Greens - Dherbs - The Best All Natural Herbal Remedies & Products https://www.dherbs.com/tag/greens/ Buy the best herbal supplements, natural remedies, and herbal remedies from Dherbs. We're the #1 alternative medicine store online. ✓ Visit and shop now! Mon, 30 Mar 2026 23:04:00 +0000 en-US hourly 1 2026 Dirty Dozen And Clean 15 Lists https://www.dherbs.com/articles/2026-dirty-dozen-and-clean-15-lists/ Tue, 31 Mar 2026 09:27:00 +0000 https://www.dherbs.com/?p=177806

Looking for a guide to help you make safer produce choices? Learn which foods made the Dirty Dozen and Clean 15 lists.

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Do you ever wonder which fruits and vegetables are most contaminated with pesticides? Or are you one of those shoppers that just hopes for the best when they buy produce? If you have concerns, fret not because the Environmental Working Group (EWG) publishes an annual Shopper’s Guide every year. In this guide, the EWG highlights the Dirty Dozen and Clean 15, two lists that help consumers reduce exposure to potentially harmful chemicals while helping them consume lots of produce.

The EWG suggests that even after you wash and peel certain fruits and vegetables, they can still contain pesticide residue. Nearly 75% of non-organic fresh produce sold in the United States contains pesticide residue. That underscores how widespread exposure has become, even for people who habitually and thoroughly wash fruits and vegetables

This information should not scare you away; rather, it should help you make smarter, healthier produce choices. If you are looking for the most up-to-date information from the EWG, it recently published both the 2026 Dirty Dozen and 2026 Clean 15 lists. 

The Key Findings

In the 2026 Dirty Dozen and Clean 15 lists, researchers note several insights of importance. Some of the key findings are detailed below:

  • 96% of the Dirty Dozen samples contained pesticide residues
  • Nearly 60% of Clean 15 produce had no detectable pesticides
  • More than 54,000 produce samples were analyzed across 47 fruits and vegetables
  • On average, some samples contained four or more pesticides 
  • PFAS (or forever chemicals) were found in a large number of samples
  • Nearly 75% of conventional produce contained pesticide residues, even after washing practices
  • Researchers found 264 different pesticides overall

2026 Dirty Dozen List

Researchers note that there were no major items removed or added to the 2026 listThe 2026  Dirty Dozen list includes both fruits and vegetables with the highest pesticide contamination. Below, you will find the 12 most pesticide-laden produce items:

  • Spinach
  • Kale, collards, and mustard greens
  • Strawberries
  • Grapes
  • Nectarines
  • Peaches
  • Cherries
  • Apples
  • Blackberries
  • Pears
  • Potatoes
  • Blueberries

From samples on the Dirty Dozen list, researchers found 203 total pesticides, and pesticides were found on 96% of all samples on the list. PFAS were found on 63% of all Dirty Dozen foods. Potato samples had an average of two pesticides, while all other 11 produce items had four or more pesticides. All of the foods on this list tend to have thin skins that easily absorb pesticides. When available, buy organic versions of these items. 

2026 Clean 15 List

The Clean 15 list remained unchanged from 2025 to 2026, but the rankings may have shifted slightly. What is clear is that this list highlights the produce items with the lowest pesticide levels. Nearly 60% of the produce on the 2026 Clean 15 list had no detectable pesticides, and only 16% of the produce had residues of multiple pesticides. 

  • Pineapple
  • Sweet corn (frozen or fresh)
  • Avocados
  • Papaya
  • Onions
  • Sweet peas (frozen)
  • Asparagus
  • Cabbage
  • Cauliflower
  • Watermelon
  • Mangos
  • Bananas
  • Carrots
  • Mushrooms
  • Kiwi

Many of the foods on this list have thick skins or natural resistances to pests. That ultimately reduces pesticide exposure, and they are generally safe to buy conventionally if you are on a budget and cannot afford organic varieties.

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Get Your Green On! https://www.dherbs.com/dhtv/health-videos/get-your-green-on/ Tue, 17 Mar 2026 16:44:40 +0000 https://www.dherbs.com/uncategorized/get-your-green-on/

Create your own luck with the power of greens.

