Breakfast Energy Drink

Reprinted from: The American Institute for Cancer ResearchBreakfast Energy DrinkFebruary is Cancer Prevention Month – a time to focus on healthy habits that can lower your risk for cancer and other chronic diseases. Getting more fruit and vegetable servings is one important thing you can do today. And it just got easier. This nutritious breakfast smoothie combines leafy super greens, kale and spinach, with seasonal fruits, nuts and seeds for a cancer-fighting kick-start to your morning. Pumpkin will give you plenty of beta-carotene, a compound important in controlling normal cell growth and preventingMakes 2 (about 1½ cup) ServingsPer serving: 231 calories, 12 g total fat (1 g saturated fat), 24 g carbohydrate, 13 g protein, 8 g dietary fiber, 111 mg sodium.2 medium kale leaves, stems removed1 cup spinach leaves loosely packed1/2 cup fresh or frozen fruit1/3 cup plain canned pumpkin*3 Tbsp. seeds or nuts1 Tbsp. chia seeds1/2 tsp. cinnamon1/4 tsp. nutmeg1¼ cups soy or dairy milk1/2 cup water6-8 ice cubes (1 cup)Combine all ingredients in blender or food processer and blend on high until smooth. Let sit for 1 minute to thicken before serving.