Now that you’ve survived the holiday festivities, thoughts about “editing and undoing” some of the damage done via a detox may be swirling around your head. Incorporating a daily detox smoothie is an easy way to ease into the process.
I will be providing you with three detox smoothie recipes this week. These smoothies should be ideally taken for breakfast or in the afternoon between 3-5pm. You will notice that chia seeds and hemp hearts are present in all 3 recipes. By combining these two in the amounts specified, we achieve a bonus of approximately 15g of protein and 14g of fibre per smoothie. This has many benefits, which includes helping you feel fuller longer, controls blood sugar, reduces cholesterol, diminishes sugar cravings, and can contribute to weight loss. First up, my “Green Zen” smoothie! Be sure to check out my Liver Restore and Berry Boost detox smoothie recipes as well.
Green Smoothie – “Green Zen”
Ingredients
- 1 handful of fresh kale
- ½ English cucumber (peeled and coarsely chopped)
- 1 medium organic granny smith apple (cored and seeds removed)
- 3/4 cup frozen blueberries
- 3 tbsp hemp hearts
- 3 tbsp chia seeds
- 1 tsp matcha green tea powder
- ½ x ½ inch freshly chopped ginger
- Add water to desired consistency
Directions
Blend above ingredients in a high efficiency blender (think Blendtec/Vitamix/Nutrabullet). If you do not have access to one, make sure you chop the ingredients into small pieces to ensure optimal blending.
Naturopathic tip: Matcha green tea is not only a potent antioxidant that can contribute to beautiful skin and support cells during detoxification; it also contains an amino acid known as “L-theanine.” This amino acid can induce a state of relaxation without acting like a sedative.
Dr. Crystal Chanderbhan is a Naturopathic Doctor servicing the Greater Toronto Area. She has always had an interest in health and promotion of well-being. She promotes education in all of her patients and helps them establish a plan on how to achieve optimal health. In her spare time, she enjoys living a healthy and active life style. She is an avid indoor rock climber, loves getting outside, and enjoys cooking healthy delights.
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Edwardpi
Hi I am new here. I’m not positive if this is the appropriate place to post this, but I’m wondering if anyone has tested Athletic Greens for their green drink? I’m seeing that most either taste gross or cause my stomach to churn.
Edwardpi
Hello I am new here. I’m not positive if this is the appropriate place to post this, but I’m wondering if anyone has tried Athletic Greens for their green drink? I’m discovering most either taste gross or cause my stomach to revolt.