This fat-burning smoothie is packed with brain and gut friendly polyphenols, healthy fat and a proper amount of protein. The avocado gives it the creaminess and helps with the increased bioavailability (proper absorption) of the polyphenols you get from the avocado and blueberries!
Ingredients:
• 1-2 cup frozen or fresh blueberries
• 2-3 kale leaves, also called leaf cabbage (optional)
• ½ to 1 avocado, medium
• ½ cup crushed ice (optional)
• 1 cup almond, cashew, or oat milk. (unsweetened preferably)
• 1 (6-7 ounce) container plain Greek-style yogurt OR 1 serving
of vanilla protein powder*
Method:
Blend all ingredients together until the desired consistency is reached. Add water as needed.
*Choose a protein powder that has no more than 10 grams of total carbohydrates in a serving.
Serves: 1
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Robert Ferguson is a California- and Florida-based single father of two daughters, nutritionist, researcher, best-selling author, speaker, podcast and television host, health advisor, NAACP Image Award Nominee, creator of the Diet Free Life methodology, Chief Nutrition Officer for iCoura Health, and he serves on the Presidential Task Force on Obesity for the National Medical Association. You can e-mail Robert at robert@dietfreelife.com.
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