As we age, we don’t absorb nutrients the way we used to. You can feel your energy drop. Your immune system is down, your blood pressure goes up and you need to lower your cholesterol. 

There is a way to get all those nutrients in you it tastes so good it tastes like you’re having dessert while you do it.

Featured contributor and registered dietitian Dr. Susan Mitchell says smoothies can be a nutritional nightmare or a solid start to your day. Whether you’re ordering your smoothie off a menu or blending it at home, she offers tips for experimenting with fresh and frozen fruits and vegetables. 

Can smoothies also satisfy and fill you? Dr. Mitchell shares some great and healthy protein options for your smoothies that will keep you feeling full until your next meal.