Living in Italian: De-Bloating Smoothie
January 17, 2018
Fiorella whips up a smoothie that is both healthy and tasty. Try this recipe as a remedy for bloating or right before an event to keep you feeling and looking your best!
Ingredients:
Kefir
Coconut Water
Avocado
Cantaloupe
Pineapple
GInger
Preparation:
Cut cantaloupe, pineapple and ginger into chunks.
Add all ingredients in to a blender and mix.
Pour in glass and enjoy with a slice of pineapple!
Nutrition RX:
Kefir: contains probiotics that help to keep your digestive system regular, enhance your immune system and provide some protein
Coconut water: hydrating without added sweetener and a source of potassium, an essential electrolyte!
Avocado: is packed with omega-3 fatty acids and fiber which promote healthy skin, anti-inflammatory benefits, heart and digestive health. Also great source of magnesium, an essential electrolyte needed for normal body functions
Cantaloupe: contains beta carotene, an antioxidant and helps act as a natural diuretic, to flush excess fluids from your body
Pineapple: contains bromelain, an enzyme that helps break down digestive proteins and a great source of fiber and vitamin C, a perfect antioxidant!
Ginger: anti-microbial and anti-inflammatory properties and great for digestive health and settling a stomach!
