Ginger is known for its ability to kill ovarian cancer cells, relieve nausea and vomiting, relieve gastrointestinal distress and protect against colorectal distress.  It contains gingerols, zingerone, potassium, manganese, copper, magnesium, and vitamins B5 and B6.  The orange helps prevent esophageal and stomach cancers, lowers cholesterol, combats many forms of disease and protects skin from free radicals that cause aging.  It\’s high in vitamin C, and a good source of folate, vitamin B1, pantothenic acid, copper, potassium and calcium.  Apples reduce the risk of some cancers, can lessen inflammation in those with joint diseases, are excellent for digestive health, have a positive effect on your colon, and assist in the removal of plaque buildup in blood vessels, which cause heart disease.  The flavonoids in apples are quercetin, epicatechin, and procyanidin B2, along with beta-carotene, the B-complex vitamins and vitamin C.  Small quantities of the minerals potassium, phosphorus, and calcium are also present in apples.  Pineapples are high in vitamin C, manganese, thiamin, bromelain, vitamins B1 and B6, and copper.  They help maintain strong bones and healthy tissues, fight against heart disease and joint pain, facilitate healthy digestion and are anti-inflammatory agents.  Green onions are extremely high in vitamin K and a good source of vitamins A and C, the B-complex vitamins, as well as flavonoid phenolic anti-oxidants carotenes, zea-xanthin, and luteinand.  They also contain important phytochemicals, especially the flavonoid compounds quercetin and anthocyanins.  Scallions help keep bones healthy, maintain eye health to prevent night blindness and corneal ulcers, keep cancer from developing and may help prevent high blood pressure.

The pineapple is a tropical plant in the Bromeliaceae family with edible multiple fruit consisting of coalesced berries. Pineapples contain ample amounts of Vitamin C, Manganese, and Copper. Bromelain is a complex mixture of substances that can be extracted from the stem and core fruit of the pineapple. There are dozens of known substances within Bromelain that have powerful medicinal effects, including enzymes crucial to digestion of protein.

The apple tree is a deciduous tree in the rose family best known for its sweet, pomaceous fruit, the apple. Apples are high in Vitamin C and fiber, and contain important phytonutrition for regulating blood sugar and preventing cardiovascular disease. Apples have also been studies for their positive effect on respiratory health, including helping with asthma. Your Reading the Smoothie Ingredients Guide Health Benefits and Facts.

Ginger or ginger root is the rhizome of the plant Zingiber officinale. In addition to ginger’s amazing warm flavor, it’s a strong anti-inflammatory and a great digestive tonic. Many people find relief of nausea using ginger – including that produced by morning sickness during pregnancy and by motion sickness.

A scallion, green onion, or spring onion, is one of various Allium species, all of which have hollow green leaves, but which lack a fully developed root bulb. Harvested for their taste, scallions are milder than most onions. Because more of the leafy greens are present with scallions – they provide higher levels of dietary fiber than the more mature onion bulb. Scallions contain allicin, which decreases blood vessel stiffness and reduces total blood pressure. They also contain copper, iron, manganese, calcium, folates, vitamin A, vitamin C, B vitamins, and are one of the richest sources of vitamin K, which protects the brain from neuronal damage associated with Alzheimer’s disease.

Coconut palm sugar is sugar derived from the coconut palm tree. The coconut tree is a member of the family Arecaceae. It is the only accepted species in the genus Cocos. Coconut palm sugar contains some minerals including iron, zinc, calcium and potassium, along with some short chain fatty acids, polyphenols and antioxidants that may also provide some health benefits. It also contains inulin, a fiber which may help it to have a lower glycemic index than some sugars. Due to the sugar content, coconut palm sugar should be consumed in moderation.

Orange juice is a juice made from squeezing oranges. The orange is the fruit of the citrus species Citrus sinensis in the family Rutaceae. One orange contains almost all of the USRDA of Vitamin C. Oranges are also high in fiber and folate. Oranges contain unique phytonutrients that lower blood pressure. Oranges are preventive against cardiovascular disease, and are useful in regulating blood sugar.

Tamari sauce is a type of soy sauce made from a fermented paste of boiled soybeans, roasted grain, brine, and Aspergillus oryzae or Aspergillus sojae molds. Since tamari is a fermented soy food is has medicinal and nutritional properties while avoiding the problems associated with unfermented soy foods. Scientists note the high concentration of “brown pigment” in tamari, because of its strong antioxidant and anti-cancer properties. Tamari aids in the digestion of grains and vegetables while being rich in minerals. It is also often wheat and gluten free.