Spinach and Spirulina Smoothie for Clear Skin

spinach and spirulina smoothie for acne

Clear Skin with a Spinach and Spirulina Smoothie

Spinach and Spirulina Smoothie for Clear Skin. Smoothies are one of the easiest and quickest ways to deliver nutrients, vitamins, and anti-oxidants to the body, which are essential in preventing the growth of acne causing bacteria. Consume an acne fighting smoothie once or twice a day, and you’ll build healthy and very resistant skin cells that won’t allow acne to form.

Note the ingredients and the color of your juices as it’s all relevant to revving up your immune system and creating an environment that prevents bacteria from growing.

GREEN – consist of phyto-nutrients, micro-nutrients and vitamins, which will enhance red blood cells to deliver a consistent flow of nutrition to your skin surface.
ORANGE – will consist of Vitamin A and Vitamin C, which aid in building the healthiest acne resistant skin cells.
DARK RED, BLUE AND PURPLE – full of antioxidants and micro-nutrients which helps your immune system prevent bacteria from getting into your skin. Mix all 3 colors and you’ll get a super nutritious brown smoothie.

INGREDIENT BENEFITS

Banana – contain phenolics with antimicrobials that treat lesions, vitamin A for inflammation
Strawberries – contain salicylic acid which help reduce hyperpigmentation and dark spots, vitamin C to help skin stay healthy and vibrant
Spinach – high in antioxidants that fight against skin problems, contains Vitamins C, E, and A which are great for your skin.
Spirulina – facilitates faster cell turnover that helps skin heal faster, wards off free radicals and eliminates toxins from the skin to increase skin metabolism, and prevents candida overgrowth that can cause acne breakouts
Flaxseed – contains antioxidants, Vitamins, very rich in Omega 3, 6 & 9 that help the skin
Vanilla Extract – loaded with antioxidants that help repair your skin at the molecular level and promotes more vibrant skin
Cinnamon – can kill or suppress the E. coli, Staphylococcus, and Candida albican microbes, helps to shrink pores, which can make the skin appear smoother, and has astringent properties
Greek Yogurt – has natural anti-bacterial, anti-fungal properties, and probiotics that can actually prevent and control acne breakouts


Spinach and Spirulina Smoothie for Clear Skin
thank you natalieshealth for the base of this awesome recipe

Ingredients
1 ripe Banana
1 c Greek Yogurt
1/2 Strawberries
1 c Spinach
1 tbls Spirulina
1 tbls Flaxseed
1 tsp Cinnamon
1 tsp Vanilla Extract

Instructions
Place all ingredients in a blender and blend until smooth. Add 1/4 c water or ice if desired


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spinach and spirulina smoothie for clear skin


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