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BLACK & BLUE SMOOTHIE

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Black & Blue Smoothie made with a combination of Nuzest Clean Lean Smooth Vanilla protein powder and Further Food collagen and topped with bee pollen and grain-free granola.

Black & Blue Smoothie made with a combination of Nuzest Clean Lean Smooth Vanilla protein powder and Further Food collagen and topped with bee pollen and grain-free granola.

This probiotic blackberry, blueberry, and kefir smoothie makes the whole body happy — gut, brain, and taste buds included!

Berries are some of the most nutrient-dense, antioxidant-rich foods on the planet, and I make a point of eating them almost every day.

The flavonoids and other powerful phytochemicals found in berries have been shown to combat oxidative stress and inflammation in the body.  As a result, berry consumption is believed to help protect against cardiovascular disease, cancer, and cognitive decline.  Berries are also low in calories and high in fibre, making them a great choice for healthy weight control.

Kefir is a fermented drink made from dairy or non-dairy milk.  It has a yogurt-like taste and lots of immune-boosting and disease-fighting benefits.  Kefir contains bioactive compounds that can improve gut and skin health, and help to reduce the risk of cancer and allergy symptoms.  One compound found only in kefir, known as kefiran, has been found to fight against candida, a common yeast infection.

For 1 large or 2 small servings, blend together until smooth:

  • 3/4 cup fresh blackberries

  • 3/4 cup frozen blueberries

  • 1 cup kefir (dairy or coconut, see note below*)

  • 1/2 frozen banana (or 1/2 to 1 cup steamed-then-frozen cauliflower for a low-carb option)

  • 1 to 2 Tbsp chia seeds (optional)

  • 2 Tbsp Nuzest Clean Lean Smooth Vanilla protein powder or Further Food collagen (non-vegan) or 1 Tbsp of each (optional)

  • Lakanto sugar-free monk fruit sweetener, pure stevia, raw honey (non-vegan), or sweetener of choice, adjusted to taste (optional)

  • optional toppings: bee pollen, granola, or toppings of choice

*Note: If you’re not a fan of or don’t have access to kefir, you can substitute plain probiotic Greek yogurt. Add almond milk or milk of choice as needed for desired consistency.

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This recipe was initially published August, 2017. It was updated May, 2021.