Stress Smoothie

Stress Smoothie

This Stress Relieving Green Smoothie is made with superfoods that may naturally reduce stress and anxiety.

Serves: 2

Ingredients

  • 2 cups fresh spinach packed
  • 1/2 cup full-fat plain Greek yogurt or vegan yogurt
  • 1/2 medium avocado peeled and pitted
  • 1 frozen medium banana
  • 3/4 cup unsweetened almond milk
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/8 teaspoon ground turmeric
  • 1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg

Instructions
Place all ingredients into your blender. Blend on high speed for about 45 seconds or until smooth and creamy.
Pour into two serving glasses.
If you’d prefer a sweeter smoothie, add a little honey or pure maple syrup to taste.

The following is an overview of what makes these superfoods help with stress:

Spinach – Leafy greens are a great source of folate, a B Vitamin that can help your body produce serotonin and dopamine. Spinach is also rich in magnesium. Many of the ingredients in this smoothie are also high in magnesium for good reason.
When our bodies are under stress, we become at risk of being deficient in magnesium. Magnesium can reduce stress hormones, reduce inflammation, and relax our nerves.

Yogurt – Adding yogurt to this smoothie is beneficial for several reasons. Yogurt is a type of fermented food, which contains beneficial bacteria that impact your mood. Yogurt is also a great source of magnesium.

Avocado – Creamy avocado is loaded with nutrients like B Vitamins, such as folate, Vitamin E, potassium and magnesium. Avocados also keep us feeling full. Paired with glucose-regulating magnesium, this can keep glucose levels steady, preventing mood swings.

Banana – High in potassium and a great source of magnesium, a banana is a great way to add a bit of sweetness.

Almond Milk – Almonds are a good source of Vitamin E and magnesium. Use unsweetened almond milk to control sugar.

Cinnamon, Turmeric and Nutmeg – Each of these spices has health benefits. Cinnamon can regulate glucose levels. Turmeric, considered a super superfood, is loaded with antioxidants and can increase blood flow. Nutmeg is often used to ease anxiety.

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