Weight Loss Smoothie with Blueberries and Protein

blueberry protein smoothie for weight loss

Blueberry Protein Weight Loss Smoothie

Weight Loss Smoothie with Blueberries and Protein. Create your own weight loss drink so you know exactly what’s in it – and rest assured the drink is not filled with sugar and fatty ingredients, and you’re getting all the necessary nutrients and vitamins needed to shed some pounds.

And here’s where this weight loss smoothie comes in. Simply blend up all the ingredients listed in the Blueberry Protein Weight Loss Smoothie recipe and you’ve got yourself one nutritious drink that will help keep you full and maintain your energy level until your next meal. Bottoms up !!


INGREDIENT BENEFITS

Banana – are healthy and nutritious, high in fiber and low in calories, reduce bloating, control your appetite, and help in weight loss
Blueberries -polyphenols found in blueberries may influence genes that regulate fat-burning and storage, and helps lower cholesterol
Pear – only 56 calories per 100 grams, making it a reliable weight loss companion, high in water content which makes them high in volume for a great fruit for weight loss
Almond Milk – is rich in calcium, potassium, vitamin E, and vitamin D among others. All these nutrients are helpful in weight loss as they keep the metabolism fast, aid digestion, and keep problems like bloating away
Coconut Oil – helps to boost your metabolism which helps burn more calories and aid with weight loss; MCT oil has been shown to be effective at reducing belly fat, taking aim at abdominal fat and visceral fat which lodges in the abdominal cavity and around your organs
Greek Yogurt – rich in protein for an extended length of satiation, improves your metabolism which helps you burn calories throughout the day
Cinnamon – helps you lose visceral fat and supports weight loss. Antimicrobial, antiparasitic properties of cinnamon make it one of the healthiest spices of all time. It helps lower blood pressure, cholesterol, boosts insulin function and metabolism as well


Weight Loss Smoothie with Blueberries and Protein – 246 Calories Per Serving
thank you theroastedroot for the recipe base
Makes two 8oz Servings

INGREDIENTS
1 ripe frozen Banana (106 calories)
1/2 c Blueberries (41 calories)
1/2 c Pear (96 calories)
1 c unsweetened Almond Milk (40 calories)
1/2 c low-fat Greek Yogurt (90 calories)
1 tbls Coconut Oil (117 calories) – preferably MCT Oil (130 calories)
1/4 tsp ground Cinnamon (2 calories)
Ice/optional

INSTRUCTIONS
Add all ingredients to a blender and blend until completely smooth. Totally up to you if you want to add ice to thicken it up.


Let me know what you think.  Are you looking for other smoothie recipes?  Visit our SMOOTHIE & JUICING page for more delicious blends.  Ciao 🙂



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