This smoothie recipe has been created to have the biggest immune boosting punch a green smoothie can give!
Here’s a run down of some of the ingredients and what’s in them that’s so good for you (quantities & recipe further down):
Spinach
Rich in vitamin C, anti-oxidants and beta-carotene. Helps regenerate cells, high mineral content helps immune system to function properly, aids digestion and mood.
Kiwi
A good dose of anti-oxidants and heaps of vitamin C
Blueberries
The berry that has it all - fibre, vitamins, antioxidants, good for brain and memory aid, studies have shown can lower blood pressure
Pineapple
Bromelein – reduces inflamation, breaks down plaque in blood
Ginger
Seen as the firestarter - reduces inflammation, fights germs, stimulates digestion and circulation
Greek or natural yoghurt
Packed with protein and probiotics, to start getting your insides back to normal. Make sure to choose one that contains live bacteria or cultures in the ingredients.
Cinnamon
Anti-inflammatory, helps to regulate blood sugar levels, helps fight bacterial infections
Almonds
High vitamin E content helps protect liver, fat content supports the detoxifcation
Sunflower seeds
Contains phosphorous, magnesium, and vitamins B-6 and E, important for the function of the immune system
Avocado
Contains glutathione - a powerful antioxidant associated with immune system health, needed for the lymphoid cells
METHOD & QUANTITIES
Makes 1 large or two smaller green smoothies, depending on liquid added.
Ingredients
SPINACH - large handful (washed)
KIWI - half - without skin
BLUEBERRIES - 8 to 10
PINEAPPLE - equivalent of about one pineapple ring 1 cm thick
GINGER - 1/2 teaspoon, grated fresh
GREEK OR NATURAL YOGHURT - Tablespoon
CINNAMON - 1/4 teaspoon
ALMONDS - 4 or 5 (unsalted)
SUNFLOWER SEEDS - pinch (unsalted)
AVOCADO - a tablespoon, approx 1/5th of an avocado
Put all ingredients in your blender. Add filtered water to taste - less filtered water means thicker smoothie. More filtered water means more watery smoothie. Start with less as you can always add more.
Whizz up.
Pour into glass.
Sup your immune boosting green deliciousness with delight.