With winter rolling around and temperatures cooling, I’m always looking for foods to keep sickness at bay. Oranges are known to contain very high amounts of vitamin C which promotes healthy skin, tendons, cartilage and bones. Oranges also contain polyphenols which fight against viral infects. Cherries contain high amounts of antioxidants which repair cell damage. Ginger has natural antiviral properties including sesquiterpenes which target viruses associated with the common cold. Ginger also serves as an antiseptic and anti-inflammatory.
Immunity-Boosting Ginger Smoothie
2016-05-11 11:21:28
Serves 1
High in vitamin C, polyphenols and antioxidants, this smoothie will help keep colds at bay.
Prep Time
5 min
Nutrition Facts
Serving Size
769g
Servings
1
Amount Per Serving
Calories 572
Calories from Fat 165
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 20g
30%
Saturated Fat 2g
9%
Trans Fat 0g
Polyunsaturated Fat 5g
Monounsaturated Fat 10g
Cholesterol 0mg
0%
Sodium 279mg
12%
Total Carbohydrates 95g
32%
Dietary Fiber 18g
72%
Sugars 48g
Protein 20g
Vitamin A
643%
Vitamin C
231%
Calcium
47%
Iron
62%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your Daily Values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Ingredients
- 2 large bananas
- 1/4 cup orange juice
- 1/4 cup cherry juice
- 2 tablespoons almond butter
- a large handful of spinach (about 1/2 cup)
- 1 tsp fresh ginger
Instructions
- Blend all the ingredients in a high powered blender until smooth. Add crushed ice if desired.
Notes
- You can also switch out the orange and cherries juices for coconut water, almond milk or plain water.
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