Immune Boosting Orange, Pomegranate & Cherry Smoothie
Get the vitamins and minerals you need all winter long with 100% of the daily recommended value of vitamin C in every serving of this immunity boosting fruit smoothie. Vitamin C maintains and strengthens a healthy immune system by protecting cells and promoting the production and function of immune cells.
Vitamin C & more to support your immune system.
Also, flavonoids and carotenoids in oranges work to support the immune system by fighting inflammation and helping cells communicate, which can help strengthen immune responses when encountering infections.
“Safeguarding your health against the spread of illness is important year-round, especially during colder months when reports of cold and flu increase,” said Dr. Rosa Walsh, director of scientific research at the Florida Department of Citrus. “A key step in supporting your immune system is maintaining a well-balanced diet that is high in essential nutrients. Incorporating an 8-ounce glass of orange juice can help you meet the recommended daily value of vitamin C and support your hydration.”
A breakfast that boosts other functions, too.
Additionally, orange juice is a source of phytonutrients like hesperidin, which has been shown in clinical studies to have antioxidant-like properties, heart health benefits and may help reduce inflammation. Hesperidin has also been linked with benefits related to cognitive function, immune system function and bone health.
Level up your breakfast orange juice with this fruit smoothie made with cherries and pomegranate juice too.
Orange, Pomegranate & Cherry Super Fruit Smoothie Recipe
Course: BeverageCuisine: American2
servings5
minutes150
kcalUpgrade your morning orange juice to this amazing super fruity smoothie that boosts your immune system.
Ingredients
8 ounces Florida Orange Juice
4 ounces dark sweet cherries, pits removed
2 ounces pomegranate juice
Directions
- In blender, puree orange juice, cherries and pomegranate juice then serve.
Source: recipe & photo courtesy of Florida Citrus. Please see our nutritional disclaimer.
Can’t find great fresh fruit for your smoothie? Try this!
At some times of year it’s difficult to find fresh fruit, so use a frozen fruit mix. (Plus, frozen fruit makes the smoothie thicker.)
Here’s the basic smoothie recipe:
- 8 oz. Florida Orange Juice
- 4 oz. frozen fruit
- 2 oz. fruit juice
Awesome combinations to try:
- Frozen blackberries, orange juice and acai juice
- Frozen blueberries, orange juice and lychee juice
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