Smoothies are creamy, fruity, delicious, quick and easy to make, and -- they¿re good for you! Blending ingred. such as fresh fruit, yogurt, and coconut oil, smoothies are nutritionally sound drinks that taste just like ice cream shakes. Enjoy simple, tasty recipes for: Fabulous fruit smoothies and shakes; Healing smoothies that help fight the flu, hangovers, infections, jet lag, even aging skin; Low-carb smoothies that will help you lose weight; Coconut-oil-based smoothies that have amazing health benefits; Pick-me-ups for pregnant women and new parents; and Workout drinks. Includes easy charts that analyze calorie, fat, protein, and vitamin content, this guide will give you tips on choosing fruits and veggies, preparation, cleanup, storage, and more. Illustrations.