Vita-Mix introduces "Pink Ribbon Smoothie" for Komen Northeaset Ohio Race for the Cure ®

The main ingredients of the new smoothie, called the "Pink Ribbon Smoothie", are garden-fresh strawberries and red grapes which contain disease-fighting phytochemicals which occur naturally in whole fruits, vegetables and grains.

Strawberries have been shown to contain high levels of ellagic acid, a proven anti-carcinogen, anti-mutagen and anti-cancer initiator. Grapes contain resveratrol, which has been proven to inhibit the growth of cancerous tumors. According to Dr. Andrew Dannenburg at Cornell University Medical College, recent research on resveratrol indicates that it inhibits the development of an enzyme commonly linked to breast cancer.

The Vita-Mix Super 5000, the high performance kitchen appliance sold directly by Vita-Mix Corporation, has long been known for its ability to process whole, fresh foods into healthy soups, juices, desserts and cereals that refined, processed foods are missing.

Pink Ribbon Smoothie 1 cup red grapes 1 cup strawberries, fresh 1 slice ginger, fresh 1/2 cup lowfat vanilla yogurt 1 cup ice cubes Place all ingredients in the Vita-Mix container in the order listed. Secure 2-part lid. Select VARIABLE, speed #1. Turn on machine and quickly increase speed to #10; then to HIGH. Blend for 30 seconds or until smooth. Yields 2-1/2 cups.