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The 13 Holy Nights5 Essential Beautifying Green Smoothie Recipes

for Vitality, Boundless Energy and aStrong Immune System

by Alicia Morrow

© Copyright 2014 All Rights Reserved | Alicia Morrow, CHC, AADP | www.RadiantPossibilities.com

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Copyright:

Alicia Morrow clearly states her right to be identified as the author of this work in accordance with the U.S. Copyright Law, as amended from time to time. All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced or transmitted in any form or by any means, mechanical, electronic, photocopying, recording or otherwise, without the prior written permission of the author, Alicia Morrow.

Copyright 2014 © Alicia MorrowLafayette, CO, USA

This (third) edition published in the USA by Alicia Morrow in 2014.A Radiant Possibilities publication www.RadiantPossibilities.com

Disclaimer:

Alicia Morrow is a board certified holistic health and nutrition coach through the American Association of Drugless practitioner (AADP) and is not a medical doctor or a physician. None of the advice herein is to be used for diagnosing or curing any disease or medical illness.

The techniques and advice described in this book represent the opinions of the author based on her experience and study. The author clearly disclaims any responsibility, loss or risk, personal or otherwise, which is incurred as a result of using any of the techniques, recipes, or suggestions herein. If in any doubt, or if requiring medical advice, please contact the appropriate health professional.By participating in this program you understand that your choices in ALL areas are ultimately your responsibility.


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“The real sin against life is to abuse and destroy beauty, even one’s own – even more, one’s own, for that has been put in our care and we are responsible for its well-being.” –Katherine Anne Porter

Welcome to my “5 Essential Beautifying Green Smoothie Recipes” eBook.

My intention in sharing this “essential” information with you is to assist you in enhancing and elevating your energy levels, your vitality, your unique beauty and your immune system so that you can more powerfully pursue your dreams and share your gifts with the world.

To me, there are few things that are more important than being able to fully express who you are, and through your self-expression, shine your light and beauty into the world around you. When we give ourselves permission to truly be who we are, we give others permission to do the same. And in a world that is starving for authenticity and truth, fully being you is a refreshing and powerful thing to do.

Green smoothies are a powerful way to enhance and elevate who you are to new heights. They are a quick, easy and delicious way to feed your body the essential nutrition you require to function at a high level in your life. And likely, if you are reading this, you desire to be at a high level!

My green smoothie recipes are loaded with leafy green goodness as well as powerful superfoods. This combination will skyrocket your energy levels, give your skin a dewy glow, and boost your confidence levels so that sharing who you are feels easier and more natural to you.

It’s amazing that a curious green concoction can do all of these amazing things, but it’s true. Try drinking a green smoothie everyday for 5 days and feel the difference for yourself. I think you’ll be really amazed.

You may already be a seasoned green smoothie drinker, and if you are you know very well what I’m talking about here. I invite you to take things to the next level for yourself and begin using high alkaline (pH above 7.0) water to blend your smoothies. This powerful addition will raise the vibration of your smoothies, and equally raise the vibration of every cell in your body. Try it for yourself and notice how you feel.

There is always another level and a new height to take things to. And at that new place lies your potential, simply waiting to be tapped. So go ahead! Take the steps you know you can take to go to your next level. You’ll never look back at your life and think, “I really wish I hadn’t gone to the next level.” But you might regret not going there!

From my heart to yours, please enjoy these delicious, decadent and powerful green smoothie recipes. May they assist you in being the very best version of you.

