Probiotic-Rich Smoothie Recipe With Avocado

Probiotic-Rich Smoothie Recipe With Avocado

Kefir

 

Avocado

 

 Blueberries

Banana

The curvy yellow fruits are high in potassium and pectin, a form of fiber. They can also be a good way to get magnesium, vitamins C and B6. Bananas are high in antioxidants, which can provide protection from free radicals. They are known to reduce swelling, protect against developing type-2 diabetes, aid in weight loss, strengthen the nervous system and help with production of white blood cells, all due to the high level of vitamin B6 that bananas contain.

 

Coconut Oil

A primary source of traditional fat throughout the tropics, coconut oil has a unique profile in its saturated fat content – specifically medium chain triglycerides.  These fats don’t require pancreatic enzymes for digestion and are immediately available for energy. It is rich in lauric acid, which is known for being antiviral, antibacterial and antifungal, and contains no trans fat. The medium chain triglycerides in coconut oil have been shown to increase calories burned over 24 hours by as much as 5%, potentially leading to significant weight loss over the long term.

Egg yolk

Egg yolks provide valuable vitamins (A, D, E and K), omega-3 fats and antioxidants lutein and zeaxanthin. They are among the best dietary sources of choline, a nutrient that is incredibly important but most people aren’t getting enough of. One egg yolk contains nearly 215 mg of choline. The cholesterol in egg yolks is not associated with high blood cholesterol levels or heart disease. Free-range or “pastured” organic eggs are far superior when it comes to nutrient content.

Cacao powder

Cacao is the raw, unprocessed form of chocolate. Cacao beans can be considered a superfood offering a wealth of antioxidants and essential vitamins and minerals:

• Magnesium, calcium, sulfur, zinc, iron, copper, potassium, and manganese
• Polyphenols called flavonoids, with antioxidant properties
• Vitamins: B1, B2, B3, B5, B9, E
• Essential heart-healthy fat: oleic acid a monounsaturated fat
• Protein
• Fiber

The benefits of cacao are truly fantastic: it can improve your memory, reduce heart disease, shed fat, boost immunity, and create loads of energy. Raw cacao contains nearly four times the antioxidant content of regular processed dark chocolate, 20 times more than blueberries, and 119 times more than bananas. To receive the greatest benefits from cacao, look for ‘raw’, non-roasted cacao beans.

 

Collagen

Collagen is a protein that provides structure to much of your body, including bones, skin, tendons and ligaments. There are at least 16 types of collagen.  According to studies, supplemental collagen may help improve skin texture, muscle mass and reduce osteoarthritis pain. Animal products such as bone broth, gelatin, chicken skin and pork skin are very high in collagen.

Probiotic-Rich Smoothie Recipe with Avocado

Sources:

9 Evidence-Based Health Benefits of Kefir – Authority Nutrition

Are Egg Yolks Good or Bad? – By Dr. Mercola

Raw Chocolate Health Benefits & Profile – Builtlean

Collagen peptide supplementation in combination with resistance training improves body composition and increases muscle strength in elderly sarcopenic men: a randomised controlled trial.

Oral supplementation of specific collagen peptides has beneficial effects on human skin physiology: a double-blind, placebo-controlled study.

Immediate and Long-term Clinical Benefits of a Topical Treatment for Facial Lines and Wrinkles

Kefir improves lactose digestion and tolerance in adults with lactose maldigestion.

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