On the basis of trying to better myself, I tried to eat healthier. With some success at this, I decided to go out on a limb and try a new nourishing trend in the fitness field: green smoothies. Nothing seems more appetizing to me than a tall glass of cold, thick, green, slush. This drink is often a popular meal replacer and could be described as a salad blended into oblivion with a banana or other fruit.

I don’t limit myself by only adding leafy greens to my recipes. I blend in everything except the kitchen sink: peas, carrots, celery, a whole onion, broccoli, one can not go wrong.  Green smoothies are delicious and nutritious because they contain mashed vegetables and fruits, like baby food for adults.

Forget making an extravagant breakfast.  This smoothie, unlike other breakfast foods such as eggs, bacon and toast won’t leave me hungry three and a half minutes later. Even a big bowl of cereal leaves me hungry minutes later, while this eight ounce glass leaves me bloated to the point where I almost can’t walk. If I am feeling especially adventurous I will add in a whole carton of raw eggs, shell and all, to my smoothie for extra protein.

Instead of my family’s huge “traditional” Thanksgiving dinner, I have been debating asking my parents to replace the turkey and mashed potatoes for a more satisfying and healthy choice: enough green smoothies to go around.

Also, now that fall is here, that means football games and bonfires. Bring your own blender to your next tailgate. Instead of bratwurst or buffalo chicken dip try swapping these unhealthy foods for a green smoothie. Nothing brings friends closer together than homemade blended comfort food.

This life changing trend leaves my stomach super full until dinner time, is better than any secret recipe passed down in your family for generations and is super easy to make. I just have to remember to check between my teeth for kale after I finish. Fads are great and should always be followed no matter the circumstances.