Coffee And Mint Yogurt Smoothie Parfait For Inflammation

Inflammation Relief with a Coffee and Mint Yogurt Smoothie

Coffee and Mint Yogurt Smoothie Parfait for Inflammation. 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 a smoothie and/or juice highlighted here. They contain inflammation fighting foods and spices, along with antioxidants, vitamins and minerals – you honestly can’t go wrong with a smoothie. So blend one up today. They’re perfect for breakfast or an afternoon snack and your body will seriously thank you

INGREDIENT BENEFITS

Yogurt – high in protein and probiotics, that help reduce inflammation; also contains vitamin D for calcium
Coffee – contains polyphenols and other anti-inflammatory compounds which may protect against inflammation
Mint – is a powerful anit-inflammatory herb; soothes digestion; its anti-inflammatory property soothe the swelling and keep the mucous at bay; has umpteen antiviral and antibacterial properties that can keep mild flu and cold
Pecans – are excellent sources of manganese and copper, two minerals that boost overall metabolic health, may contain anti-inflammatory properties
Apple – lower levels of cholesterol as well as C-reactive protein (CRP), a key marker of inflammation in the blood

Coffee And Mint Yogurt Smoothie Parfait
thank you paindoctor for the recipe base

Ingredients
½ c plain Greek Yogurt
2 tsp brewed Coffee
3-4 drops Peppermint Stevia (optional)
¼ c sliced Pecans
For garnish: Apple slice

Instructions
Combine the yogurt, coffee, and stevia (if using) in a blender. Pour into a glass and layer the yogurt with the pecans, alternating until you get to the top. Garnish your glass with an apple slice