With all the fruit and milk in your smoothie, you're already on course for a healthy breakfast. It can be made even more healthy by adding a tablespoon or two of wheat germ or a tablespoon of protein powder. If you prefer soy milk over regular milk, there are many additional health benefits. In the past few years, the Food and Drug Administration and the American Dietetic Association have determined that soy protein has significance in reducing the risk of coronary heart disease by lowering blood cholesterol levels. Some research indicates it might also play a part in protecting against breast and prostate cancer, kidney ailments and osteoporosis.
Soy contains a chemical called isoflavone, that acts as an antioxidant.
If you have been considering the health benefits of soy milk, but haven't been able to make a transition from regular milk to soy, a tasty smoothie might pave the way for you. In most recipes, original or vanilla flavors work best. Even if you don't want to eliminate regular milk from your diet, you can use these recipes to incorporate a bit of soy milk on occasion. Here are a few smoothie recipes using soy milk to get you started. Once you get the hang of it and determine the ingredients you like best, you'll be creating your own healthy breakfast shakes.