With love and radiant possibilities,


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Contents

Copyright & Disclaimer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

Welcome . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

Alicia’s Top Tips for Creating an Amazing Green Smoothie Every Time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Hormone Balancing Chocolate-Banana Smoothie . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Mood Enhancing Superfood Smoothie . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Immune Boosting Citrus & Mint Smoothie . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

I’m Feeling Good Mango-Mint & Ginger Green Smoothie . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Creamy & Comforting Apples & Spice Green Smoothie . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Are You Ready for Your Next Step? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

About Alicia . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13


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Alicia’s Top Tips for Creating an Amazing Green Smoothie Every Time

1. If possible, use a high powered blender to blend your smoothie into creamy, completely liquefied smoothie. This is not a requirement, but I have found that using a more conventional blender often leaves bits of green leaves or half-blended produce, which to me feels more like a “lumpy” than a true “smoothie”…

2. Place your liquids and high water content (or juicy) produce into the blender carafe first. This way, the blades will catch the produce and liquefy it, creating a vortex, or a little “tornado” inside your blender carafe that will pull the other non-juicy ingredients down into the blades. Blending all of your ingredients will go faster, and you will have a creamier smoothie.

If you add your leafy greens and powders into your blender first, the blades will only slice them up, but they won’t create the vortex. The rest of your produce will simply sit on top and you’ll be left with a blender carafe of produce that doesn’t come close to resembling a smoothie!

3. Be certain to completely seal the lid to the blender on to the carafe before you start blending. It’s the surefire way to avoid wearing your green smoothie and painting your kitchen walls green!

4. When you begin blending your smoothie, start on a low speed to allow the blades to catch the produce, create the vortex, and pull the remaining ingredients down into the blades. If you increase the speed too fast too quickly, most of your smoothie will end up in the lid and on the sides of the blender carafe instead of down in the blades where it will be properly liquefied and incorporated.

Slowly increase the speed until on high. Blend at the highest speed for a few seconds, and then when your smoothie looks like it’s been completely blended and appears to be creamy and smooth, turn the speed back down to low before turning the blender off. You may choose to use a preset program on your blender that will do this for you.

5. Use a spoon to taste test your smoothie. Leafy greens can be bitter tasting and off-putting. You can add ½ a peeled banana, ½ an apple, a pitted date (or two), or a few drops of liquid stevia to balance the flavors so you enjoy every last sip, slurp and drop of your smoothies. Life is just too short to eat food that doesn’t taste good!

6. Whenever possible, serve your green smoothie in a pretty glass. To me, this elevates the entire green smoothie experience and makes it feel more “special”. And who doesn’t like feeling “special”?? I like to use stemmed or non-stemmed wine glasses, martini glasses, or a tall, pretty glass with a straw.

Garnish your smoothie or glass with a piece of fruit, a dash of spice, or a sprinkle of superfoods like bee pollen, raw cacao nibs or shredded unsweetened coconut. This adds an extra superfood punch and some texture to your smoothie that will make it more beautiful. Then, take the time to sit and enjoy your smoothie and notice how much more satisfied you feel once you are complete.


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The 13 Holy Nights5 Essential Beautifying Green Smoothie Recipes

for Vitality, Boundless Energy and aStrong Immune System


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Hormone Balancing Chocolate - Banana SmoothiePrep Time: 5 minutesYield: 24 oz.

3 bananas, peeled and broken into halves2 Tbsp raw cacao powder1 tsp maca powder1 cup fresh spinach leaves1 cup coconut water or high alkaline water, or more to blendpinch high mineral salt

1. Place the bananas, cacao powder, maca powder, coconut water and salt into a blender and blend until all of the ingredients are well incorporated.

2. Add the spinach leaves and blend until completely smooth and creamy.

3. Adjust the amount of coconut water to achieve the consistency you desire. More coconut water will create a thinner, more liquid smoothie. Less will create a thicker and creamier smoothie.

4. Serve immediately, garnishing each smoothie with a sprinkle of cacao powder.

5. Stored in a sealed container in the refrigerator, Hormone Balancing Smoothie will keep for 2 days.

A Note from Alicia: I know very few women who don’t crave chocolate. There’s just something about it that makes everything a little bit better! Do you agree?

There have been a lot of studies about the chemical make-up of chocolate and what makes us love it so. It’s rich in serotonin – the feel good chemical – as well as antioxidants, minerals, and PEAs, the chemicals the body produces when it falls in love. Suffice it to say, cacao is made up of some really good stuff!

