Heart Healthy Smoothies!

February is designated as American Heart Month to promote cardiovascular health and raise awareness about heart disease. Here at The Commons of Brightmore, our residents enjoyed a hearth healthy smoothie. Chef Justin whipped up a strawberry & beet smoothie that was delicious and nutritious. Beets contain a high concentration of nitrates which can help lower your blood pressure levels. This may lead to a reduced risk of heart disease and stroke. We encourage you to give the recipe a try!

Strawberry Beet Smoothie:

• -1 cup chopped beets (cooked or raw)
• -1 cup frozen strawberries
• -2 cups apple juice
• -1 tablespoon honey
• -1/2 -1 inch fresh ginger

Add all ingredients to a high speed blender and puree until smooth.