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Feeling lucky this St. Patrick’s Day? Create your own luck with the power of greens. Skip the heavy foods and fuel your body with kale, spinach, cucumbers, and fresh herbs – packed with nutrients that support energy, digestion, and overall wellness. If you’re on the Dherbs Full Body Cleanse, stay committed and celebrate with clean, plant-based meals that keep you feeling your best. The real pot of gold? A healthier, more energized you.

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Creamy Green Smoothie https://www.dherbs.com/recipes/recipe/creamy-green-smoothie/ Fri, 06 Mar 2026 18:16:00 +0000 https://www.dherbs.com/?post_type=recipe&p=177627

This creamy green smoothie blends nutrient-dense kale with tropical, juicy pineapple and creamy banana for a refreshing, energizing drink.

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Add a little pep to your step when you start your morning with this energizing, refreshing green smoothie. Made with tropical, juicy pineapple, creamy banana, nutrient-dense kale, and homemade almond milk. this smoothie is an ideal breakfast or pre- or post-workout snack. It blends easily in less than a minute and you can personalize it with optional add-ons, including chia seeds, fresh ginger, lemon juice, or fresh mint.

If you have an aversion to kale, that is completely okay, but you are missing out on valuable nutrients by avoiding it. You can use spinach in its place, but should you decide to use kale, make sure that you remove the thick, fibrous stems. That will make all the difference to your smoothie. It makes it silky smooth and you won’t feel like you are chewing grass when you drink it. Ideally, you should use frozen pineapple chunks, as doing so adds thickness to the smoothie. Feel free to use fresh pineapple chunks if you prefer a lighter consistency to your smoothie.

We recommend using a frozen banana to create a lovely creamy base for your smoothie. That will pair beautifully with the homemade almond milk, which also adds a subtle nutty flavor that complements the rest of the ingredients. Should you have a nut allergy, feel free to replace the homemade almond milk with homemade hemp seed milk, homemade pumpkin seed milk, or even homemade sunflower seed milk. You can easily find recipes for all of those non-dairy milks in our recipe section.

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4 Foods That May Help With Obstructive Sleep Apnea https://www.dherbs.com/articles/4-foods-that-may-help-with-obstructive-sleep-apnea/ Thu, 05 Mar 2026 10:20:00 +0000 https://www.dherbs.com/?p=177609

If you have obstructive sleep apnea, it is best to prioritize foods that are both rich in fiber and anti-inflammatory properties.

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Sleep is essential for your overall health, but you may not feel well-rested if you have obstructive sleep apnea. That is true even if you sleep for more than eight hours a night. Obstructive sleep apnea causes repeated pauses in your breathing, so your brain wakes up for a little to reopen your airway. That repeated pattern of sleep interruption, which can last 10 seconds or longer and occur at least five times per hour, can limit your ability to get restful sleep. 

There are many factors that worsen symptoms of obstructive sleep apnea, especially weight gain. Eating healthier foods can help people with obstructive sleep apnea manage their weight. There are also certain foods that contain nutrients that may help people with obstructive sleep apnea improve sleep quality and ease symptoms. Continue reading to learn what those foods are. 

Nuts

Almonds, pistachios, walnuts, macadamia nuts, hazelnuts, and other nuts can help support heart health, reduce inflammation, and manage weight. They may also improve sleep quality, and those benefits can be attributed to the following nutrients:

  • Protein and fiber help you feel full, which can make it easier to maintain a healthy body weight. 
  • Vitamin E is an antioxidant that exhibits anti-inflammatory activity. Vitamin E may also be helpful with obstructive sleep apnea, since they tend to have higher levels of inflammation and oxidant compounds. 
  • Magnesium works to relax muscles and can help promote better sleep. 
  • Melatonin is a hormone that helps regulate the body’s sleep-wake cycle, eating melatonin-rich foods may help people get more restful sleep on a consistent basis. 

Berries

Nighttime pauses in breathing that results from obstructive sleep apnea can reduce oxygen levels. That can lead to a state of oxidative stress over time, during which there is an overabundance of cell-damaging compounds in the body. Oxidative stress can also increase the risk of heart disease, type 2 diabetes, and cognitive issues. Berries are rich in antioxidants that help reduce that inflammation and fight the free radicals that lead to oxidative stress. They also contain a lot of fiber, which helps you feel full for a while, supporting weight management. Great berries to consume include strawberries, blackberries, blueberries, and raspberries. 

