There was a time when social media influencers touted no-fruit smoothies, claiming that fruit smoothies are full of sugar. Unfortunately, most of us are already fruit-deprived. Almost 9 out of 10 U.S.

Researchers at UC Davis discovered that adding a banana to your smoothie may drastically reduce the absorption of flavanols — powerful compounds linked to heart and brain health. The culprit is ...

Fruit is often given a bad rap due to its sugar content, but it's natural sugar. Fruit contains a wealth of nutrients, like fiber, antioxidants, vitamins and minerals. Avocado, mango, blueberries, ...

Fruits are a mainstay ingredient of smoothies—even those higher in natural sugars. Here’s what to toss into your blender for a nutrition boost. Reviewed by Dietitian Mandy Enright, M.S., RDN, RYT ...