LUTEAL PHASE GREEN SMOOTHIE BOWL
I’m a bit of an abstract artist when it comes to being in my kitchen, especially when I’m making smoothies. But I took time to slow down and create this recipe for you this morning because I want you to experience the deliciousness and all the benefits that come along with it!
A few notes on WHY these ingredients:
+ Sesame Seeds — sesame seeds are high in zinc, which helps boost progesterone
+ Sunflower Seeds — high in vitamin E and selenium, which helps boost progesterone and remove excess estrogen
+ Maca Powder — is an adaptogen, helps with stress, fatigue and helps boost energy and digestion
+ Cinnamon — is warming to your body and helps with digestion
+Matcha Powder — super good for the immune system and a liiiiitle caffeine kick (whoop)
Honestly, I used to think buying organic wasn’t that big of a deal. But the more I researched the more I realized, it is a BIG deal. All those pesticides will harm your body when you’re trying to do it good by eating right. Buy organic whenever you can.
Also want to note that what’s different about Traditional Chinese Medicine smoothies is we are not using frozen or super cold foods. This often what makes us feel bloated and slows down digestion. I alwaaaays used to feel bloated after smoothies until I learned this trick! It’s less of a shock to your system and helps when you add warming foods (ginger, cinnamon, etc.)
Save this recipe for later and add some of these ingredients to your shopping list to have in your pantry! You’re body (and everyone around you…#pms ) will be thankful!
INGREDIENTS
+ Handful of fresh organic greens
+ 2 T. Sunflower Butter
+ 1 T. Sesame Seeds
+ 1/2 t. Matcha Powder
+ 1/2 t. Maca Powder
+ 1 Banana
+ 1 Avocado
+ 4 oz. Milk of Choice
+ Cinnamon sprinkles on top
Place all ingredients in blender in the ascending order above. Blend on high until smooth. Poor in bowl and top with your favorite toppings!
Some of my fave toppings: fresh fruit, nuts, sunflower or almond butter, coconut, granola, etc! Let your creative flag fly, sis!
Making smoothie bowls never gets old for me. LOOK HOW BEAUTIFUL. Plus it tastes amazing, like dessert, nom nom nom. What a great start to your day to feel amazing and stare at something beautiful.
