Green Flu Fighting Smoothie
You’ll love the Green Flu Fighting Smoothie for its refreshing taste and amazing health benefits. Packed with immune-boosting ingredients like ginger, spinach, and orange, this smoothie provides a powerful dose of vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants to help your body ward off illness. The combination of banana, orange, and cinnamon adds sweetness and warmth, while the ginger adds a zesty kick. Spinach not only contributes to the vibrant green color but also provides a rich source of iron and other essential nutrients. Additionally, the high fiber content of this smoothie supports digestion and helps keep you feeling full and satisfied. With its delicious flavor and immune-supporting properties, this smoothie is a tasty way to stay healthy and energized.
Health Benefits
Bananas – rich in potassium, essential for heart health and blood pressure regulation. They provide quick energy from natural sugars, contain dietary fiber for digestion, and offer essential vitamins like vitamin C and vitamin B6.
Oranges – rich in vitamin C, promoting immune health and skin vitality. Their high fiber aids digestion, regulates blood sugar, and supports heart health. Antioxidants in oranges may reduce cancer risk, while their hydration and low calories make them beneficial for weight management. With potassium for blood pressure control, oranges are a tasty and versatile fruit offering various health benefits.
Spinach – rich in vitamins A, C, and K, as well as minerals like iron and calcium, which support bone health, immune function, and blood clotting. Its high fiber content promotes digestive health, and the presence of antioxidants contributes to anti-inflammatory effects.
Ginger – a root known for its health benefits, including anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties. It may help alleviate nausea and aid digestion. It has potential anti-microbial effects and may contribute to reducing muscle pain and soreness.
Cinnamon – a spice with health benefits, known for its high antioxidant content and anti-inflammatory properties. It may help regulate blood sugar levels, improving insulin sensitivity and reducing the risk of type 2 diabetes. It contributes to better heart health by lowering cholesterol and blood pressure.
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Spicy Green Flu Fighting Smoothie
Equipment
- blender
Ingredients
- 1 banana
- 1 orange
- 1 cup spinach
- 1/2 cup water
- 1/2 tsp ginger fresh
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon ground
Instructions
- In a blender, add all the ingredients. Blend until smooth. Pour into a glass and enjoy promptly.
- Rinse blender with water. Then add about 1-2 inches of water back into blender with very little dish soap, blend on high for easy cleaning.