Stomach Calming Smoothie
- 1 Cup Water
- ½ Banana
- ½ Avocado
- ⅓ Cup Aloe Vera Liquid
- 2 Tbsps. Chia Seeds
- 1 Tbsp. Honey
Why it works:
Whenever your stomach is feeling off kilter, try this stomach calming smoothie, which may help it calm right down. This smoothie works well to help with upset stomachs because of the aloe vera liquid. While banana and avocado are both easy on your stomach, the aloe vera liquid helps to coat the stomach and ease any spots that may be causing you discomfort from excess acidity. In addition, both aloe vera and chia seeds are demulcents, which provide nutrients that help to calm and heal the mucosal membranes in your digestive tract.Sweet and Soothing Smoothie
- 1 Frozen Banana
- 1 Cup Fresh Pineapple
- ½ Cup Plain Greek Yogurt
- ¼ Cup Unsweetened Almond Milk
- ½ Teaspoon Fresh Ginger
- ½ Teaspoon Ground Turmeric
- 2 Teaspoons Chia Seeds
Why it works:
Both ginger and turmeric are known to be excellent ingredients to include in foods when you have an upset stomach. Ginger helps reduce nausea, and turmeric has been shown in many studies to reduce inflammation. The combination of these two ingredients, along with the other fresh and healthy ingredients, help to calm your stomach while providing you with great nutrition. Make this smoothie each morning for breakfast, or treat yourself for a sweet and satisfying afternoon snack that has protein, fiber, and a very reasonable calorie count.Get Your Greens Smoothie
- 1 Banana
- 2 Cups Spinach
- 1 Apple: Cored, Peeled, and Sliced
- 1 Pear: Cored, Peeled, and Sliced
- 2 Cups Water or Almond Milk