Build the Perfect Smoothie with PGX!

Read on and discover what goes into the blender!

This image says it all! When I make  smoothie, I always put in frozen berries, plain Greek yogurt, orange juice and PGX Daily Singles for fibre. But sometimes, I just want a different flavour! This infographic is full of options to pick from and will inspire a whole new smoothie, tailor made just for you!

Don't forget to add PGX to that list of smoothie power boosts! Give your smoothie a fibre boost! Don't know how much to add? Check out our post from the past, How Much PGX Should You Be Adding to Your Food, for more info!

Oh and one more thing! Right now you you can get a free BONUS pack of PGX Singles with purchase of PGX Daily in Canadian stores! Have a great Tuesday! Blend on, my friends.

Image source: Super Skinny Me

You loved the guilt-free dessert so much that we're excited to bring you another, crazy good low-cal. dessert!

We absolulely believe that just because you're watching what you eat, it doesn't mean you have to deprive yourself of the foods you love. Just love them in moderation.

At only 188 calories this recipe will have you saying rock 'n rollie, bring on the Strawberry Cannoli! 

Strawberry Cannoli

• 1 pint(s)  (12 oz) strawberries, rinsed, hulled and halved
• 2 tablespoon(s) granulated sugar
• 1 tub(s)  (15 oz) whole-milk ricotta cheese
• 4 ounce(s) cream cheese
• 1 cup(s) confectioners’ sugar
• 1/4 teaspoon(s) almond extract
• 1 box(es)  (4 or 5 1⁄4 oz) sugar cones (12 cones)
• 1/2 teaspoon of PGX
• Garnish: chocolate mini chips and sliced strawberries

Directions

1. At least 1 day before serving, proceed through Step 3. Line a colander and a medium-size strainer with a sturdy paper towel; set each in a bowl.
2. Pulse strawberries and granulated sugar in food processor until coarsely chopped. Scrape into colander, top with a paper towel and refrigerate overnight to drain well (this is important). Clean processor.
3. Put ricotta, cream cheese and confectioners' sugar in processor; pulse until smooth. Transfer to strainer, cover with a paper towel and refrigerate overnight.
4. Just before serving: Prop cones upright in tall glasses partially filled with granulated sugar to support cones. Fold drained berries, almond extract and PGX into ricotta mixture. Spoon into a gallon-size ziplock bag. Cut 1⁄2 in. off a corner; pipe filling into cones and garnish. The sugar cones replace the usual pastry shells, which can be hard to make or find in stores.

Enjoy!

Image and Recipe: Woman's Day 

Those tiny berries are loaded with nutrients - a great edible obsession!

This time of year is a perfect time to stock up on blueberries. Even frozen, blueberries are still delicious and lose no nutritional value; an awesome way to add a healthy bonus to any meal!

Blueberries are considered a superfood and are jam packed with antioxidants. They are great for your skin and help your brain stay healthy and strong. Blueberries are also an excellent source of Vitamin C and E.

One of the great ways to incorporate blueberries into your diet is at breakfast. You can add them to a smoothie, fresh or frozen. The blueberries not only add health benefits but give the smoothies a soft purple color. This can help make those "Green Monster" smoothies look a little more appealing. If you enjoy having a hot breakfast, it works well as a topper on hot oatmeal or fresh protein pancakes.

This year, I've been seeing more blueberries in salads for dinner and lunch. In salads, blueberries work well with feta cheese, strawberries and spinach with a light vinaigrette dressing. These types of salads make for a quick and crisp summer dinner - epecially when you are in a rush!

Tip: Don't forget an easy and convenient way to take your PGX is by sprinkling the granules over the fresh fruit, oatmeal or salad!

Img source: Delicious Blueberry Quinoa Pancakes from Ambitious Kitchen

Recently here at our PGX Head Quarters (HQ) we've had an obsession with how to create the best smoothie using our new PGX Satisfast Protein Powder. PGX Satisfast can be mixed simply with water but we like to spruce it up a bit here! We've narrowed it down and listed what we love to use as the base of the smoothie and all the extras that can be added for more health benefits.

The Base:

• 1 scoop of PGX Satisfast Protein Powder (Vanilla or Chocolate)
• 1/2 cup of Almond Milk
• 1/2 cup of cold water
• 4 ice cubes

Fruits & Vegetables:
*Add 1 cup of a mixture of fruit and/or vegetables.

• Strawberries
• Bananas
• Mango
• Coconut
• Blueberries
• Kale
• Spinach
• Beets

Add some extras health benefits:

• Chia Seeds (Omega 3's)
• Ground Flaxseed (good source of fibre)
• AllGreens with Super Berry Concentrate (enhances energy levels)

Blend all your chosen ingredients together in a blender and you will have one tasty smoothie! PGX Satisfast Protein Powder leaves you feeling full for hours and it makes for a great breakfast alternative.

What is your favourite ingredient to add to your smoothie? Leave us a comment below or join in on the discussion on our Facebook Page.

Image source: Michelle Foster

Hey PGX'ers! Jump because it's the weekend!

Check out these fun and fascinating links from around the web!

Hello fabulous people! Last night I was watching Audrey Hepburn in the classic film, Funny Face, and I always enjoy the endearingly awkward but wonderful dance scene when she let's loose in a Parisian cafe. Well, I can tell you right now that as the Friday work day winds down and the freedom of the long weekend looms closer, I'm jumping around on the inside!

So instead of just one awesome topic for today's post, I've been combing through the internet to find you articles and tidbits that are fabulous, funny, interesting, informative, useful, edifiying... you get the idea! So, without further adjectives, here are the links to wind up your week!

Planning to start a vegetabe garden? Here are 6 Easy-to-grow Vegetables to get you started!

Want fresh orange juice? I'm pretty sure it doesn't get any fresher than with a Citra Sipper!

Ladies, do you want to go biking and get exercise without the helmet head? Here are 5 Bike-Friendly Hairstyles!

Here's the perfect fresh and healthy snack for summertime: Murray's Mango and Mozzarella! The photo is mouthwatering!

Do you have a bad habit (I can't resist Starbucks ginger molasses cookies!) that you want to break? New York Times writer, Charles Duhigg, shares a fun video about how to break habits!

Cheese-lovers! Culture Magazine can teach you how to Wholly Smoke: Use your backyard grill to make your own wood-smoked cheese!

Enjoying the summer sun? Don't forget your sunscreen! And here is a convincing photo of why it's an essential summer accessory.

Have a lovely weekend everyone!

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Image source: We Heart It