The real gem in this smoothie, however, is the maca powder. Maca is an incredible strength and stamina enhancer, as well as a fantastic hormone balancer. When paired with the benefits of the cacao powder, this smoothie promises to not only taste delicious, but also help you glide through a stress-filled day with a beautiful sense of power and resilience.

For a slightly frothier smoothie, and a great warm weather treat, try using frozen bananas instead.


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Mood Enhancing Superfood Smoothie:Prep Time: 7 minutesYield: 32 oz.

1. Place bananas, avocado, dates, vanilla, turmeric, salt, mint and spinach into a blender carafe. Then add the coconut or high alkaline water to blend until smooth and creamy.

2. Serve immediately and top your smoothie with a few raw cacao nibs for crunch and superfood goodness!

3. Stored in a sealed container in the refrigerator, Mood Enhancing Superfood Smoothie will keep for 48 hours.

A Note from Alicia:

I’ve believe it’s time that we - the smart, amazing women that we are - begin to recognize that the food we eat has the power to make or break us in very real ways. If what you eat actually creates your blood, your cells, your organs – you! – then let’s get smart and savvy about the quality of you that is being created!

I choose a whole, organic, vegetable and fruit focused way of eating because I feel my very best when I eat this way. I take things up a notch further when I infuse my meals with leafy greens, superfoods, and mood lifting ingredients. Why not eat in a way that supports the beautiful, dynamic, intelligent and sensual you?

This recipe can enhance your moods because it’s rich, creamy, sweet, and infused with amazing superfoods like turmeric (great for inflammation and pain) and maca. It’s a gorgeous color, it’s full of amazing nutrition, and it’s uber refreshing too.

Elevate your mood with this superfood smoothie!

2 ripe bananas, peeled½ ripe avocado, peeled and pitted2 cups fresh spinach leaves15 fresh mint leaves2 Medjool dates, pitted and crowns removed¼ tsp vanilla extract

¼ tsp ground turmeric¼ tsp maca powderpinch high mineral salt2 cups coconut water or high alkaline water


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Immune Boosting Citrus & Mint SmoothiePrep Time: 8 minutesYield: 32 oz.

2 oranges, peeled and rough chopped1 red grapefruit, peeled and rough chopped1 apple, cored and rough chopped20 leaves fresh mint1 cup fresh spinach leaves1 Tbsp local bee pollen1 cup coconut water or high alkaline water

1. Place the citrus, apple and greens into a blender carafe, then add the bee pollen and coconut or high alkaline water.

2. Blend until completely smooth and creamy, and serve immediately.

3. Stored in a sealed container in the refrigerator, “Immune Boosting Citrus & Mint” Smoothie will keep for 2 days.

A Note from Alicia:

Believe it or not, I don’t always drink green smoothies. Sometimes the time of year, the temperature outside, and the clear messages from my body say “no thank you” to the notion of a green smoothie for breakfast or any other meal. But even during the cold weather months I do find my way back into my green smoothie routine. This immune boosting smoothie is the perfect way to begin!

Cleansing and detoxification feel very natural to the body when we’ve eaten foods we don’t normally eat (like, say, during the holiday season...). The citrus, apple and greens in this recipe will help your body release mucus and support your immune system with high doses of vitamin C and bio-flavinoids. The addition of local bee pollen adds protein and a lovely sweetness to your smoothie. Finally, the coconut water helps to hydrate and re-mineralize your body so you can feel replenished and ready for anything.

Make this delicious smoothie and join me for a toast to health from the inside out!


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I’m Feeling Good Mango - Mint & Ginger Green SmoothiePrep Time: 5 minutesYield: 32 oz.

