so instead of making a watery goo to gulp – i make a waterless gruel that is less in quantity but more green-concentrated. i only put half the fruit in the blender – and the rest i cut nicely on top. this way i also make sure to “chew” my smoothie rather than gulping it down without sexy saliva.

i often like to throw in some fresh ginger or a cinnamon stick or even a jalapeno.

if you want it less than optimal – then coconut shavings and real ground carob add nice texture – but digestion will slow.

persimmons or papayas are nice because they have jellying agents that make it like a curd.

mangos are goddessly.

berries for decoration are heavenly.

frozen fruit in the blender will keep the blending chill and i find it tastes better cold.

so go get those weeds from the crack in the sidewalk city boy! they cost nothin’ and the dogs blessed them!

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