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    Wake Up and Go: Green Energy Morning Smoothie Recipe

    June 10, 2017

    This lean, green smoothie recipe offers up much-needed protein. Learn how to make the green energy smoothie. View Recipe

    Medically Reviewed by Sports Medicine

    Categorized as: Nutrition, Sports Medicine

    Tagged with: healthy eating, Nutrition, protein, recipes, smoothie, Smoothie Recipes, spinach, sports medicine

    green energy smoothie
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    Recipe: Daylight Saving Smoothie

    March 11, 2016

    Enjoy this "Daylight Saving" Smoothie for an extra boost of energy when we lose an hour of sleep! View Recipe

    Medically Reviewed by UPMC

    Categorized as: Nutrition

    Tagged with: daylight saving time, energy boost, healthy recipes, recipe, smoothie, smoothie recipe, Smoothie Recipes

    recipe daylight saving smoothie
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    Tropical “Teal” Smoothie Bowl

    September 29, 2015

    Smoothies make it easy to spice up your breakfast routine. Try this tropical smoothie bowl, made in honor of Ovarian Cancer Awareness. View Recipe

    Medically Reviewed by UPMC

    Categorized as: Cancer Care, Living and Wellness, Nutrition

    Tagged with: healthy breakfasts, ovarian cancer awareness, recipes, smoothie, smoothie bowl, Smoothie Recipes

    tropical teal smoothie bowl
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    Healthy Gifts for Resolutions in the New Year

    December 19, 2014

    Overeating is common during the holiday season. Discover healthy gifts that can jumpstart your New Year's resolutions and help you get back on track. Read More

    Medically Reviewed by UPMC

    Categorized as: Living and Wellness

    Tagged with: Christmas, fitness tracker, gifts, healthy, holidays, smoothie, yoga

    yoga mat gift
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    Infographic: Health Benefits of Eating Pumpkin

    November 26, 2014

    Still dreaming of pumpkin? Learn how this fall staple has more to offer than just adding delectable flavor to your favorite food and drinks. Learn More

    Categorized as: Living and Wellness

    Tagged with: autumn, beauty, fiber, healthy, infographic, oatmeal, potassium, pumpkin, recipe, seeds, skin, smoothie, zinc

    Pumpkins are a healthy food
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    Recipe: Pumpkin Pie Smoothie

    October 18, 2014

    The next time you finish working out, blend up this delicious pumpkin pie smoothie to help with your recovery. Check out the recipe now. Learn More

    Categorized as: Nutrition

    Tagged with: protein, pumpkin, recipe, smoothie, Smoothie Recipes

    recipe pumpkin pie smoothie
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    Healthy Smoothies: Avoid Adding Empty Calories When You Blend

    August 2, 2014

    Drinking a smoothie can add nutritional benefits to your diet. Discover which ingredients should be avoided to keep your smoothie nutritious and delicious. Read More

    Medically Reviewed by UPMC

    Categorized as: Nutrition

    Tagged with: artificial sweeteners, avocado, blueberries, Burger King, Double Cheeseburger, melons, papaya, pineapple, smoothie, strawberries, Vitamin C

    Healthy smoothie tips
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    Breastfeeding Tips for Summer Travel

    July 21, 2014

    Traveling while breastfeeding can be stressful. Check out these tips to help keep your baby happy while traveling this summer. Learn More

    Categorized as: Pregnancy and Childbirth

    Tagged with: baby, breastfeeding, bugs, heat, hydration, Lactation, Lactation Center at Magee, Magee-Womens Hospital of UPMC, smoothie, summer, sunscreen, travel

    breastfeeding tips summer travel
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    Boost Your Smoothie – Add Avocado!

    April 11, 2014

    Did you know avocados are one of the healthiest foods you can eat? Use this recipe to make a delicious (and nutritious) avocado smoothie. Read More

    Medically Reviewed by UPMC

    Categorized as: Nutrition

    Tagged with: avocado, Green Smoothies, infographic, omega-3 fatty acids, recipe, smoothie, Vitamin A, vitamin B, Vitamin E, vitamin K

    Did you know avocados are one of the healthiest foods you can eat? Learn how adding avocado to your smoothies can amp up the benefits.
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