Chocolate Peanut Butter Smoothie
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1/2 Scoop Protein Powder 1-1.5 Cups Almond Milk (Or milk alternative) 2 tbsp. Peanut Butter (or almond butter) 1 tbsp. Honey 1/2 cup Yogurt 1 tbsp. Chia Seeds (optional) 1/2 Avocado 1 tbsp. Cacao Powder |
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Health Benefits
Peanut Butter: antioxidants and monounsaturated fats good for heart health. Peanuts are high in a B vitamin called biotin that can help balance blood sugar
Protein Powder: look for sweetened with stevia or xylitol. Sunwarrior is plant based; genuine health is a fabulous and clean product as well.
Honey: antibacterial properties, natural sweetener
Silken Tofu: high protein food made from soybeans; buy NON GMO or Organic as the majority is genetically modified. Rinse well and store in water. Change daily. Pat between paper towel to dry out
Greek Yogurt: High in beneficial bacteria and a great source of protein. Buy plain so that you are not consuming added chemicals and sugar. If you digest cows milk than that is ok but other alternatives are goat and coconut yogurt.
Avocado: While it is true that avocado is a high-fat food (about 85% of its calories come from fat), it is very beneficial and a great anti-inflammatory food
Spinach – An antioxidant, protein and fiber rich burst of healthy goodness.
Chia seeds – Loaded with omega fats, protein and fiber
Chocolate: high in magnesium, antioxidants, cacao over cocoa if at all possible as it is prepared at a lower heat which helps it to maintain all of its amazing nutritional benefits!
Peanut Butter: antioxidants and monounsaturated fats good for heart health. Peanuts are high in a B vitamin called biotin that can help balance blood sugar
Protein Powder: look for sweetened with stevia or xylitol. Sunwarrior is plant based; genuine health is a fabulous and clean product as well.
Honey: antibacterial properties, natural sweetener
Silken Tofu: high protein food made from soybeans; buy NON GMO or Organic as the majority is genetically modified. Rinse well and store in water. Change daily. Pat between paper towel to dry out
Greek Yogurt: High in beneficial bacteria and a great source of protein. Buy plain so that you are not consuming added chemicals and sugar. If you digest cows milk than that is ok but other alternatives are goat and coconut yogurt.
Avocado: While it is true that avocado is a high-fat food (about 85% of its calories come from fat), it is very beneficial and a great anti-inflammatory food
Spinach – An antioxidant, protein and fiber rich burst of healthy goodness.
Chia seeds – Loaded with omega fats, protein and fiber
Chocolate: high in magnesium, antioxidants, cacao over cocoa if at all possible as it is prepared at a lower heat which helps it to maintain all of its amazing nutritional benefits!