Back in the day, when I first started having protein smoothies, my go to was a plain vanilla and medjool date concoction. Since adding many other fruits to my smoothie repertoire, I lost touch with it. It’s crazy how indulgent these smoothies can feel yet they are packed full of nutrition!
Adding the chia and flax seeds also helps to increase fiber and protein – keeping you full for hours. They also help to give the smoothie a milkshake type of texture – making it thick and decadent.
Did you know that medjool dates are a natural energy booster? They have a plethora of benefits – funny thing is they taste like candy. High in sugar – while it’s the natural whole food type – you still want to be mindful of servings. What are their other super powers? Awesome for digestion and helping to keep you regular – if you know what I mean 😉. They offer a nice amount of fiber and a lovely offering of nutrient rich vitamins & minerals. Think iron, magnesium, Vitamin B6 to name a few. They are also packed with antioxidants – helping to ward off those free radicals we are exposed to on the daily.
And then, there is the Maca Powder. So many awesome health benefits here! Again – high vitamin and mineral content – especially Vitamin C, B6, potassium and manganese. And you can’t forget the high fiber and protein! Many of you can connect with this one – it helps relieve menopause symptoms. Yes! Can also boost mood, increase sports performance, increase libido (nice!), improve learning and memory.
Give this smoothie a shot! You will not be disappointed in the flavor and will love the health benefits!
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Cheers To Your Health,
