Blackberry Piña Smoothie

After my most recent post of Fluffy Gluten-Free Pancakes with Blackberry Sauce I needed something light and clean to cleanse my body. Something raw and vegan usually does the trick. I opted for a smoothie as it is one of the easiest meals on your digestive system. It was a rare occasion where we were out of fresh and frozen bananas so I reached for what I had and came up with a delicious new recipe that I think you'll truly enjoy!

A Blackberry Piña Zen Smoothie! Refreshing to the core with an instant boost of feel good energy.

You can feel even better while drinking it knowing that Blackberries:

• Are full of Vitamin C
• High in Vitamin K
• Rich in Bioflavonoids
• Have one of the highest antioxidants levels among fruits
• Can promote the healthy tightening of tissue
• Can provide a more alert brain
• Are high in Tannin which can reduce intestinal inflammation, alleviate hemorrhoids and soothe the effects of diarrhea
• The high levels of astringent tannin are effective in oral hygiene when used as a mouthwash (another reason for a smoothie!)
• The leaves have been used on inflamed gums and sometimes sore throats and as a tea

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I'll drink to that!

For fun I thought I'd share the evolution of the smoothie. The first picture started out as featured above.

Then Jerry added some input with the purple towel and rock! I saw my moms painting and decided to add it in for a Smoothie by the Beach!

Then I saw all of my happy plants near the window and decided to add them into the mix creating a Zen Smoothie.

Enjoy! :)

Servings: 2    Prep to Finish: 7 minutes

Directions:

• 2 cups frozen blackberries
• 1 cup frozen pineapple
• 1-2 cups water
• 1 scoop protein powder (I chose hemp)
• 4 dates
• OPT: Tsp of Chaga Powder, Reishi Powder and Spirulina with a dash of Reservratrol for good measure!
• 1/4 cup granola

Directions:

1. Place frozen berries and piña into your blender. Fill the water until it reaches 16 oz.
2. Add dates, protein powder and opt for additional health boosters.
3. Blend until smooth, pour and top with granola.

We didn't even touch the benefits of pineapple or any of the other magical ingredients. Enjoy the health benefits of this one of a kind Blackberry Piña Zen Smoothie!
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Positive healthy vibes!
Christa