of the ingredients without making them taste the individual ingredients.8. Blackberry Yogurt SmoothieChildren love to drink and eat things in different colours. Colourful foods are especially attractive to them. Blackberries may look very dark in the form of berries, but the moment you blend it with the yoghurt or milk, or even kefir (which is loaded with probiotics and a good substitute to milk), it will turn into a very vibrant purple. The blackberry smoothie will not only make your child excited about the different colours and make them want to try it but will also provide them with a delicious and healthy drink. Like all the other smoothies, you can simply put the blackberries and yoghurt or milk in the blender with sugar, honey or maple syrup for sweetness, since blackberries can be a little sour. If you want a thicker smoothie, you can freeze the blackberries beforehand and use yoghurt instead of milk.9. Pomegranate SmoothieKids love the taste of pomegranate and they are extremely healthy containing essential ingredients for perfect health. Pomegranates are rich in antioxidants and Vitamin C. They also have great anti-inflammatory properties. The seeds which will get blended will also provide a good chunk of fibre. The ruby red colour of the fruit will definitely add a pop of colour to the smoothie, making it attractive for your child. This is a good option for parents to help familiarise their child with pomegranate if they don’t like chewing on the pomegranate fruit seeds in their natural form, as they would still be getting the benefits of pomegranate in the smoothie while not having to chew the seeds.10. Fruit and Nuts SmoothieNuts are a great way to fulfil the requirement of protein, vitamins and other necessary nutrients for the right development and growth of your child. Along with fresh and seasonal fruits, you can add nuts and dry fruits to the smoothie to give it an enhanced taste and make it healthier as a drink. You can even roast some of the nuts and dry fruits to enhance their flavour. For example roasted almond will definitely elevate the flavour of any smoothie it is added to, and lend it a nice and pleasant smoky flavour. Cashews will definitely add richness to the smoothies they are added to. Walnuts are a treasure chest of many health benefits and also good for the brain, and will help your child stay sharp. Anjeer, too, would make for a great addition to a smoothie, and dried and candied amla would go great with it which would also add to the health benefits of the entire recipe.To get the maximum benefit of smoothies, the best way is to prepare them yourself. All you need is your imagination, guts for experimenting with fresh fruits, raw vegetables and nuts. Add yoghurt or milk and sometimes only water and crushed ice will make the difference. You can help your children get on the right path of obtaining good health in the best and delicious manner.Smoothies can be made much healthier by adding and experimenting with fruits and vegetables. It is not just about kids, but nutritious and healthy smoothies have become a cherished morning ritual for many adults also today.Which are the best and healthy smoothies for kids? How to make smoothies instantly for kids? When should be smoothies served to kids? Discuss here.
Ensuring a healthy and well-balanced diet for their children is something every parent wants to achieve. Unfortunately, it is not as easy as every parent would like it to be. Children tend to get fussy, and may even outright refuse to eat certain fruits or vegetables that are essential for them. Some vegetables and fruits are even irreplaceable, with no substitute to fill the gap of nutrition they would leave in your child’s diet if they refuse to have it. The only solution, in that case, is to try and sneak those certain foods into their diet.
A great way to do that is through smoothies. Once blended, it can be very hard to trace certain things your child may not like in a smoothie. Sometimes, children are aversive to a certain ingredient not because they don’t like the taste, but because they don’t like the texture. Smoothies are a great way around such problems too. The greatest benefit to parents in preparing a smoothie is that they take very little preparation time, and are very low-effort as well. Smoothies are versatile too! You can use light ingredients to make it as a snack or use richer and heavier ingredients to make it a meal as well.
Smoothies make perfect breakfast and children love them as well. These are fast to prepare, and use fresh ingredients that are healthy and prove to be very filling for your children too. Read on to learn about the 10 best smoothies for kids that you can make easily and quickly as well.
Smoothies are becoming very popular among kids these days. Moms also prefer them because in this way they are able to feed their children essential fruits and raw vegetables in the way kids like. One of the best parts of smoothies is that they can be made and served very quickly.
