Cha-Cha Anti-Inflammatory Smoothie

Anti-inflammatory Smoothie with Beets and Pineapple

Cha-Cha Anti-inflammatory Smoothie. Fight inflammation from the inside out by focusing on foods that have anti-inflammatory enzymes – foods like tomatoes, olive oil, leafy greens, fruits and berries, citrus, fish rich in omega 3 fatty acids, ginger, garlic, and turmeric. More specifically tart cherries, pineapple, and lemon as they are super potent in the anti-inflammatory department.

And one of the best and easiest ways to ensure you get a few of these foods into your diet is with this Cha-Cha Anti-Inflammatory Smoothie with Beets and Pineapple highlighted here. It contains inflammation-fighting foods and spices, along with antioxidants, vitamins, and minerals – you honestly can’t go wrong with a smoothie. So blend this one up today. It’s also perfect for breakfast or an afternoon snack and your body will seriously thank you

INGREDIENT BENEFITS

Beets – are packed with anti-inflammatory phytonutrients, vulgaxanthin, betanin, and isobetanin. The phytonutrients inhibit the enzymes into letting your cells know to flame up, which is normally a healthy and protective action
Almond Milk – contains vitamin E which is a powerful antioxidant that can reduce inflammation
Apple – lower levels of cholesterol as well as C-reactive protein (CRP), a key marker of inflammation in the blood
Pineapple – contains fiber, potassium, vitamin C; and bromelain, a protein-digesting enzyme known for its anti-inflammatory properties
Yogurt – high in protein and probiotics, that help reduce inflammation; also contains vitamin D for calcium
Chia Seeds – contains a high dose of Omega 3 fatty acids, fiber, and protein making chia seeds an anti-inflammatory food
Chaga – are high in antioxidants so they naturally reduce inflammation, lower blood sugar, reduce blood pressure, and alleviate arthritis; are rich in fiber and essential nutrients, including vitamin D, iron, magnesium, potassium, manganese, and calcium; inflammation
Flaxseed – just 2 tablespoons of flaxseed contains more than 140% daily value of the inflammation-reducing omega-3 fatty acids and more lignans, a cancer-fighting plant chemical, than any other plant food on the planet

ANTI-INFLAMMATORY SMOOTHIE WITH BEETS AND PINEAPPLE

Cha-Cha Anti-inflammatory Smoothie

Ingredients
1 c Almond milk
1 Apple
1 c Beets, chopped
2 rounds of fresh Pineapple
1/2 c Greek Yogurt
1 tsp Chaga Powder
1 tsp Chia Seeds
1 tsp Flaxseed

Instructions
If using a high-powered blender– place all ingredients into your blender and blend until a smooth consistency. If using a regular blender – first steam the chopped beets for 10 minutes, no longer than that or they will lose their beneficial qualities. Then add all the ingredients into your blender and blend until a smooth consistency.

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