This recipe contains Dr. Michael Greger's Daily Dozen. Check my website under 'Resources' for the Daily Dozen list.

• 2 cups packed fresh baby spinach
• 1 large apple, cored
• 1 cup diced pineapple
• 1/2 avocado, peeled and pitted
• 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves
• 3 soft Medjool dates, pitted (I also use Deglet dates and use 4 or 5 depending on size as Medjool are larger.)
• 1 1/4 inch piece fresh tumeric, grated (or use 1/4 tsp ground tumeric)
• 2 tsps blended peeled lemon or lime (see note below)
• 1 T ground flaxseeds
• ice cubes
• some water (optional)

Combine all ingredients in high speed blender until completely smooth. Add 2/3 cup water or a bit more, as needed and ice. Serve asap. This is incredibly healthy and refreshing!

Note: Using either lemon or lime, peel the fruit, then cut in cubes and blend in processor. Use the entire fruit in recipes.