Leafy Green Vegetables

The combination of low oxygen levels and higher oxidative stress can lead to inflammation, which worsens symptoms of obstructive sleep apnea. Leafy green vegetables, such as kale, spinach, Swiss chard, and collard greens, contain compounds that may help reduce inflammation. Reducing inflammation and swelling in airway tissues may lead to better sleep. Leafy greens also provide magnesium, which works to relax muscles and support better sleep quality. Leafy greens are also low in calories and high in fiber, two things that support healthy digestion and weight management, which may help improve symptoms of obstructive sleep apnea


Whole Grains

People with obstructive sleep apnea can benefit from weight loss, but it can be hard to do that without eating a balanced diet that contains fiber-rich foods. Whole grains work to support healthy digestion and keep you feeling full for longer. The fiber also helps you keep your blood sugar steady, which may support better sleep and limit inflammatory markers, both of which are essential for obstructive sleep apnea. Fiber-rich whole grains to consume include brown rice, bulgar wheat, oats, and quinoa. 

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Sneaky Healthy Green Smoothie https://www.dherbs.com/recipes/recipe/sneaky-healthy-green-smoothie/ Wed, 28 Jan 2026 17:03:00 +0000 https://www.dherbs.com/?post_type=recipe&p=177366

Why is it a sneaky healthy green smoothie? It looks like a health bar concoction, but it is a light, sweet, and tropical beverage.

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When you want to be healthy and consume a lot of different fruits and vegetables in one meal, turn to old faithful: the reliable smoothie. You can create beautiful and harmonious flavors by blending different fruits and vegetables together. Sometimes, the smoothie can be sneakily healthy. How is that possible? You add fruits that are packed with antioxidants and vital nutrients to complement the vitamins and minerals in leafy greens.

The smoothie is green because it contains spinach. Like any other leafy green, spinach controls the color of the smoothie. Similarly, beets turn a smoothie red and blueberries turn a smoothie blue. The dark pigments, which are antioxidant compounds that benefit cellular health, in these ingredients are to blame. To blame or to thank? We will let you be the judge of that.

This green smoothie contains bananas, pineapple, and grapefruit. Before you add the banana and pineapple to the blender, you’ll want to peel them and roughly dice them. Scatter them across a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and place in the freezer overnight. Make sure that the fruit pieces are in a single layer to avoid clumping. If you do not want to freeze the fruit, you can use fresh fruit and add ice until the smoothie reaches your desired consistency.

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7 Healthy Side Dishes To Make For Thanksgiving https://www.dherbs.com/articles/7-healthy-side-dishes-to-make-for-thanksgiving/ Sat, 22 Nov 2025 09:46:00 +0000 https://www.dherbs.com/?p=146940

Impress the dinner crowd with these easy and delicious Thanksgiving side dishes! They are healthy twists on classics you know and love.

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A traditional Thanksgiving dinner isn’t the epitome of health. In fact, it is the antithesis of health, and gorging oneself into a food coma is the ultimate goal. The giant spread usually consists of holiday pies and carb-centric sides that are loaded with sugar and fat. But if you want to lighten up the menu this year, we have some great Thanksgiving side dishes that will do the trick. 

It can be scary to divert from the familiar, but sometimes you need to jump into the deep end. You can search for new twists on green bean and sweet potato dishes, for example, and invite new flavors to the party. Feature seasonal produce items like Brussels sprouts or replace potatoes with celeriac, another seasonal produce item. One of the primary things that we encourage you to do is add more greens and refreshing dishes to your Thanksgiving spread. Not only does this increase your vegetable intake, but it also nourishes the body and makes the digestive system happier.

Ahead, you’ll find seven easy and healthy recipes that will go great with your Thanksgiving feast. Not only are they scrumptious, but they are a lot lighter than the traditional sides that accompany the big meal. They include more vegetables, some of which are seasonal, and aim to help you feel lighter on the day. 

