This is where a plant-based diet can help in so many great ways! I think I’ve done a good
job of staying healthy this past year, but there are a few things I would like to improve upon.

While this smoothie is different from my regular morning protein smoothie, it makes for a lovely afternoon snack. You could probably add some hemp hearts to this one if you wanted to boost the protein enough for a morning drink.

This smoothie combines the power of many digestion-friendly and immune-boosting foods:

// Pineapple // Digestive and anti-inflammatory benefits, immune support. One cup gives you 105% of your daily Vitamin C requirements. I use frozen pineapple chunks in smoothies to save time.

// Fresh ginger // Soothes the intestinal tract and helps with digestion. Awesome for all kinds of gastrointestinal relief, such as morning sickness. Anti-inflammatory and immune boosting.

// Fresh parsley // Rich in vitamins K, C, A, folate, and antioxidants. It’s a natural diuretic which can help release water retention. Opt for flat-leaf parsley as it’s less bitter than curly parsley. Cilantro would be a nice swap here too!

// Avocado // Major anti-inflammatory benefits + heart-healthy fats. High in fibre which aids with digestion.

// Banana // Rich in B6, manganese, Vitamin C, fibre, and potassium. Interesting to note – while bananas are high in sugar, they have a low glycemic index score which means that they won’t spike blood sugar levels. It’s soothing to the digestive track and thought to regulate the bowels and enhance friendly gut bacteria.

// Lemon // Rich in vitamin C. Aids digestion and helps flush out toxins.

Happy Digestion Smoothie

This green smoothie is packed with digestion-enhancing and immune-boosting foods like pineapple, parsley, ginger, and avocado. Don't worry though; its sweet flavour makes it friendly for green smoothie newbies! If you are adverse to the spiciness of ginger, I recommend starting with half the amount and adding to taste from there. This smoothie also keeps well overnight. I will often make a double batch, save leftovers in a small mason jar in the fridge overnight, and enjoy it the next morning.

Ingredients:

• 1 heaping cup frozen pineapple chunks
• 1/2 large frozen banana
• 1/2 cup water
• 1/2 cup coconut water
• 1/4 cup packed fresh parsley leaves
• 2 tablespoons avocado
• 1 teaspoon packed fresh grated ginger
• 1/4 teaspoon probiotic powder, optional
• lemon or lime slice, for garnish

Directions:

1. Add all ingredients into a blender and blend on the highest speed until super smooth.

Tips:

• Feel free to add a handful of baby spinach to boost the nutrient power even more.
• Fresh mint also gives this smoothie a nice digestion boost (not to mention a delicious minty flavour).

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