3 cups mango, fresh or frozen20 leaves fresh mint (stems are okay, too)½” fresh ginger root, or more to taste1 Tbsp local bee pollen2 cups fresh leafy greens (kale, spinach, lettuces, etc.)1 ½ cups high alkaline water or coconut water

1. Place the mango into your blender carafe, and top with fresh mint, ginger, bee pollen and leafy greens.

2. Add high alkaline water or coconut water, and blend.

3. Stored in a sealed container in the refrigerator, Mango - Mint & Ginger Green Smoothie will keep for 48 hours.

A Note from Alicia:

Whenever I eat mango, I think of the artist-poet Sark and her book “Eat Mangoes Naked”. There is something innately sexy about mangoes, and this smoothie is no exception to that truth. The mint lifts the flavor and aids in digestion, while the ginger is warming to the body. The leafy greens offer powerful, heart opening nutrition and nourishment.

Sometimes the simplest recipes have the greatest impact.

To switch things up, you can replace the water with coconut water. This substitution provides an excellent antidote to dehydration, making this smoothie a fantastic go-to post-workout drink. Enjoy!


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Creamy & Comforting Apples & Spice Green SmoothiePrep Time: 6 minutesYield: 24 oz.

2 medium sized apples, cored and rough chopped3 Tbsp raw cashew butter1 tsp pumpkin pie spice¼ tsp vanilla extract½ tsp maca powder1 cup fresh spinach1½ cups high alkaline water(optional: 1 scoop vegan protein powder in a neutral flavor, or experiment with vanilla, chocolate or chai flavors as desired)

1. Place the apples, cashew butter, flavorings and maca into the blender carafe, then add the protein powder, spinach leaves, and water.

2. Blend until smooth and creamy, then serve immediately.

3. Stored in a sealed container in the refrigerator, this “Creamy & Comforting ” green smoothie will keep for 48 hours.

A Note from Alicia:

This delicious smoothie celebrates the colder weather months by featuring fresh apples and pumpkin pie spice. Cashew butter makes this recipe a little richer and creamier, and maca is the ideal superfood to support your adrenals and assist your body in managing the stress in your life.

Who couldn’t use a little superfood support to banish stress?

You can top this smoothie with a dash of pumpkin pie spice or a sprinkling of shredded coconut and maca powder. Serve it in a gorgeous glass with a straw and take the time to sit, sip and fully receive this gorgeous drink. Enjoy!


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Are You Ready for Your Next Step?

If you’ve enjoyed the recipes in this eBook, you’ve likely also felt how amazing you feel when you feed your body the nutrition it requires to be it’s very best. Green smoothies are a powerful starting point... and there is so much more waiting for you!

Beautiful things begin to happen when you meet the requirements of your health and your body with delicious, high vibration, raw foods. The state of your health will actually support your dreams instead of holding you back from them. You will be ready for more.

The key to living a beautiful and powerful life lies in your ability to receive the support that matches the size of your dreams. In fact, your success in life is directly proportionate to the level of support you allow yourself to receive.

My question for you is...

Are you ready to receive the support you require to take a stand for you and your dreams?

If you know there is more waiting for you, and you’re ready to go to the next level in your life, let’s have a conversation.

I’d love to get to know you and discuss how my work can support you in embodying your divine gifts, sharing your beauty and standing in your feminine power like never before.

Simply click this link to apply for a FREE 30-minute no-obligation Discovery Session.

I look forward to connecting with you!

xx

Alicia

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About AliciaAlicia Morrow is an avid lover of all things beautiful including international travel, art, raw food, fashion, and the never-ending but always engaging journey of personal growth and spiritual development. After years of denying the importance of beauty in her life, Alicia has wholeheartedly embraced it, and infuses it into all that she does. This has been the key to unlocking the truly fulfilling, abundant and authentic life she lives today.

It is Alicia’s passion and privilege to coach and mentor an international audience of amazing women to integrate the powerful secrets to joyfully taking a stand for living

life on their own terms. Alicia is the author of “How to Get Started On Your Radiant Possibilities Journey”, “Radiant Loving”, “The 13 Holy Nights” and the popular “7 Days to Radiant” raw food cleanse. She offers exclusive 1:1 coaching, luxurious private day intensives, and will be hosting weekend and week-long retreats in 2014 and beyond for driven, high-aiming women who want to feel liberated and truly free in every area of their lives.

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