Pomegranate, Avocado, & Citrus Brussels Sprouts Salad

Brussels sprouts make a great canvas for the color and flavor of fresh pomegranate arils, creamy avocado, and citrus dressing.

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Orange Maple-Glazed Brussels Sprouts

Ready in just 30 minutes, these orange maple-glazed Brussels sprouts are the perfect fall-inspired side dish for. It’s like vegetable candy! It will be an absolute treat at your Thanksgiving table.

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Vegan Scalloped Potatoes

Soft, tender, and smothered in a garlicky, creamy sauce, these vegan scalloped potatoes are the perfect sophisticated holiday side dish. These are incredibly creamy, garlicky, and sensationally delicious, especially when made from scratch. Yes, from scratch!

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Rainbow Roasted Carrots

Are you ready to taste the rainbow? Far from Skittles, these herbaceous, roasted rainbow carrots are the perfect Thanksgiving side.

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Herb Roasted Acorn Squash

We don’t want to sound overconfident, but this is a near perfect recipe. Roasted to perfection, you just can’t get enough of this squash.

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Mashed Rutabaga With Chives

Could this side dish be the new favorite menu item at your holiday feast? Mashed rutabaga is a peppery, fluffy, and low-carb treat!

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Roasted Peaches

Get ready for one of the best vegan treats you can have during summer. Roasted peaches celebrate the fruit in its natural state!

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8 Foods That Help Restore Hormone Balance https://www.dherbs.com/articles/8-foods-that-help-restore-hormone-balance/ Sat, 08 Nov 2025 09:08:00 +0000 https://www.dherbs.com/?p=177002

Hormones play a vital role in your overall health and you can feel off if they are out of whack. These foods help restore hormone balance.

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Hormones serve as chemical messengers that coordinate different functions within the body. There are several glands, organs, and tissues, which make up the endocrine system, that produce and release hormones. These hormones are vital for metabolism, growth, development, mood, and reproduction. 

What Do Hormones Do?

These chemical messengers affect and manage hundreds of bodily processes, many of which involve a chain reaction of several hormones. A hormone acts on a part of the body if it fits, e.g. the cells in the target tissue have receptors that can receive messages from that hormone. A hormone is like a key and the cells in the target tissues act as the lock. If the hormone fits the receptor on the cell wall, it will act appropriately and work, delivering a message that causes the target site to carry out a specific action.

The body uses hormones for two types of communication. The first type is between two endocrine glands, where one gland releases a hormone, stimulating another gland to change the levels of hormones that it is releasing. For example, this communication exists between the pituitary gland and the thyroid gland. The pituitary gland releases thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH), which cues the thyroid to release its hormones that affect different bodily processes. The second type of communication is between the endocrine gland and a target organ. For example, the pancreas releases insulin, which acts on the muscles and liver to help produce glucose. 

Several studies support the fact that promoting a healthy microbiome can have a positive impact on hormonal balance. Consuming probiotics and a plant-rich diet may improve the body’s regulation of ghrelin, cortisol, and insulin. Read on to learn about foods that may help restore hormone balance

Flaxseeds

Flaxseeds contain lignans, which are a type of phytoestrogen that can mimic estrogen in the body. Researchers have studied them for their potential ability to reduce estrogen levels, particularly in regards to menopause and menstrual cycle irregularities. Flaxseeds are naturally rich in fiber, which may further support hormone balance by promoting a healthier microbiome. 

Leafy Greens

Swiss chard, kale, spinach, arugula, and other leafy greens contain a variety of vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants that support hormonal health. The antioxidants in leafy greens work to reduce inflammation and assist the body with hormone production. The iron content may also help prevent anemia, while the magnesium content may help the body regulate cortisol. That ultimately leads to a more balanced stress response. 

Berries

Not only are berries low in sugar, but they also contain a lot of antioxidants, which can help fight inflammation, a factor that contributes to hormonal imbalance. Strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, and blackberries may cause a slower and lower rise in blood sugar and insulin levels. Additionally, the fiber in berries helps maintain stable hormone levels by promoting optimal gut health. 

Avocados

Praised for their monounsaturated fats, avocados are always welcomed in your diet. Those monounsaturated fats play a crucial role in hormone production, as they serve as the building blocks for hormone synthesis. Avocados are also rich in fiber and magnesium, two nutrients that may help regulate estrogen and cortisol, respectively.

