by
Stepy —
December 7, 2020
- This gluten-free, vegan pumpkin pie smoothie is sure to impress your guests during the holiday season.
- Let’s look at the ingredients in this pumpkin pie smoothie:
- Almonds:
- They are excellent sources of calcium, vitamin E, folic acid, omega-3 fatty acids and fiber. Almonds are natural powerhouses and have shown benefits in lowering cholesterol, brain health, heart health, weight loss, and so much more.
- Bananas:
- They are an excellent source of natural sugars. Bananas have shown health benefits in the area of cancer prevention because of their high levels of antioxidants. They also help aid in digestion, promote healthy bones and lower blood pressure.
- Cinnamon:
- This potent spice is packed with health benefits. Cinnamon help boost brain function, protects against heart disease because of calcium and fiber, regulates blood sugar, and provides antimicrobial benefits. Plus it tastes great!
- Coconut:
- The nectar made from coconuts is a great replacement for traditional sweeteners because they are low in fructose and have a low glycemic index. This means that they do not cause major spikes in blood sugar.
- Nutmeg:
- It has been used since ancient times for its ability to boost brain function, relieve pain and indigestion, and detox the liver and kidneys.
- Pumpkins:
- They are a staple during the holidays, and provide great health benefits. Pumpkins are packed with vitamin A, which is great for our eyes, vitamin C, which is great for the immune system, and beta-carotene, which is great for our skin and eyes.
- Blend the following ingredients:
- 1 cup of frozen pumpkin puree
- 1 frozen banana
- 1 cup of almond milk
- 1/4 teaspoon of cinnamon
- 1/8 teaspoon of nutmeg
- 1 teaspoon of coconut nectar
- 4 ice cubes
- Make sure ingredients are organic.
- Enjoy!
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- For a healthy almond eggnog.
- Almonds are natural powerhouses.
- For the health benefits of bananas.
- For the medicinal properties of coconut oil.
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