Looking for an anti-inflammatory diet smoothie recipe? Look no further! Here is the best anti-inflammatory smoothie! Smoothies are a great place to start if you are just starting to focus on eating an anti-inflammatory diet. They can be packed with so many nutrients and it takes less than 5 minutes to make.
This simple anti-inflammatory smoothie recipe (I know a mouthful) is so basic, but so nutritious, and will reduce inflammation, keep you full, energized and happy.
I crave this smoothie in the morning typically after my workouts where my body is asking for protein, healthy fats, and some natural sugar.
It keeps me full until lunch and then I may want the smoothie again because it was so satisfying. I’m telling you it has the perfect balance of just about everything.
Drink this smoothie daily for 7 days and I guarantee you will start to feel the effects.
You may experience:
- Clearer skin, less redness, blemishes and pimples
- Weight loss
- Reduced fatigue
- Better Mood
- Reduced pain in joints
Help alleviate stress and calm your body, mind and soul and fight inflammation by blending up this delicious anti-inflammatory smoothie that is loaded with vitamins, minerals, fiber, and taste!
Every single ingredient in this smoothie has properties that fight inflammation!
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What’s included and why each ingredient is so potent and helps with reducing inflammation.
#1. Blueberries: full of antioxidants and anti-inflammatory compounds like polyphenols to help ward off inflammation and create a gorgeous blue color. Make sure you buy blueberries frozen or organic to maximize the nutritional benefits!
#2. Dates: contain many valuable antioxidants and vitamins to reduce daily inflammation. Its also a great source of fiber. My all time favorite dates
#3. Banana: rich in magnesium, which is an essential nutrient to help reduce inflammation and stress. Not to mention it’s naturally sweet and makes the smoothie so creamy.
#4. Chia Seeds and/or Hemp Seeds: heart healthy and anti-inflammatory these seeds are packed with omega 3 fatty acids ( EPA and DHA), which aid in reducing inflammation
#5. Cacao Powder: Cacao contains theobromine and other antioxidants which is proven to help with reducing inflammation and warding off heart disease, cancer and diabetes.
Make sure to get chocolate with at least 75 percent cacao for the highest amounts of antioxidants.
#6. Collagen Protein Powder: collagen is important for bone and joint health and helps to reduce inflammation. Don’t be surprised if you have less joint pain!
#7. Spinach or kale: abundant vitamins, minerals and antioxidants that all reduce inflammation.
#8. Oat Milk: added to create an even more luxurious texture and maybe some more sweetness! Make sure to get one without any refined sugars or processed gums!
Blueberry Chocolate Anti-Inflammatory Smoothie
Ingredients
- 1 banana
- 1 date
- 1 cup blueberries or mixed berries
- 2 cups fresh kale or spinach
- ½ cup to 1 cup vanilla almond milk, or water
- ½ avocado
- 2 tablespoons of collagen protein powder
- 1 tablespoon cacao powder
- 1.5 tablespoon chia seeds
- 1.5 tablespoon hemp seeds
Directions
- Place all ingredients into blender
- Blend until smooth
- Pour into cups, serve immediately and enjoy
Tips
To make this nut free you can substitute almond milk for any other nut free milk like coconut milk or oat milk, or water.
I hope you enjoy this smoothie as much as I do! Let me know in the comments below!
