Blueberry Spinach Protein Smoothie Recipe

Most of my mornings begin with this delicious Blueberry Spinach Protein Smoothie. I always like trying new ones, but I always go back to this one as a staple because of the incredible nutrients it contains including an abundance of super foods antioxidants, healthy fats and protein. I like both the internal and external benefits of this recipe. The high levels of proteins in this smoothie make it a perfect way to start the day and is fantastic for post work!

I am always looking for foods that nourish my cells and as a result supports healthy glowing skin, hair and nails. My beauty routine is always begins from the inside out and this smoothie is considered as an important part of my beauty routine.
I hope you enjoy this vegan smoothie recipe as much as I do, it's tasty and something you can make all year long.


RECIPE: SERVES 2 
Use Organic when possible
1 Cup of water
1 Cup of Almond Milk
1 Handful of organic baby spinach
1 Organic banana
1 Tbs. Almond butter
1 Scoop Vega Vanilla Protein Powder
1 Tsp.-1 Tbs. Moringa Powder (depending on personal taste preference)
3/4 Cup Frozen Organic Blueberries

HEALTH BENEFITS OF KEY INGREDIENTS
Blueberries
- Contain 26% of RDI of Vitamin C
- Contain 36% of RDI of Vitamin K
- Contain 25% of RDI of Manganese
- Have high Levels of antioxidants such polyphenols called flavonoids
- Lowers LDL cholesterol oxidation which makes is a great healthy heart food
- Rich in fibre for healthy gut
- Helps to lower blood pressure
- May reduce muscle damage after strenuous exercise 
- Supports health skin by slowing down oxidative stress on skin which can lead to the signs of premature aging such as fine lines, dullness and wrinkles.

Baby Spinach
- Source of Vitamin A, B6, C, K
- Contains Folate, Thiamine, Riboflavin and Niacin
- Helps improve ocular health
- Provides neurological benefits and reduces degenerative damage to brain cells
- Maintains low blood pressure
- Strengthens muscles with CoQ10
-Boosts metabolism and digestive system
- Rich in antioxidants 
- Protects skin from environmental stressors

Moringa Leaf Powder
- Contains high levels of protein
- Source of Vitamins A, B6, C, Riboflavin, Magnesium, Iron, Beta- Carotene, Potassium,
- Has very high levels of antioxidants including Quercetin and Chlorogenic Acid
- Moderates blood sugar levels
- Reduces inflammation with isothiocyanates compounds
- Can lower cholesterol 
- Help reduce allergies and asthma 
- Supports thyroid disorders
- Reduces chronic headaches
- Great post workout supplement to reduce muscle damage and speed up recuperation.

Almond Butter/Milk
- Helps reduce heart disease 
- Contains healthy monosaturated fatty acids
- Helps alkalize the digestive tract
- Supplies adequate amounts of fat to properly absorb fat soluble nutrients like Vitamin A & D.
- Source of arginine, magnesium, copper, calcium, potassium, manganese
- Supports healthy brain function
- Rich source of Vitamin E for healthy skin
- high concentrations of catechin, epicatechin and flavonol antioxidants