Three Health Boosting Smoothies To Try Out In 2019
It is the beginning of 2019 naturally we are feeling inspired to start the new year off with a fresh start. Even though you might not have made resolutions for the new year it is common when overlooking the new year we want to focus our attention on our habits that we would like to shift. Most of us think of our health during this naturally reflective period and look for areas in which our health can be improved or tweaked. I find that my mind usually drifts to my health after being stunned that another year has passed so quickly. For 2019 I have found a couple of areas that I want to improve in relations to my health like getting more fresh raw fruits and veggies into my diet every meal, be more consistent with my yoga practice, and focus on my gut health.
Depending on your health goals I think a tip that benefits many and that will help my own goals is smoothies. When friends and family ask me for tips about how to eat more veggies for themselves or their kids smoothies are my first recommendation due to how quick they are to make and if your on the go they can be taken with you. Smoothies can also be prepped ahead of time and if that doesn’t suit your schedule you can just make bigger batches and store the extras in the fridge(what I usually do). The other factor I like is how you can really make them to your liking and needs. Stuff as many greens, superfoods in and not be able to taste them count me in. While juicing is great and another way I enjoy giving my diet an extra punch smoothies are more filling with their fiber content and I usually add protein powder to mine making them great for when I workout.
So if your a smoothie newbie or a pro I wanted to share three of my favorite smoothie recipes. These recipes are vegan, gluten free and kid approved. And according to your taste buds you really can tailor these drinks to your liking. I must also admit I usually eyeball the amount of ingredients I put in depending on my tastebuds and ingredients I have around that day. These recipes are filled with antioxidants, protein, fiber, minerals and adaptogens. All of these factors benefit anyone who is looking to be healthier. Beyond that adding adaptogens support our bodies with balancing our hormones and cognitive functions by helping our bodies adapt with daily emotional and environmental stressors. At the end of the recipes listed below I put some great ingredients that can be added to any smoothie for even an additional boost.
Pineapple Banana Cacao Smoothie
You will need:
2 Cups Pineapple Fresh/Frozen
2 Ripe Bananas Fresh/Frozen
1 1/2 Tablespoons Cacao Powder
2 Scoops of SunWarrior Vanilla Protein Powder (or your favorite vegan protein powder)
2 Cups Almond Milk (or your favorite milk)
1 Tablespoon Almond Butter
OPTIONAL:
1 Teaspoon Ashwagandha Root Powder
1 Teaspoon Maca Powder
Super Green Pineapple Smoothie
You will need:
2 Cups Pineapple (Frozen/Fresh)
2 Ripe Bananas (Frozen/Fresh)
2/3 Cups Fresh Kale (use your favorite greens)
2 Scoops Navitas Organic Vanilla and Greens Superfood Powder (use your favorite vegan protein powder)
3 Cups of Almond Milk
OPTIONAL:
1/2 Teaspoon Vanilla Extract
Ultimate Blueberry Smoothie
You will need:
3 Cups Blueberries (Fresh/Frozen)
2 Ripe Bananas (Fresh/Frozen)
2 Scoops of Sun Warrior Vanilla Protein Powder
2 Handfuls of Organic Gluten Free OldFashioned Oats
2 1/2 Cups of Almond Milk (or your favorite
milk)
Optional Smoothie Add Ins:
-Hemp Seed
-Chia Seeds
- Favorite Nut Butters
- Spirulina
- Barley Grass
-Your Favorite Adaptogen: Ive been loving Four Sigmatic’s variety of easy to add Mushroom Mixes. Also Amazing Grass superfood and beauty blends that you can add to smoothies or water when your on the go.
And Cheers to you and your health in the New Year and all your smoothie making endeavors! Let us know your favorite recipes and superfood add ins I am always for looking for new tips and tricks.
