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​ Make an immune-boosting smoothie

​ Make an immune-boosting smoothie

18 Oct 2023 by Ted Escobedo   2 min read
Not only does this smoothie taste fantastic with hints of pineapple, banana and ginger, but it also includes ingredients that boast some incredible health benefits. Here’s what you’ll need to make it:

Banana: It’s packed with healthy carbs and potassium.
Pineapple: Pineapple includes a natural enzyme called bromelain, which is wonderful for preventing inflammation and helping poor digestive issues. It also sweetens the recipe nicely.
Spinach: Using spinach in smoothies is a great way to get your greens in, and you can’t taste it at all! You can add 2-3 cups to this recipe and get an extra dose of fiber, vitamin and nutrients in all before lunch time.
Ginger root: Fresh ginger makes all the difference in flavoring this dish; it also helps with digestive issues, reducing inflammation and even pain.
Fresh turmeric root: This is the magic! It’s earthy, incredibly flavorful, and has been used for thousands of years as a medicinal herb. There are numerous benefits of turmeric, which range from increasing antioxidant absorption to even preventing cancer. Turmeric also happens to contain a compound called curcumin, which has powerful anti-inflammatory effects.
Black pepper: yes, you’ll need a few shakes of black pepper to release the magic of this immune boosting smoothie.
Manuka or raw honey: make sure it’s raw or manuka honey to get additional benefits and higher antioxidant levels.
Milk: Any milk you prefer will do but by using coconut milk in this recipe, the smoothie tastes a little like a pina colada.
Mix all these ingredients in a blender with ice and enjoy it throughout cold and flu season!

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