Smoothies help you to serve healthy drinks to your children, even if they are very picky about what they eat as smoothies mix everything together and they will not be able to pick out what they don’t like, and often the more flavourful ingredients overpower the overall taste. Above all, there are no hard and fast rules regarding the making of smoothies. You can use milk or yoghurt as the base depending on the taste of your children, whichever they prefer. In addition, you can make use of natural sweeteners instead of sugar while making smoothies, such as honey and jaggery powder and avoid the various health hazard the overconsumption of sugar poses to your child’s health and body.
Getting to the point, let us take a quick look at the top 10 best smoothies for kids.
1. Strawberry and Banana Smoothie
Strawberry and Banana are two fruits almost every child likes, possibly because both the fruits are very sweet and high in sugar. But the sugar present in fruits is not as harmful as the sugar we buy at the market. The sugar we buy at the market is sucrose, where the sugar compound present in fruits is called fructose. This smoothie is perfect to kick start your child’s day. Normally children do not like to eat anything before going to school, waking up that early is hardly a way to work up an appetite. But Breakfast is a very important meal of the day they should not skip. Experts are of the opinion that children should have a proper and healthy breakfast before going to school, which is why this smoothie is one of the best breakfasts for your child. You can add plain yoghurt instead of milk especially if your child does not like milk. This smoothie will provide the right quantity of vitamin C and protein for your child.
2. Watermelon Smoothie
Watermelons are very good for children and adults alive. Your children will especially enjoy it during the summer. Watermelons are excellent at keeping us cool during the summer when going out for even a little while can zap the energy out of you. Children especially need it after spending the day outside during their vacations. The naturally sweet taste of watermelon makes the best and lovable smoothie for kids. You can enhance the taste with a little kick by adding raspberry jelly to it. Make sure you add the jelly and crushed ice in the glass and then serve smoothie to let your child have the real thrill of the smoothie, with a pretty presentation. You can even put a little paper umbrella on top to make them feel special.
3. Eggnog Smoothie
Eggnog is a drink especially associated with Christmas, but an eggnog smoothie is a treat your children can enjoy all year round! Yet, it does have a special charm in the summer. With the onset of summer children start avoiding eating anything for breakfast. Eggnog smoothie is one of the best options for summer mornings and even evenings. This smoothie is high in calcium and so ideal for the apt development of bones and teeth of your little angel. It is also quick and easy to whip up! All you need is yoghurt (or milk, whichever you prefer as a base for a smoothie), bananas (frozen bananas work too, or you could put an overripe banana to good use in his smoothie as well), a little bit of coconut oil (it adds flavour, but also nutrition), Maple Syrup (you can use honey too), one Egg Yolk (without the white)a little bit of vanilla extract (for fragrance and flavour) and a pinch of nutmeg.
4. Soy Banana Smoothie
If your child is not a fan of dairy, is lactose intolerant or could just benefit from a little extra dose of protein, a Soy Banana smoothie is the way to go. Like the other smoothies on this list, not only is it easy to make but also results in a delicious and healthy treat for your child. Soy banana smoothie is a very fulfilling snack and is thick. Made properly, it can prove to be one of the best alternatives for those children who do not like dairy products in their natural forms.
5. Blueberry Blast Smoothie
Blueberries are favourite amongst kids. They are beautiful and vibrantly coloured, with a flavour that pairs well with sugar in candies. Parents can use their children’s preference towards this berry to sneak some nutrition into their diets. Since blueberries have an intense flavour, you can add baby spinach or kale, other frozen berries (including strawberries, raspberries, blueberries and blackberries) in low-fat milk or yoghurt. Add a little honey to give it a wonderful taste, while still keeping it extremely healthy. If your child is overweight and you are worried about them heading towards obesity, this is just the right smoothie for your child.
