Immune Boosting Smoothie for Colds

Banana – are soft, nutritious fruits that are easy to swallow and gentle on your throat. They also contain Vitamin C to help your body fight infections, along with B6 and Magnesium
Orange – are a vitamin C rich fruit that helps boost your immune system and help prevent the onset of colds and flu and helps speed up recovery if you catch it
Mango – are a great sources of vitamin C — a vitamin that can help support your immune system; also contains vitamin A, antioxidants and other healthy nutrients that can help support your overall health
Greek Yogurt – packed with vitamins and protein; a great source of lactobacillus, a probiotic that may help give your immune system a boost and inhibit the growth of harmful gut bacteria
Carrots – are packed with essential vitamins, minerals and antioxidants; are one of the best sources of beta-carotene, which your body turns into Vitamin A; contains bronchodilator and expectorant properties which help to eliminate the excess of phlegm and allowing you to breathe better
Ginger – has powerful antiviral and antibacterial properties; is a great antioxidant-rich food that can help combat inflammation and keep your immune system healthy
Turmeric – is rich in vitamin C and vitamin B6, contains potent antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and antiseptic properties; has antiviral and antibacterial properties that can help fight infection, and anti-inflammatory properties that help relieve the symptoms of cough and cold
MCT Oil – contains medium-chain fatty acids (MCFAs) that act as natural antibiotics, which means they boost your immune system and fight off harmful bacteria, viruses, fungi, and protozoa; also contain antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and thermogenic properties
Reishi Powder – king of Traditional Chinese Medicine; loaded with antibacterial and anti-viral properties, which is perfect for battling the common cold and flu

Ingredients
1 Banana, frozen
1 Orange, peeled
1 c Mango chunks
1/2 c Greek Yogurt
1 Carrot, peeled and chopped
1 tbls Resihi Powder
1 tbls MCT Oil
1/2 tsp Ground Ginger
1/2 tsp Ground Turmeric
1/2 c Orange Juice
Ice (optional)

STAY WELL and check back as I’ll definitely be making more 🙂   And if you’re in the market for additional immune boosting smoothies – click this SMOOTHIES AND JUICE LINK and scroll thru the many smoothies I’ve made over the past year.  And if you’re looking to help with certain ailments, you can FILTER & SEARCH HERE