Celebs have been swearing by the beautifying and slimming properties of smoothies and juices for a while now, but I'll admit that I've long thought them to be more for waifish, Gwyneth Paltrow-types. Well, it turns out I was wrong. Several Latina celebs, like Jennifer Lopez and Sofia Vergara, have come out of the juicing closet over the several years, crediting these designer concoctions for their tone, taut and enviable curves. Now, that's what I'm talking about!
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Much like celebs themselves, no two smoothies or juices are exactly alike. You can mix and match ingredients to suit your dietary needs and fitness goals. Honestly, the possible combinations are endless. So with so many options out there, how is a girl ever supposed to know where to start? Well, while I can't tell you which drink will best suit your dietary needs, I can tell you which have worked for some of your favorite celebs. Here are 10 Weight loss smoothies and juices Latina celebs swear by. Try one or try 'em all. But whatever you do, let us know how they've worked for you.
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Gisele Bundchen
Gisele knows the deal. The busy mami of two young children keeps her energy levels up and her calorie count down with the help of delicious homemade green juices.
Jessica Alba
Smoothie newbies will love Jessica Alba’s green smoothie. Made with kale, strawberries, raspberries Greek yogurt and honey or molasses, this delicious drink is both healthy and decadent. Win-win.
Nicole Richie
Nicole Richie is really digging pressed juice these days. The former bad girl professed her love for Pressed Juicery’s jugos on more than one occasion. Though the popular juice company offers dozens of tasty blends, the reality star and fashionista seems to be obsessed with their carrot-beat concoction. Want to see what all that fuss is about? Save yourself some dough and make your own version at home. Get the recipe here.
Salma Hayek
Both Salma Hayek and her 7-year-old daughter Valentina love juicing. Their favorite jugo the Essential Red juice from Salma’s own juice cleanse program, Cooler Cleanse. "Carrots and apples give you a super boost of vitamin A and antioxidants," Salma explained to People. "My daughter loves this juice!"
Chiquis Rivera
Chiquis Rivera lost a ton of weight thanks in part to celebrity weight loss coach Alejandro Chaban’s slimming citrus smoothie. The best thing about her smoothie, besides the fact that it’s chock full of yummy berries and healthy chia seeds, is the fact that it is suuuuuper filling. Try it today!
Alessandra Ambrosio
When you’re a jet setting super model like Alessandra Ambrosio, you don’t often have time for a sit down meal. It’s no wonder the Brazilian beauty is obsessed with Lulitonix’s on-the-go juices. They’re portable and healthy. And as a bonus, fans of this brand can buy juices in bulk according to their cleansing and dietary needs. Honestly, this juice cleanse is a no-brainer.
Jennifer Lopez
Before Jennifer Lopez launched her own diet line, Body Lab, she tried physiologist Marco Borges' 22-vegan cleanse. Whilst on the program, the Boricua bombshell discovered banana-spinach protein smoothie so good, she just had to share it with the world. Get the full recipe here.
Adriana Lima
Adriana Lima is a lean, mean, workout machine. To stay full and focused during her insane training seshes, the mami of two kick starts each day with a nutrient-packed smoothie. "I make a smoothie first thing in the morning–usually with lots of berries, banana, and chia seeds–it kick starts my metabolism and is great for boosting my energy," she tells Epicurious. "Throughout the day, I always keep a stash of healthy snacks and AMAZON water in my bag. I'm constantly on my feet and don't really get a chance to sit down for a meal, so I like to keep granola bars and nuts with me at all times."
Sofia Vergara
Self-confessed junk food addict Sofia Vergara doesn’t always eat well, but when she does, she turns to Ritual Wellness. The organic juice cleanse line offers a wide variety of classic and seasonal juices, and even gives drinkers the option of concocting their very own blend. What’s not to like?
Chiquinquirá Delgado
Chocolate lover Chiquinquirá Delgado knows the value of a well-balanced diet. She starts each day with a yummy fruit smoothie and ends each evening with a delicious chocolate protein shake night cap. She’s living proof that you can have it all.
