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Superfruits Are Bursting on the Scene

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Smoothie King Introduces Line of Superfruit Items, Including Pomegranate Punch Smoothie

NEW ORLEANS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Strawberry and banana are still classic flavors, but menus across the country are shifting toward the super — superfruits, that is. Fruits in this category, such as pomegranate, mangosteen and goji, pack a punch of nutrients and beneficial properties for the body. Following its mission to encourage more and more people to achieve healthy lifestyles, Smoothie King has made the health benefits of these superfruits even more accessible with the addition of the following items to its menus across the country:

The Pomegranate Punch smoothie is rich in antioxidants and features a blend of pomegranate, banana, blueberry and apple. According to some studies, pomegranate may help reduce the risks of certain cancers and maintain healthy cholesterol levels.

Pomegranate Punch is an addition to Smoothie King's existing line of superfruit smoothies, including Acai Adventure, Mangosteen Madness and Go Goji. Mangosteen is a tropical fruit touted for its antioxidants, and studies show xanthones in the fruit may be helpful in combating bacteria, fungi, inflammation, free radicals and cancer. Goji is a rich source of antioxidants, and has been used by Asian herbalists for thousands of years. The belief is the fruit might help regulate blood pressure, prevent cancer, balance blood sugar levels and protect the body from premature aging.

Any Smoothie King smoothie can be customized with a Boost of Youth and a burst of antioxidants by adding pomegranate, mangosteen or goji fruit. For example, add mangosteen to the Immune Builder smoothie to supplement the herbal nutrient blend with the added antioxidant protection found in the fruit.

For a more fully loaded charge, guests can add the new Antioxidant Enhancer, which contains pomegranate, goji, acai, vitamins A, C and E, and selenium, all in one shot. Antioxidants work to protect cells from the damage caused by free radicals. This powerful enhancer augments the general health benefits of Smoothie King's nutrient-packed blends.

"We place a strong emphasis on educating our guests about the functional and nutritional benefits of the products and blends we offer," said Steve Kuhnau, founder and CEO of Smoothie King. "The addition of these superfruits to the Smoothie King menu will provide our guests with even more options to create a smoothie that not only tastes great, but is great for the body."

All of these menu items are available throughout Smoothie King's operating area in any of its more than 450 locations. For ingredient details, please visit www.smoothieking.com.

Smoothie King's founder and CEO, Steve Kuhnau, began making smoothies in response to his own health issues and food allergies. More than 30 years, 32 states, and 21 international locations later, Kuhnau and his wife Cindy, Smoothie King's co-founder, accomplished their desire to bring healthful products to mainstream America.

Smoothie King is a privately held, New Orleans-area-based franchise company and the premier Smoothie Bar and Nutritional Lifestyle Center in the industry. Smoothie King Centers offer guests the industry's first, original nutritional fruit- and function-based, fresh-blended smoothies. Each Lifestyle Center also offers healthy retail product solutions, including sports beverages, energy bars, healthy snacks, vitamin supplements, herbs, minerals and other sports nutrition products. Smoothie King opened its first store in 1973 and started as the first franchised smoothie bar/health food store business in the United States in 1989. Smoothie King currently has more than 450 units operating in 33 states, and 21 international locations in Seoul, South Korea. For more information, visit www.smoothieking.com.

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