Whether you’re in challenge, or out of challenge, this high-nutrient smoothie recipe will keep you fueled. In this video, I walk you through how I make it. Below, I also list all the ingredients and measurements.
½ apple (skin on)
Vitamins and minerals, Antioxidants (cardiovascular support, anti-inflammatory, anti-aging), polyphenols (blood pressure, anti-stroke), pectin (gut health), soluble fiber (anti-inflammatory, gut health, digestion)
1 ½ stalk celery
Calcium, potassium (blood pressure), vitamin C, B vitamins (energy levels, brain function, cell metabolism), phthalides (anti-stress), apiuman (stomach lining), high fiber (digestion & detox), electrolytes, antioxidants: quercetin, caffeic acid, ferulic acid (anti-oxidant, anti-inflammatory)
1 scoop green powder (I use Green Vibrance)
Ingredients depend on the one you choose
1 scoop protein powder (I use pea protein)
protein
1 tbsp Maca powder
B vitamins, fiber, 7 essential amino acids (cellular building blocks)
2 Tbsps flaxseed meal
Omega 3 fatty acids (anti-inflammatory, gut health, digestion, blood sugar level control), B vitamins, High soluble and insoluble fiber, high in lignin 2 tbsps chia seeds Omega 3 fatty acids (anti-inflammatory, gut health, digestion, blood sugar level control), Antioxidants, fiber, calcium, manganese,
½ cup frozen kale
Lutein (vision), Omega 3 fatty acids, vitamin K (bone health), glucosinolates (anti-cancer), antioxidants, isothiocyanates (detox), folate (baby health), iron (oxygen), vitamin A (skin)
½ cup frozen spinach
Insoluble fiber (digestion), calcium, magnesium, iron, niacin, folate, vitamins A, B6, C, lutein & zeaxanthin (vision), Quercetin (anti-inflammation), nitrates (blood pressure, heart health)
½ cup frozen blueberries
Vitamins C, K, manganese, antioxidants (esp. flavenoids), blood pressure lowering effect, anthocyanins (insulin sensitivity, glucose metabolism),
20-35 nuts (almonds, walnuts, etc)
