Spicy Berry Smoothie for Weight Loss
SKINNY SPICE SMOOTHIE FOR BREAKFAST
Creating homemade smoothies is a great way to know exactly what you’re putting into your weight loss drink – knowing they’re not filled with sugar and fatty ingredients, and that you’re getting all the necessary nutrients and vitamins needed to shed some pounds.
Here’s where this Spicy Berry Smoothie for Weight Loss comes in. Simply blend up all the ingredients listed in the recipe and you’ve got yourself one nutritious drink that will help keep you full and maintain your energy level until your next meal.
INGREDIENT BENEFITS
Greek Yogurt – rich in protein for an extended length of satiation, improves your metabolism which helps you burn calories throughout the day
Strawberries – low in calories; are sodium, fat and cholesterol free; contain antioxidants known as polyphenols; highly nutritious, with iron, copper, magnesium, and fiber to help you feel fuller
Banana – is healthy and nutritious, high in fiber and low in calories, reduce bloating, control your appetite, and help in weight loss
Chaga – are rich in vitamins, minerals, and nutrients including calcium, iron, magnesium, zinc, copper, and phosphorus; Chaga can help make you feel full quicker while assisting the body to maintain its balance
Cumin – is packed with antioxidants, can even help to remove harmful free oxygen radicals from the body, and are also a good source of vitamins A, C, copper, and manganese; increases the metabolism; helps to balance the pH level of the stomach, suppresses the hunger and cravings, keeps you fuller longer, and helps to get rid of water retention in the body
Almonds – contain a chock load of healthy fats, fiber, protein, magnesium, and Vitamin E; can reduce hunger as they are especially satiating
SPICY BERRY SMOOTHIE FOR WEIGHT LOSS
Spicy Berry Smoothie for Weight Loss – 162 calories per serving
Makes 2 Servings (8 oz each)
thank you Masalabody for the recipe base
INGREDIENTS
1 c low-fat Greek Yogurt (120 calories)
1 c Strawberries, frozen (49 calories)
1 Banana, frozen (106 calories)
1 tbls Chaga Powder (8 calories)
1/2 tsp Cumin (4 calories)
5 Almonds, minced (35 calories)
1/2 c Coconut Water (23 calories) or Plain Water
Ice/optional
INSTRUCTIONS
Combine all ingredients in a blender until smooth. Add Ice for your desired smoothie consistency