[JediReturns84]

Some of my coworkers convinced me to try a fruit/veggie smoothie (they do this with all sorts of fruits and veggies, as they have nothing to do with hcg). They said that as long as you put less spinach in the smoothie than there is fruit, then you don't taste it. So if you're someone who makes apple or strawberry or orange smoothies... try it! I actually tried it with 1/2 apple and 1/2 frozen strawberries, which I'm not sure is following protocol technically, but it was pretty tasty! Seems best with 1/3 spinach, 2/3 fruit, and of course ice and water added. (I won't be offended if someone points out this is a horrible idea because of the mixing lol)

[wrenjmerg]

I'd say stick to the protocol!! It states no mixing of fruits or veggies!

[xIuvyAuT]

I agree. Follow protocol is what I have heard over and over and over. Therefore, no mixing! But maybe you have done this before and had no problem with it. You will know in the morning when you weigh and if you don't get losses, don't do it again. Good Luck!!

[Mqcawkzd]

actually you can mix fruits as long as it doesn't exceed your allowance each sitting. and plenty of people mix their veggies WITH their fruits - like in a salad. But yes, if you are goin to use spinach in your smoothie it must be the veggie of the meal as well. good idea too BTW

[lrtoinbert]

I usually do not mix, but because I went through my doc on my first round and they said it was fine, I do sometimes. A common recipe I've heard is strawberry dressing to go on your salad (haven't tried it)... so I figured for those rebels out there, this might be a good idea But I do appreciate it being pointed out that this may not technically be correct (or a good idea) since so many people read these boards and I wouldn't want to give someone bad info!

[mashabox]

What about grating the melba toast into crumbs and adding that to your smoothie with cinnamon and nutmeg spices? if you want to have your vegetable at a different hour of the day.

I am just starting the diet for the first round and I am planning on experimenting with some apple smoothies as well. I like spinach more than lettuce for eating, but in a smoothie I have found iceburg lettuce gives off a less powerful flavor. Also baking the apples first if you are not trying to adhere to RAW standanards might intensify the apple flavor.