Smoothies
Smoothies are a great way of getting in much needed nutrients quick. For highest nutrient value it’s best to consume your smoothie within the first 48 hours. I like to combine vegetables into my smoothies to balance out the sweetness and eat a rainbow of colours. They’re also really handy to freeze into lollies or ice cube snacks for little ones as you’d be surprised what you can hide in them!
Beetroot & Berry smoothie
This smoothie is high in vitamins antioxidants and nitrates which help lower blood pressure, support the liver and reduce inflammation in the body
1 punnet strawberries
1 handful raspberries
1 tsp açai powder (optional)
2-3 pitted dates
1 small beetroot peeled
200ml milk of choice
1 handful spinach leaves
Blend all together until smooth. If drinking as a breakfast smoothie add handful of almonds for protein and use tinned coconut milk to keep you fuller for longer.
Blueberry & Almond Smoothie
Blueberries are rich in anthocyanins which support heart health, immune system health and reduce inflammation. I try and get a handful in everyday!
300g frozen blueberries
1 large handful spinach
200ml milk of choice
12 almonds
half an avocado
dash of honey or maple syrup to sweeten
Blend all together until smooth. If using coconut milk, you can skip the avocado if too heavy.
Vanilla Cacao Smoothie
Raw cacao is rich in flavonoids. This smoothie has strong anti-oxidant and anti-inflammatory properties which help boost positive moods and reduce stress reactions as well as tasting great!
half an avocado
200ml milk of choice
3 pitted dates
1 tsp vanilla extract
2 tbsp raw cacao powder
2 tbsp nut butter
half a small cucumber
dash of honey or maple syrup to sweeten if needed
Blend all together until smooth.
Green Digestive Smoothie
This fresh tasting smoothie contains ginger which is great for digestion, fighting off colds and viruses and reducing infllammatory pain. Super green powder is a powerful antioxidant.
12g fresh ginger
half a small cucumber
juice of 1 lime
small handful mint leaves
200ml water
1 tbsp chia seeds
1 tsp super green powder
1 apple
Blend all together until smooth.