After a holiday season full of indulgences, many people turn to cleanses to help “detox” their bodies. The problem with many cleanses is they often tend to be very extreme, restricting calories to a very low level and making it difficult for the body to get all of its necessary nutrients.

A healthier way to detox is to stick to eating whole, fresh foods and increasing physical activity. One of my favorite ways to get an abundance of fruits and vegetables is with a smoothie. It also helps to satisfy my sweet tooth! Here’s a great recipe for a smoothie that has ingredients to help cleanse and refresh your body:

Cleansing Green Smoothie
½ avocado
1 cup frozen green grapes
1 cucumber
2 large kale leaves
10 ounces cold water