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Submitted By: Daven on 1/5/2007. (

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Joy's Beauty Blend
Joy Bauer, nutritionist
Serves two

My smoothie provides a great big blast of complexion-friendly nutrients—Vitamins C and E, Beta Carotene, Selenium and Omega 3 fats.

INGREDIENTS

• 2 cold oranges, peeled and cut into sections.
• 1/2 chopped mango, cold
• 1/2 cup sliced frozen (unsweetened) strawberries
• 1 medium carrot, peeled, shredded
• 1/2 cup plain, non-fat yogurt, chilled
• 2 tablespoons wheat germ
• 2 tablespoons ground flaxseed
• 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon granulated sugar

DIRECTIONS
Place all ingredients in a blender or food processor and blend until smooth.

TIPS
Nutrient Analysis (one serving)
Calories: 250
Protein: 9 g
Carbohydrates: 48 g
Total Fat: 4 g
Saturated Fat: 0 g
Cholesterol: 0 mg
Sodium: 72 mg
Fiber: 9 g

Skin specific nutrients:
Vitamin C: 126 mg (209% DV)
Beta Carotene: 2859 ug
Vitamin E: 3.9 IU (13% DV)
Vitamin A (all from Beta Carotene): 5839 IU (117%DV)
Selenium: 9 ug (14% DV)
+ omega 3 fats

Tags: health skin smoothy

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