One of my goals as a Nutrition Coach is to help my clients create “anchors” throughout the day that provide them with a sense of control over their choices especially when it comes to finding a balance in their daily nutrition. Breaking your fast with a daily smoothie is just one of many anchors. It helps to kick-start the day knowing that you just made a healthy decision to nourish your body.

Smoothies are great for so many reasons – from boosting energy levels to weight management, pre-workout energy, post-workout recovery, inflammation reduction or a healthy sweet treat. They’re an all-round solution for those on the go and needing that extra boost.

Here are a few of my fave smoothie blends – each tailored to a specific purpose or person. 😉

1. Reset with this Green Pineapple Detox

Made with refreshing ingredients like pineapple, cucumber and celery — this Green Pineapple Detox is the smoothie blend that helps flush out toxins, relieves bloat and inflammation and tastes so refreshing!

2. Have your Daily Dose of Greens!

If there is a smoothie that tops nutrition profiles, this one is it. Loaded with so many vitamins and minerals from all the veggies and superfoods, Dose of Greens is my go-to when I’m trying to keep the calories low but nutrients high!

3. Fuel Up w/ Coffee-Infused Green Protein Boost Smoothie

Some days I just need that extra pick-me-up before an intense strength training session with my coach. Packing in superfoods, protein, healthy fat and sweetness from bananas and strawberries, Green Protein Boost Smoothie is so yummy and indulgent, you’ll forget how healthy it is! 

4. Replenish after a Workout with this Sweet + Simple Smoothie

So apropro to its name – this sweet + simple smoothie recipe hits the spot every time. The protein from nut butter and powder provides the extra kick to help promote a speedy recovery after workouts. 

5. Soothe & Heal with this Anti-Inflammatory Green Elixir

The Green Elixir is a great blend when you’re just not feeling 100%. Electrolytes from coconut water, anti-inflammatory properties of ginger, and the fresh blend of cucumber and celery help to rejuvenate and revive the immune system. 

6. Try this Superfood Smoothie as a Meal Replacement

I always encourage my clients to get their nutrients from eating an actual meal. But on days when time is limited and it’s just not possible, this is the smoothie I would recommend. It covers all your daily nutrients in one shot and provides you with just enough energy to push you through until your next meal. The Superfood Smoothie is a client fave for sure!

Ashwaganda, an adaptogenic herb, has been touted as the magical stress relief supplement that provides a calming effect but also improves the quality of sleep and increase energy levels. So when I came across this smoothie recipe on Dr. Junger’s Clean Program, I had to give it a try. Anything that has “dreamy” and “chocolatey” in the title will catch my attention and this smoothie is exactly that! Ashwagandha powder does have a slight bitterness to it but blended with almond butter and dates along with avocado, this smoothie is a great fix when you’re having cravings or to break your fast. Give it a try – Enjoy!

INGREDIENTS

• 1 tablespoon ashwagandha powder
• 1 scoops chocolate protein powder
• 1 tablespoon cacao powder
• 1 tablespoon cacao nibs
• 1 tablespoon almond butter
• 1 – 2 dates
• 1/2 avocado
• 1/2 cup nut milk of choice
• 1/2 cup water
• 1 handful ice

DIRECTIONS

1. Remove skin and pit from avocado. Remove pit from dates.
2. Add all ingredients to a blender and blend on high until creamy and smooth. Serve immediately!

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• 1 tablespoon cacao
• 1 tablespoon cacao nibs
• 1 teaspoon moringa
• 1 tablespoon almond butter
• 1 avocado
• 2 dates
• 2 scoops of chocolate protein powder
• 1/4 cup blueberries
• 1 large handful spinach
• 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
• 1 cup almond milk
• 1 cup ice

DIRECTIONS

1. Remove pits from avocados and dates. Discard skin from avocado.
2. Add all ingredients to a blender and blend on high until creamy and smooth.

Sometimes, throwing random stuff in a blender yields delicious results. That’s how I came up with this delicious Cherry Berry smoothie, which is also equally nutritious. A great source of fiber, cherries are loaded with vitamin B and C, manganese, potassium and rich in antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties. Blending them with greens, berries, seeds and supplement powders, this rich, deep purple concoction has it all! It’s a great way to break your fast or as a mid day or pre-workout elixir.

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A favorite part of my day is enjoying a morning cold brew. So I much prefer to have my caffeine on its own but when I found this coffee infused smoothie, I had to give it a try.  Enriched with greens, protein and healthy fat, the blend of avocado with chocolate protein powder and espresso beans gives it a rich and indulgent flavor. Providing all the nutrients you need to start your day with a serious kick of caffeine, this smoothie makes a great breakfast or a pre-training boost. Give it a go and let me know what you think.

INGREDIENTS: 

• 1/2 ripe frozen banana
• 1/2 cup unsweetened nut milk
• 1/2 cup filtered water
• 1/2 cup strawberries
• 1 handful baby spinach
• 1 scoop chocolate protein powder
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• A pinch of kosher salt
• 1/2 ripe avocado
• 2 tablespoons finely ground espresso or coffee beans
• 1 teaspoon cacao nibs

DIRECTIONS:

1. Blend banana, milk, spinach, ice, vanilla and salt.
2. Add avocado. Blend again. Add coffee and cacao last. Enjoy!

This smoothie is a perfect blend of daily greens with a bonus of seeds and powerful superfoods. All ingredients complement each other perfectly adding key micronutrients into a creamy, subtly sweet, and nutritious green smoothie. This is my perfect dose of greens and a great start to my day! Enjoy!

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