Quinoa

Technically a seed but grouped with whole grains, quinoa is a great source of complete protein, meaning it means all essential amino acids that the body does not make on its own. Those essential amino acids are necessary for bodily functions, including hormone production. Additionally, the complex carbohydrates in quinoa help slow digestion and nutrient absorption, contributing to more stable blood sugar levels. That ultimately helps balance the body’s insulin response. 

Lentils

Similar to other legumes, lentils are rich in fiber, which works to support balanced insulin levels and a healthy microbiome. Like quinoa, lentils are a great source of plant protein and have a low glycemic index, helping you maintain steady blood sugar. The B-vitamins and magnesium in lentils also support hormone production and function. 

Seaweed

Kelp and nori are a couple examples of seaweed that you can eat and they have the potential to influence estradiol levels in the blood. They may also increase the excretion of hormone-related substances in the urine, which can help balance all estrogen types. By potentially regulating estrogen levels and positively impacting gut bacteria, seaweed may be a great option for hormone health. 

Broccoli

Cruciferous vegetables such as broccoli and cauliflower are naturally rich in indole-3-carbinol. This compound supports the liver in metabolizing estrogen. Broccoli is also a great source of dietary fiber, which aids the regulation of insulin and other hormones.

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These 4 Foods Have More Magnesium Than Almonds https://www.dherbs.com/articles/these-4-foods-have-more-magnesium-than-almonds/ Sat, 25 Oct 2025 09:01:00 +0000 https://www.dherbs.com/?p=176891

Almonds are an excellent source of magnesium, but there are other plant-based foods that offer higher amounts per serving.

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Found throughout the entire body, primarily in bones, muscles, and non-muscular soft tissue, magnesium is an essential mineral with many roles in the body. Even though it helps carry out many bodily functions, roughly 50% of people in the United States do not consume enough of it daily. Failure to consume enough in your daily diet can increase the risk of developing high blood pressure, osteoporosis, diabetes, and heart disease. 

Benefits Of Magnesium

Magnesium is part of a group of helper nutrients, including fiber, potassium, and antioxidants. These nutrients help protect blood vessels and work to improve insulin resistance. Magnesium also helps the body convert vitamin D into an active form that the body can use. It helps the kidneys and liver metabolize vitamin D. Being deficient in magnesium actually reduces the body’s ability to use vitamin D, which ultimately impacts calcium absorption. Magnesium also assists with:

  • Energy production
  • Muscle and nerve function
  • Bone density
  • DNA repair
  • Protein synthesis
  • Blood sugar control
  • Blood pressure regulation

Although almonds contain a good amount of magnesium, among other minerals, there are other foods that offer more magnesium. Continue reading to learn more about them. 

Legumes And Pulses

Legumes and pulses include chickpeas, lentils, peas, beans, soybeans, peanuts, green peans, and snap peas. Most legumes and pulses have less magnesium per serving than almonds, but others provide more than double. As a quick note, the body absorbs about 30% to 40% of magnesium from food. Some foods, such as legumes and pulses, have molecules that make it harder for the body to absorb magnesium. Soak your legumes to increase magnesium absorption. Consider the following amounts from different legumes and pulses:

  • Soybeans: 148 milligrams (mg) per cooked cup
  • Lima beans: 126 mg per cooked cup
  • Black beans: 120 mg per cooked cup
  • Adzuki beans: 120 mg per cooked cup
  • Edamame: 99.2 mg per cooked cup
  • Navy beans: 96.5 mg per cooked cup

Chickpeas: 78.7 mg per cooked cup

Whole Grains

Providing fiber, vitamins, and minerals like magnesium, whole grains can be great additions to your diet. Whole grains, unlike refined grains, contain all three parts of the grain (bran, germ, and endosperm), which are removed from refined grains during processing. Milling reduces the magnesium content, which explains why white rice has about 20% of the magnesium that exists in brown rice. The following whole grains offer the most magnesium:

