#017 - I am looking forward to the day when General Mills admits their Wheaties Cereal doesn't qualify as a “Breakfast of Champions.” In today's episode of The 5 AM Miracle Podcast I outline exactly how I make my super star smoothie.My stance is simple: healthy smoothies filled with raw fruits (and even vegetables) should be the core of your diet. They are that important.The Tip of the WeekToday’s tip is why I believe well-selected quotations and positive affirmations are more important than you may think.Featured ContentIn this episode, I outline exactly how I make my powerful super star morning smoothie. Specifically, I talk about:Why smoothies are so vital to a healthy diet.What equipment and appliances you need to get started.What options you have to upgrade to the state of the art Vitamix or BlendTec blenders.How to make a smoothie, step-by-step, in under 10 minutes.Which ingredients are necessary for optimal health.How to transport your smoothies with you wherever you go.How to integrate smoothie preparation into your every lifestyle.Resources Mentioned in the ShowStanley Thermos [for storing smoothies]Cuisinart Duet Blender [a great mid-range blender]Vitamix 5200 [the blender I use and recommend]12 Reasons to Buy a Vitamix [blog post by Jeff Sanders]BlendTec Blender [another top of the line choice]7 Intoxicating Reasons to Drink Green Smoothies [blog post by Jeff Sanders]Kombucha [blog post by Jeff Sanders]Blending vs. Juicing ::: Which One is Better [blog post by Jeff Sanders]Ready to Start Juicing? Let's Do This [blog post by Jeff Sanders]Vitamin B12 [blog post by Jeff Sanders]