Berry Cherry Smoothie for Inflammation Relief
Inflammation Relief with a Cherry Berry Smoothie
Berry Cherry Smoothie for Inflammation Relief. Fight inflammation from the inside out by focusing on foods that have anti-inflammatory enzymes – foods like tomatoes, olive oil, leafy greens, fruits and berries, citrus, fish rich in omega 3 fatty acids, ginger, garlic and turmeric. More specifically tart cherries, pineapple and lemon as they are super potent in the anti-inflammatory department.
And one of the best and easiest way to ensure you get a few of these foods into your diet is with this Berry Cherry Smoothie highlighted here. It contains inflammation fighting foods and spices, along with antioxidants, vitamins and minerals – you honestly can’t go wrong with a smoothie. So grab the ingredients and blend this one up today – it’s perfect for breakfast or an afternoon snack and your body will seriously thank you
INGREDIENT BENEFITS
Strawberries – are high in anthocyanin, along with other phytochemicals, that gives strawberries their anti-inflammatory and antioxidant health benefits; also a good source of folic acid
Cherries – both sweet and tart cherries contain antioxidants making them one of the top antioxidant-rich foods for reducing inflammation; are also a good source of the nutrient potassium
Raspberries – have been shown to reduce inflammation throughout the entire body; also helps to prevent a number of chronic conditions, such as heart disease, stroke, and type 2 diabetes
Blueberries – are full of vitamins and antioxidants called flavonoids that can help fight inflammation; also have chemicals that help regulate your immune system, which can reduce chronic inflammation
Pomegranate Juice – is a powerful anti-inflammatory because of its high concentration of antioxidants; rich in polyphenols (an antioxidant); helps reduce inflammation throughout the body and prevent oxidative stress and damage
Greek Yogurt – high in protein and probiotics, that help reduce inflammation; also contains vitamin D for calcium
Turmeric – is know as an antioxidant; also contains Curcumin which may help reduce inflammation in the body or
Ginger – has anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and anticancer properties that boost your overall immunity
Cherry Berry Smoothie Recipe
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INGREDIENTS
1 c Strawberries, hulled
1 c Cherries, fresh or frozen
1 c Raspberries
1 c Blueberries
1 c Pomegranate juice, chilled
1/2 c Greek Yogurt
1/2 tsp Turmeric OR 1/2 tsp Ginger (freshly grated)
Ice – optional
INSTRUCTIONS
First 4 ingredients can either be fresh or frozen. Place all ingredients into your blender and blend until a smooth consistency. If using fresh fruit, add ice to the blender for a smoothie consistency.