  • Amaranth: 160 mg per cooked cup
  • Teff: 126 mg per cooked cup
  • Quinoa: 118 mg per cooked cup
  • Brown rice: 85.8 mg per cooked cup
  • Buckwheat groats: 85.7 mg per cooked cup

Leafy Greens And Vegetables

There are not too many vegetables that contain a lot of magnesium. Researchers agree that some leafy greens and select vegetables have more than almonds offer per serving. Green vegetables are highly versatile, as they can go into omelets, smoothies, salads, stir-fries, soups, or stews. Some great magnesium-rich vegetables include:

  • Spinach: 157 mg per cooked cup
  • Swiss chard: 150 mg per cooked cup
  • Beet greens: 97.9 mg per cooked cup
  • Acorn squash: 88.2 mg per cooked cup

Nuts And Seeds

Besides almonds, there are other nuts and seeds that offer good amounts of magnesium, in addition to zinc, selenium, and vitamin E. There are also nut butters and flours that contain magnesium. Use nut flours in place of standard all purpose flour to get more magnesium for your buck. And while most nuts and seeds contain some magnesium, the following ones provide more per serving than almonds do:

  • Hemp seeds: 210 mg per one ounce
  • Pumpkin seeds: 168 mg per one ounce
  • Brazil nuts: 107 mg per one ounce
  • Chia seeds: 95 mg per one ounce
  • Pilinuts: 85.6 mg per one ounce
  • Cashews: 82.8 mg per one ounce

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6 Low-Calorie Foods That Keep You Full https://www.dherbs.com/articles/6-low-calorie-foods-that-keep-you-full/ Wed, 23 Jul 2025 08:43:00 +0000 https://www.dherbs.com/?p=176299

There are many low-calorie foods that may support weight loss by keeping you full. Feel satisfied when you consider these options.

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One of the most challenging dietary feats, besides switching to a raw vegan diet, is to reduce your caloric intake. It’s possible to do, but many low-calorie foods can leave you feeling hungry or unfulfilled between meals. This is primarily because they do not contain healthy fats, fiber, protein, and complex carbohydrates. That said, there are a surprising number of low-calorie foods that can keep you full. Continue reading to learn more about them. 

Berries

Low-calorie and low-carb alert, people! Strawberries, raspberries, blueberries, and blackberries  contain beneficial antioxidants, vitamins, and minerals that benefit overall health. One cup of blueberries, for example, contains 86 calories but offers 3.6 grams (g) of fiber. Fiber, in addition to protein, has a big impact on your hunger and appetite. Berries contain a lot of pectin, a type of dietary fiber that has proven to slow stomach emptying and increase feelings of fullness in both human and animal studies. One study found that a 65-calorie afternoon snack of berries decreased total caloric intake later in the day compared to a 65-calorie snack of gummy candies. 

Air-Popped Popcorn

Before we tell you why you can have your popcorn and eat it too, please understand the difference between air-popped popcorn and buttered, movie theater popcorn. The popcorn you buy in packages that says “movie theater butter” on the label is not what we are referring to. Air-popped popcorn means that the kernels pop with heat and air, no oil or butter. You can put some kernels in a silicone bowl, cover the bowl, and microwave until they pop! Due to the high-fiber content, air-popped popcorn is one of the most filling, low-calorie snacks on this list. With only 31 calories in a cup, popcorn boasts 1.2 g of dietary fiber. In addition to slowing the digestive process to promote feelings of fullness, fiber also helps to stabilize blood sugar. Studies have found that popcorn can help enhance feelings of fullness more than other snack foods. 

Leafy Greens

On average, a one-cup serving of leafy greens contains anywhere from five to nine calories. This number will change if the greens are cooked or not, but the range we just specified applies to raw greens. That means you can consume a large serving of leafy greens without ingesting a lot of calories. Most leafy greens provide high amounts of folate, magnesium, iron, protein, and vitamins C, K, and A. You can enjoy large salads, add leafy greens to smoothies, or incorporate them into soups. 

Chia Seeds

Hailed as an incredible superfood, chia seeds offer a lot of protein, fiber, and omega-3 fatty acids. A one-ounce serving of chia seeds provides 138 calories, 4.7 g of protein, and 9.8 g of fiber. The soluble fiber in chia seeds absorbs liquid and swells in the stomach to create feelings of fullness. This can be observed if you mix chia seeds with liquid to make chia pudding. The seeds absorb the liquid to create a tapioca pudding-like texture. Some researchers observed that chia seeds can absorb 15 times their weight in water. They move slowly through the digestive tract to keep you full. 

