If you're looking for a nutritious and very refreshing summer drink, this is it. Blueberries are my favorite fruit to eat this time of year, as they're coming in season.
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I love the tangy taste of kefir combined with the sweetness of the fruit. Kefir, like other fermented foods, is an excellent source of probiotics, which are important for digestive health. It's important to choose only good-quality, organic kefir that comes from grass-fed animals.
If you wish to keep this recipe entirely vegan and plant-based, you can swap the dairy for coconut kefir, which is available at most health food stores and tastes delicious.
Gut-Friendly Blueberry Probiotic Smoothie
Ingredients
- ½ cup fresh or frozen blueberries
- 1 ripe banana
- 3 cups of kefir (or 2 cups of kefir + 1 cup water for lighter consistency)
- 1 slice of fresh avocado (optional for extra creaminess)
- 1 tablespoon chia seeds
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Preparation
1. Blend all ingredients until smooth.
2. Drink immediately or refrigerate.
Photo courtesy of the author
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Sylvia is a wellness and nutrition coach who teaches professional women how to find time in their busy schedules for self-care and healthy nourishment so they can be radiant, confident and successful in their personal and professional lives.
Sylvia is the proud creator of HealthYummies.com, a website dedicated to healthy eating, plant-based cooking and food photography.
She is currently completing her Master's degree in Clinical Nutrition and is also a graduate of the Institute for Integrative Nutrition (IIN) in NYC. Sylvia holds a registered yoga teacher certification and has successfully completed coursework on the principles of Ayurveda and Ayurvedic nutrition.
Sylvia lives in Boston, Massachusetts and when her schedule permits, she spends time traveling and exploring the world.