Starting the day off with a plant-based smoothie puts you on the path to getting those nine servings of fruits and veggies a day. Enjoy these beverages instead of sugar-laden soft drinks and your weight will thank you, too. Homemade almond milk is easier to make than you think and has no added sugar.
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