Gut-Healing Blueberry Smoothie (Recipe)

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Everyone needs a go-to smoothie recipe!

Smoothies are easy to prepare and loved by everyone. Add a few gut-healing supplements for an extra nutritional boost. Make a big batch and pour into freezer-safe mason jars for a freeze-ahead meal or snack. Smoothies are perfect for travel, packed lunches, and busy mornings at home. This version includes avocado and coconut milk for healthy fats, leafy greens for added nutrients, and two low-FODMAP (short-chain carbs that aren’t absorbed well) fruits for a touch of sweetness.

Ingredients

1 can coconut milk 1 banana 1 cup blueberries ½ avocado 1–2 cups chopped kale or swiss chard Filtered water (optional) Gut-healing supplements (optional)

Preparation

Blend all ingredients, except filtered water, in a high-speed blender. If you want to thin down your smoothie, add a small amount of filtered water and blend. Add gut-healing supplements such as probiotics, vitamin D drops, and L-glutamine (optional).

Recipe Options

Add fermented drinks like kefir or kombucha to add a bit of probiotic power to your smoothie.
Republished from DrRuscio.com
Dr. Michael Ruscio
MD
Michael Ruscio is a doctor, clinical researcher and author working fervently to reform and improve the field of functional and integrative medicine. He is doing so in collaboration with his clinical and research team, both via clinical experimentation and published research. His primary focus areas are digestive health, and the impact of digestive health on other facets of health including energy, sleep, mood, thyroid function and optimization. His work has been published in peer-reviewed medical journals and he speaks at integrative medical conferences across the globe. Dr. Ruscio also runs an influential website and podcast at DrRuscio.com, and is actively seeing patients in his clinic.
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