Oats

A wonderful whole grain that is low in calories and high in protein and fiber, two nutrients that promote feelings of fullness. A half-cup serving of dry oats exhibits 154 calories, but the same cup packs 4 g of fiber and 5 g of protein. One study involving 48 adults found that eating oatmeal increased feelings of fullness and reduced hunger and caloric intake at the next meal. Another small study linked instant and old-fashioned oats to improved appetite control over a four-hour period. 

Legumes

Due to the high protein and fiber content, legumes such as peas, lentils, and beans can be very filling. One cup of cooked lentils provides 230 calories, in addition to 15.6 g and 18 g of protein. Several studies found that legumes have a powerful effect on hunger and appetite. A small study involving 43 young adults found that a high protein meal with beans, and peas increased feelings of fullness. The meal also reduced appetite and hunger more than a high protein meal with veal and pork. A review of nine other studies concluded that people felt 31% fuller after eating pulses, a type of legume, when compared to high-carb meals consisting of bread and pasta.

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5 Healthy And Refreshing Summer Smoothies https://www.dherbs.com/articles/5-healthy-and-refreshing-summer-smoothies/ Thu, 10 Jul 2025 09:13:00 +0000 https://www.dherbs.com/?p=170947

Summer is the best time of year to indulge in refreshing smoothies because they cool you off and provide a nutritional boost.

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If you want to incorporate more fruits and vegetables into your diet, start making smoothies. You can customize smoothies to align with your taste preferences, tailoring levels of sweetness, tartness, or bitterness to your liking. Plus, smoothies can help fill you up, provide you with lots of nutrients in one fell swoop, and help cool you down on hot summer days. 

What flavors do you want to refresh your palate during the summer months? Tropical ingredients, such as mango, pineapple, papaya, kiwi, and acai tend to do just that! You don’t have to rush out to a specialty grocery store to grab the most exotic, tropical fruits you can find. A simple banana, blueberry, spinach, and mango smoothie will do you right! If you want to mix it up, though, you can enjoy the recipes in this article. 

The Benefits Of Smoothies

Not only are smoothies delicious and refreshing, but they also provide essential nutrients that encourage optimal, overall health. Fruits, especially tropical varieties, tend to overpower the flavor of greens, which is great considering that a lot of people don’t consume enough greens every day. Spinach, however, does not exhibit strong flavor, despite the fact that it transforms the color to a rich emerald. 

Hydration is of extra importance during the summer months. Most people don’t drink enough water as it is, and tend to drink dehydrating beverages, such as soda, alcohol, or caffeinated drinks. You can enhance your hydration efforts by consuming smoothies, especially when you add water-rich fruits and vegetables, such as watermelon, cucumber, citrus, or melons. 

Finally, smoothies can be a helpful tool for total weight management. Smoothies are typically low-calorie meal options, unless you add lots of nuts or nut butters. The fiber from the fruits and vegetables helps keep you feeling full and satisfied for longer periods of time, which prevents overeating. If that sounds great to you, continue reading for five healthy and refreshing summer smoothies

Watermelon Mint Smoothie

How refreshing! A watermelon mint smoothie is the seasonal hydrating beverage you need to cool you off on these hot summer days. 

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Cucumber Apple Smoothie

This green smoothie is a refreshing combination of crisp cucumber, crunchy and tart apple, zesty lime, herbaceous mint, and hearty kale. 

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Lemon Blueberry Smoothie

A gorgeous lemon blueberry smoothie with refreshingly sweet and tart flavors. This is easy to make and you can add nutritional boosters too! 

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Pineapple Grapefruit Detox Smoothie

Boost your fiber, vitamin, and mineral intake and promote detoxification by enjoying this pineapple grapefruit smoothie.

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Antioxidant Beet Berry Smoothie

A bright red antioxidant beet and berry smoothie is a secret weapon for your health! Frozen bananas and dates naturally sweeten this smoothie.

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