86: Smoothies All Year Long with Frances Largeman-Roth, RDN

<p>On this week’s show, we’re making smoothies--but not just any smoothies. The blended drinks we’re making today are designed to support your family’s gut health and heart health and to deliver benefits like glowing skin, strong muscles, and calming chronic inflammation, which can wreak havoc on your health. Join us as today’s guest explains why delicious smoothies aren’t just a summertime treat.<span class= "Apple-converted-space"> </span></p> <p>Frances Largeman-Roth is a registered dietitian, mom of three, avid runner, and author of <em>Smoothies & Juices: 100 Delicious Recipes for Optimal Wellness.</em> (See our Resources section below to learn how you can enter the giveaway for this amazing cookbook.) Frances is the founder of FrancesLargemanRoth.com, where you will find delicious recipes for the whole family and many free healthy eating guides. She’s a cookbook author and contributor to <em>Today.com, Parents,</em> and <em>Parade.</em> She has appeared on TV shows like <em>Good Morning America</em> and the <em>Rachael Ray Show</em>. Frances is a whiz when it comes to making smoothies!</p> <p>On today’s show, we’ll share recipes made with unexpected ingredients like fresh and frozen peaches and oats. We’ll blend up one of my favorite recipes from the book for a Ginger Mango Orange Smoothie. Frances shares inside information about what to stock in your gut-healthy smoothie pantry. You’ll also get the scoop on protein powder and collagen and learn why you may want to add these to your smoothies. It’s time to break out your blenders again and make smoothies!</p> <p> </p> <p><strong>Show Highlights:</strong></p> <ul> <li>The scoop on Frances’ country life after 12 years in Brooklyn as she raises her kids, 11, 9, and 6--and prepares to add a new puppy to the mix</li> <li>Frances’ work for food magazines, writing cookbooks, and her website/newsletter</li> <li>What mealtime looks like in Frances’ busy household</li> <li>Frances’ cookbooks: <em>Feed the Belly</em> (a guide for pregnant moms who want to eat a health