Anti Inflammatory Golden Milk Smoothie
I think I have a smoothie just about everyday. They are so easy to cram in a bunch of nutrients and adding in some protein and healthy fats help to fuel you and keep you full. I almost always make turmeric milk lattes but I thought "Why don't I make a turmeric latte smoothie?". It's so good and full of so many ingredients that are perfect for post workout recovery and reducing inflammation.
The details:
Turmeric: Turmeric has to be one of my all time favourite spices to add to foods. It is so healing for the helping to reduce inflammation and bloating. It is perfect for post workout recovery. I love adding it to my smoothies in the winter along with cinnamon and ginger for their warming affect.
Coconut: Coconut must be the most versatile foods. It is chock full of b-vitamins for energy as well as calcium and magnesium. It is also full of fibre and good fats to help blood sugar levels stay stable and keep you feeling full. Coconut is also anti bacterial and anti fungal so it helps to support the immune system and get rid of bad bacteria.
Cinnamon: Not only does cinnamon add flavour, but it is actually full of antioxidants and helps to stabilize blood sugar. I put it on just about everything from coffee to oats to smoothies.
Ginger: Commonly known to aid in digestion, ginger is great for helping reduce bloating, relieve heart burn and help to boost nutrient absorption.
Make sure you grab all the ingredients you need next time you are at the store and make this!
Anti Inflammatory Golden Milk Smoothie
Servings: 1
Ingredients:
1 cup unsweetened nut milk (I like coconut or cashew the best!)
1 small frozen banana
1 scoop vanilla protein powder of choice
2 tbsps full fat coconut milk
1 tbsp hemp hearts
1/2 tsp turmeric powder
1/4 tsp cinnamon
2 tsp fresh ginger
Crack of pepper (this helps to increase the absorption of the turmeric. Promise you won't even be able to taste it!)
Handful of ice
Method:
Blend all ingredients together in a blender until smooth. Serve as it or top with granola or dried coconut!
Make sure to tag me @miaharrisnutrition if you make this!
Xx
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