As I promised you, here are the smoothies for Days 3 & 4. Enjoy!
Day 3- Blackberry – Lemon Blast
Need a refreshing smoothie for a hot summer afternoon? Blackberries are low glycemic and offer a naturally delicious way to boost your memory. They also contain a strong and unique blend of phytonutrients that is essential for your cardiovascular system, eye health, blood sugar levels, and may also help in prevention of cancer.
Lemon is amazing for quick detoxification of the blood which may result from excessive work load of the kidneys and liver. The blend also needs addition of spinach which plays a critical role in adding iron, vitamin C and K, calcium, carotenes and folic acid. Besides, it supports stomach, large intestines, and liver functions.
You may also include chia seeds which are popular for omega 3 fats and fiber to keep your stomach full all day long. The recipe is naturally sweet and therefore, you don’t need to add any sweetener. The blend of these ingredients is enough to fight most of the chronic diseases that come as a result of weakened immune system to ensure they do not thrive in the body. You may add coconut water to keep yourself hydrated throughout the day and supply your body with electrolytes.
- Course: Smoothie
- Period: 5 minutes
- Calories: 413
- Protein: 15 grams
- Fiber: 44 grams
- Sugars: 36 grams
- Fat: 9 grams
- High in vitamin C
Ingredients
- 2 cups filtered water
- 2 cups spinach (organic)
- 5 cups organic blackberries, frozen or even fresh
- Juice from one lemon or a tablespoon cacao powder
- 2 tablespoon of ground flaxseed
- 2 tablespoons chia seeds (optional)
- 2 scoops organic plant-based protein powder (optional)
Instructions
Add all the ingredients to your blender and blend until smooth. If you need a thicker smoothie, consider using less water. You may also add 1 tablespoon of coconut milk to make a creamier smoothie. Enjoy all day long.
