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I share variations of this smoothie on Instagram, but honestly it is so incredible, it needs a full post!
This is a very powerful energizing anti-inflammatory green smoothie recipe!
The best part of this recipe base is you can swap out flavors depending on what fruits are in season or what you are in the mood for.
One question I get asked on Instagram all the time is how I deal with arthritic flares. No matter how healthy you are or how well you are doing, flares can hit you hard anytime. Recently, I dealt with a pretty rough one. I was doing great, then I started having elbow pain, swelling, and stiffness. Next thing I knew, my foot, ankle, hip, and knee starting plaguing me all at once
When that happens, I whip out all my chemistry hacks for fighting pain and inflammation.
Powerful Energizing Anti-Inflammatory Green Smoothie
First, my collagen concoction is definitely on repeat with an extra tablespoon of apple cider vinegar. I make sure to take all of my supplements and vitamins each morning. Keeping up with home workouts without fail is also helpful! To deal with pain, I use all these little tips and tricks to get relief.
And most importantly, I watch my diet. I keep it mainly plant based with some fish and lean meats.
This smoothie is a key to making your body feel great first thing. Even if you don’t have an inflammatory issue, it is great for mood, energy, weight loss, and more.
Ingredients For Powerful Energizing Anti-Inflammatory Green Smoothie:
- 1 cup of unsweetened vanilla almond milk
- 1 cup of alkaline water**
- 1 scoop of plant based protein powder
- 2 tsp lemon powder (or 1/2 lemon peel)
- 1/2 frozen banana
- 1 pitted date
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1 tablespoon ground Flax seeds
- 1 cup loosed packed spinach
- 1 scoop super food greens
Variations:
- 1 cup fruit of choice (change depending on season or preference)
- Cocoa powder if using chocolate protein
- Add unsweetened coconut flakes with coconut milk if using pineapple, mango, or other tropical fruit.
Directions:
- Blend well until smooth. You can eliminate the spinach if using the super food green powder, but I like to use both!
- The date is also optional, but it adds the sweetest and best flavor. Plus dates are really great for you too! If you watch sugar content, just leave the dates out.
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Benefits of Chemistry Cachet’s Anti-inflammatory Smoothie
**Alkaline water is the first key ingredient to fighting inflammation. Read more about this here. If you don’t have alkaline water, check out your grocery store to see what options they have. Most have mineral waters that are alkaline. The bottle will say alkaline or show the pH. Look for a pH above 7.5.
Almond milk is great for smoothies. You can also use coconut milk.
Using a healthy fat is always a good idea for a smoothie because it is filling plus healthy fats contain many great health benefits. Flax seeds are one of my favorite sources for fats, and they have great inflammatory fighting benefits. Bonus: if you keep these on hand, they can also be used as an egg substitute!
I talked about super food greens last year in this post. It is an awesome supplement for your diet. One scoop packs a HUGE punch of anti-oxidants, minerals, and vitamins which would take large amounts of fruits and vegetables to get the equivalent. I always add this to my diet when I am dealing with inflammation. If you don’t have this one hand, make the smoothie with a few cups of spinach. It won’t be as powerful, but still healthy!
Spices
I recommend using cinnamon whenever possible because it is a fantastic chemical. Read this post on the chemistry behind true cinnamon and how beneficial it is for your body. Anytime I make a smoothie, this is always in it!
The cinnamon doesn’t do much for flavor in this, but it is a great addition for inflammation
Lemon
Lemon is such a great anti-inflammatory. You can read the chemistry behind lemon in this post from last year.
My favorite way to get lemon in a smoothie is to use lemon powder! Check out this tutorial on that, plus why it is the way to go.
Protein
Protein powder is an important aspect if you eat a plant based diet. Plants contain protein, but not as much as meat. I like to use a plant based protein powder (Vega has been my favorite brand so far) or an egg white protein powder. Always stick with an organic brand that has minimal ingredients. Some contain so many chemicals, it defeats the purpose.
Variations I love
Try using chocolate protein powder and strawberries for a chocolate covered strawberry addition. Similar to this smoothie I shared a few years ago. Keep the base the same!
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Love the idea of this recipe but where would we purchase alkaline water? I live in Minnesota which is far from Mineral Wells.
Hi Sherri, I talk about this in the bottom of post. Almost all my grocery stores have different mineral waters, you can look for something with a pH above 7.5 🙂 That will be alkaline enough to get benefits. I have a friend who lives in Ohio, and she found some in a health food store. If you can’t find it anywhere, you can substitute more almond milk or just some regular mineral water. Hope this helps. Let me know if you have any other questions!
There is a natural spring you can get water from in Eden Prairie if you’re near the Twin Cities. It’s off Flying Cloud Drive by The Lyons Tap ?
Yum! I like all the variations you provided. My husband and I are about to get a vitamix as a wedding present, and once it gets here I’m going to make ALL the smoothie recipes. Thanks for sharing this one! I’m needing a little more health in my life. 😉
This is such a great smoothie! It has really helped my arthritis, but great for so many things 🙂
This sounds delicious and so healthy. I’m going to try a version of it later today. I don’t have all the ingredients, but I have most of them! Thanks for sharing!
I hope you enjoy making it and get some wonderful benefits too!! 🙂
Well this looks like the most delicious breakfast. Also probably much healthier than my banana muffin this morning! 🙂
It is so healthy and delicious! But banana muffins sound AMAZING!! 🙂
Not sure if I would like this but who knows at the moment I am drinking Apple Cider Vinegar and t hat tastes yuck
THis is really delicious…much more than ACV lol 🙂
You always have the best smoothie recipes! This one sounds great for after my workouts! And I love the different variations. <3, Pamela Sequins & Sea Breezes
It is a great option for after a workout, really gives you so much energy!
This is fabulous, I’m going to have to send a link to my mom <3
Green Fashionista
It is such an amazing smoothie!
Thanks for the great recipe! Is there any reason why I couldn’t also add a scoop of collagen powder to this too? I read that you have a separate drink for that. Thanks!
You definitely could add a scoop of collagen if you’d like! The reason I have a separate drink is for the apple cider vinegar benefits and collagen does well on an empty stomach. Your body will absorb it better. Collagen will still work with any type of vitamin C, which this smoothie has a good amount. Your body won’t absorb it quit as well, but would still be a good option 🙂
Hmmm… I think I would try this. Need to source a few ingredients. How “fast” until you feel effects? I’ve been drinking alkaline water for 4 weeks, but not feeling too much difference (yet). Alkaline water is also good for pets.
I usually feel the effects daily. If I am having a rough day, I always feel better after drinking this first thing. The alkaline water also just makes me feel better, but it is a gradual thing for me. It doesn’t take away bad pain or swelling right away, but really boosts my energy and mood. After incorporating this with everything else for many months, I am doing much better 🙂
I will have to try this when I can add more food into my diet. I LOVE smoothies! I’m glad it helps with your flare ups.
It is such a great smoothie! I love it for flares and giving me more energy 🙂
That really is a powerhouse of nutrition for inflammation. Great idea… I will be pinning this. 🙂
It works wonders!! Really a great addition for inflammation 🙂
Oh this looks so delicious! I have to try it out! Pinned.
You will really enjoy it! So good for you too 🙂