6. Good Morning Smoothie
This smoothie is again a good start for the day. Even during summer, in the cracking heat and sun outside, children do not prefer to sit in one place the whole day. They are constantly buzzing with energy and the need to move around and do something, which is understandable. Young children are at a growing age and have an excess of energy at all times that they need to expend. Especially during the summers, when they have vacations from school. It is the one time in the year to truly enjoy it. They need a sufficient source of energy for all these activities, which this Good Morning Smoothie can provide, if they do not wish to, or have the patience to, have a proper sit-down breakfast. This is going to provide the essential nutrients for their bodies as well as keep them energetic and hydrated too. Add baby carrots, orange juice and frozen mango chunks to yoghurt and honey into the blender and give it a whirl. These veggies and fruit combo give it the best taste and healthiness quotient.
7. Peanut Butter Banana Smoothie
Peanut Butter and Jelly Sandwiches are a classic. But some children do not like the taste of peanut butter, or rather the flavour as it does not really have a specific taste as it is more of an intense flavour. Sometimes children do not like the texture of peanut butter, especially on its own as it can be a little tacky or sticky and heavy. By adding it to the smoothie with flavoured yoghurt or milk, you diminish the flavour a little and the child does not have to deal with the texture of the peanut butter. The salty flavour brings out the sweetness of the banana even more, whereas the thick and creamy texture helps make the smoothie thick and creamy. By using this recipe you can stay assured that your child is getting all the benefits of the ingredients without making them taste the individual ingredients.
8. Blackberry Yogurt Smoothie
Children love to drink and eat things in different colours. Colourful foods are especially attractive to them. Blackberries may look very dark in the form of berries, but the moment you blend it with the yoghurt or milk, or even kefir (which is loaded with probiotics and a good substitute to milk), it will turn into a very vibrant purple. The blackberry smoothie will not only make your child excited about the different colours and make them want to try it but will also provide them with a delicious and healthy drink. Like all the other smoothies, you can simply put the blackberries and yoghurt or milk in the blender with sugar, honey or maple syrup for sweetness, since blackberries can be a little sour. If you want a thicker smoothie, you can freeze the blackberries beforehand and use yoghurt instead of milk.
9. Pomegranate Smoothie
Kids love the taste of pomegranate and they are extremely healthy containing essential ingredients for perfect health. Pomegranates are rich in antioxidants and Vitamin C. They also have great anti-inflammatory properties. The seeds which will get blended will also provide a good chunk of fibre. The ruby red colour of the fruit will definitely add a pop of colour to the smoothie, making it attractive for your child. This is a good option for parents to help familiarise their child with pomegranate if they don’t like chewing on the pomegranate fruit seeds in their natural form, as they would still be getting the benefits of pomegranate in the smoothie while not having to chew the seeds.
10. Fruit and Nuts Smoothie
Nuts are a great way to fulfil the requirement of protein, vitamins and other necessary nutrients for the right development and growth of your child. Along with fresh and seasonal fruits, you can add nuts and dry fruits to the smoothie to give it an enhanced taste and make it healthier as a drink. You can even roast some of the nuts and dry fruits to enhance their flavour. For example roasted almond will definitely elevate the flavour of any smoothie it is added to, and lend it a nice and pleasant smoky flavour. Cashews will definitely add richness to the smoothies they are added to. Walnuts are a treasure chest of many health benefits and also good for the brain, and will help your child stay sharp. Anjeer, too, would make for a great addition to a smoothie, and dried and candied amla would go great with it which would also add to the health benefits of the entire recipe.
To get the maximum benefit of smoothies, the best way is to prepare them yourself. All you need is your imagination, guts for experimenting with fresh fruits, raw vegetables and nuts. Add yoghurt or milk and sometimes only water and crushed ice will make the difference. You can help your children get on the right path of obtaining good health in the best and delicious manner.
Smoothies can be made much healthier by adding and experimenting with fruits and vegetables. It is not just about kids, but nutritious and healthy smoothies have become a cherished morning ritual for many adults also today.
Which are the best and healthy smoothies for kids? How to make smoothies instantly for kids? When should be smoothies served to kids? Discuss here.
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