Food for Brains - Blueberry Smoothie

The Blueberry

Energy Tip: The dark blue skin of blueberries is packed with microscopic antioxidants, which makes the small round berries extra healthy. An added bonus is that the berries do not contain too many calories. So you can eat as many as you like!

Researchers have also found that a large serving of blueberry in the morning can boost concentration and memory up to five hours later. This super brain food also protects the brain from oxidative stress and reduces the effects of age related brain diseases.

Blueberries are delicious on their own. But here is an easy super brain food breakfast idea. 

Blueberry Smoothie

Per serving/person:
Energy 543 kJ/129 kcal
Protein 2.4 E%
Fat 5.0 E%
Carbohydrates 92.6 E%
Approx. 1.8 g
Dietary fibre

Ingredients:

375 g (13.2 oz) frozen blueberries
1 banana
3 dl (10.5 fl oz, 1 1⁄₃ CUP) apple juice
2 tbsp brown sugar

Serves 4

Method:

Blend blueberries, banana and apple juice, and sweeten with
brown sugar to taste. Serve cold in glasses.

Source: The Energy of cooking, Oticon.