With the perfect combination of the right ingredients, you can make the best pick-me-up smoothie, for those days when you really need it most. The 3 smoothie recipes below will definitely give you natural boost of those happy hormones.
1. Green Mood Boosting Smoothie
Ingredients:
1 ripe banana
1 cup strawberries
1 cup coconut milk
1/2 – 1 cup fresh spinach
1/2 cup water
1 tablespoon sunflower seeds
1 tablespoon chia seeds
1 tablespoon cacao
Directions:
Blend all ingredients.
2. Berry-Rich Mood Boosting Smoothie
Ingredients:
3-5 strawberries, depending on size and freshness
1 cup coconut milk
1/2 avocado
1/2 cup blueberries
2 teaspoons ground flaxseed
1 teaspoon chia seeds
1 tablespoon cacao powder (optional)
1 tablespoon goji berries
Directions:
Blend all ingredients together until totally smooth.
Using cacao powder will help give an extra boost of happiness, while also feeding your cravings for chocolate.
3. Pineapple Mood Boosting Smoothie
Ingredients:
1 cup milk
½ cup pineapple
½ cup coconut water
¼ cup plain Greek yogurt
Baby spinach
Directions:
Blend until smooth and serve.
This healthy pineapple treat is full of vitamin B, that helps reduce anxiety and lift mood. It is also contains a mood-brightening vitamin C to help reduce the stress hormone cortisol.