Mango Mint
This exotic, melon-berry-flavored smoothie is packed with beta-carotene, omega-3s, and other brain-
boosting nutrients that will really help you think clearly. It tastes so delicious you’ll never believe it’s good
for you!
• 1/2 mango, pitted and peeled • 1/4 papaya, seeded and peeled
• 3 sprigs mint• 1/2 cup almond milk
• 1 cup pomegranate seeds
Blend all ingredients together. Tropical and refreshing, this smoothie reminds you of an exotic
vacation.
Yield About 2 cups.
The Dish on Pomegranates
The Good: Pomegranate seeds are a great source of antioxidants and anti-inflammatory
properties that protect you from a host of illnesses, including cancer. There are also some
indications that they may protect you from plaque buildup that contributes to Alzheimer’s
disease.
The Bad: Pomegranates tend to be expensive and can be difficult to find in many locations.
The seeds are also a bit of a trick to extract until you get the hang of it.
Berry-Berry Cherry Juice
The intense fruity and berry flavors of this smoothie are lightened up by the lemon and the cucumber.
Meanwhile, the antioxidants, minerals, and phytonutrients it contains will kick your brain into high gear.
• 1 cup dark cherries, pitted
• 1/2 lemon, peeled
• 1 cup blueberries
• 1 cucumber, quartered
• 1 cup raspberries
Blend all ingredients together. The lemon slows down oxidation, so you can take this to work with
you without worrying about losing nutritional value.
Yield: About 2 cups.
Blueberry Blast
Adults who drink blueberry juice tend to score better on cognitive tests, including memory and critical
thinking, and blackberries are great for your noggin, too. Meanwhile, cucumbers add brain-healthful
chlorophyll and lighten up the intense berry flavor of this drink.
• 1 cup blueberries
• 1 cup blackberries
• 1 cucumber, quartered
Blend all ingredients together. If you’d like to add even more brainpower while lending the smoothie
a creamy, nutty f lavor, add 1/2 cup almond milk.
Yield: About 2 cups.
The Dish on Blueberries
The Good: You know about all the good antioxidants and nutrients in blueberries, but here’s a
fun fact: they help improve balance, coordination, and short-term memory in aging rats!
The Bad: Blueberries have a high sugar content, so if you’re a diabetic or are just watching
your sugar intake, cut down their quantity by mixing them with other high-fiber produce.
Cherry Apple Chiller
Great for serving guests, this smoothie packs a nutritional punch that’s hard to beat. Add the fact that it
tastes fizzy and fruity, and you have a hit!
• 1 apple, cored and quartered • 2 sprigs mint
• 1 cup sour cherries, pitted • 2 ounces seltzer water
Blend the apple, cherries, and mint. Add the seltzer water to the smoothie, and pulse once or twice
just to blend before pouring into the glass.
Yield: About 2 cups.
Great Minds Gazpacho
The rich variety of omega-3s, antioxidants, brain-healthful vitamins, and phytonutrients in this soup will
give you a real boost. The zesty, green flavors blend well to remind you of a delicious salad or a tasty, veggie
sauce. You can control the spice level by removing the seeds from the jalapeño or omitting it altogether,
though it lends a nice note to the soup. If you’d rather take it to go, simply drink it as a smoothie.
• 1/2 cup water
• 2 cloves garlic, peeled
• 1 cucumber, quartered
• 1 avocado, pitted and peeled
• 1 green bell pepper, de-stemmed
• 1 medium jalapeño pepper, de-stemmed
(optional)
• 1 medium zucchini, quartered
• 2 scallions
• Lime juice, for garnish
Add the water to your blender along with the garlic, cucumber, and avocado. Pulse a few times to
cut them into smaller pieces, and then add the next few ingredients. Repeat until all ingredients are
incorporated, then blend until smooth. Serve in a soup bowl and garnish with a full lime twist.
Yield: About 4 cups.
Focused Vitality Smoothie
The quercetin in apples has been shown to protect your brain from diseases such as Alzheimer’s, and
asparagus is packed with vitamins A, C, E, and K, plus chromium, a mineral that helps insulin transport
glucose, your brain’s fuel. The lettuce and grapes are nutritious as well, and add a pleasing, mild flavor to
this fresh-tasting smoothie.
• 1/2 cup water
• 4 stalks asparagus tips, tender halves only
• 2 cups romaine lettuce, chopped
• 1 green apple, cored and quartered
• 1 cup green grapes
Add the asparagus, apple, and water to the blender, and pulse until it’s into small chunks. Add the
rest of the ingredients and puree.
Yield: About 2 cups.
Mental Monkey Wrench
The vitamin C, flavonoids, and healthful carbs in this smoothie will really help keep your head clear and
your thoughts running smoothly. If you’d like an additional boost of omega-3s, throw in an avocado as
well. You’re going to love the fruity taste for breakfast or as a pre-workout snack.
• 1 cup green grapes
• 1 banana, peeled
• 2 kiwis, peeled
Toss the grapes, kiwis, and banana into your blender and puree.
Yield: About 2 cups.
Beachside Breakfast for Your Brain
Vitamin C is great for memory, and this smoothie delivers it in spades. Since the spinach throws in brain-
friendly folate, plus vitamins E and K, your noggin will love this tropical-tasting brew as much as you do!
• 1 cup spinach
• 1/4 pineapple, peeled
• 1 orange, peeled
• 1/4 cantaloupe, peeled and seeded
• 1 cup pomegranate seeds
Cut the pineapple into 1-inch cubes.
Toss all of the ingredients into the blender and puree.
Yield: About 2 cups.