今注目を集めている Is Drinking Smoothies Good for Youについて、主要な情報を分かりやすく掲載しています。

People rave about smoothies keeping fiber intact, and that’s true—if you blend the whole fruit or veggie. But when you pulverize that fiber, you break down its structure. Fiber works best when it’s whole, acting like a sponge to slow sugar absorption. In a smoothie, that sponge is all torn up.

So, you still get some benefit, but it’s like wearing a raincoat with holes. It’s better than nothing, but don’t pretend you’re getting the same effect as crunching on a raw carrot. Your bloodstream knows the difference. Trust me.

My Golden Rule (And You Should Try It)

After years of trial, error, and one particularly traumatic green juice that tasted like a lawn, I’ve landed on a simple rule: chew your smoothie. No, really. Drink it slowly, swish it around, let your brain register it as “food.” It sounds ridiculous, but it changes everything.

[Guide] The 30 Benefits of Drinking Healthy Smoothies

Also, limit the fruit to one serving per smoothie. One banana, or a half-cup of berries—not both. And never, ever add extra sweeteners. If your smoothie needs honey, you’re doing it wrong. Add a date if you must, but that’s it. (You’re welcome.)