An immune booster smoothie packed with antioxidants to keep you healthy.
It is a cross between a juice and a smoothie, so you get many of the healing benefits.
Try to drink it twice a day when under the weather or when you simply feel tired.
They have a dark color due to the Anthocyanin which are powerful Antioxidants.
Blackberries are great for urinary tract health and are anti-aging.
They contain Phytochemical which protect cells and fight disease. They also contain Ellagic acid known to help prevent colon, breast and cervical cancers.
They are full of Vitamin C, B6 and potassium with over 400 mg potassium in one medium-size banana.
Potassium is important for good nerve and muscle function and to maintain a healthy balance of fluids in the body.
Blackberries and banana smoothie:
Blend:
1 cup organic blackberries
2 whole bananas (peeled)
1/3 cup pine nuts
4 Tbsp chia seeds
1 cup almond milk
Optional: Add 1 tbsp of orange blossom water to give it an exotic flavor.
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REFERENCES:
1. “Nutrition Facts and Analysis for Bananas, Raw.” Self Nutrition Data. Self Nutrition Data, n.d. Web. 19 Dec. 2014.
2. “Nutrition Facts and Analysis for Blackberries, Raw.” Self Nutrition Data. Self Nutrition Data, n.d. Web. 04 Aug. 2014.
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