My Go-To Hormone Balancing Smoothie!
Okay, so you know you SHOULD eat healthy.
Eat your greens
Drink 8 glasses of water
And maybe you start each day with INCREDIBLE intentions.
To avoid the crap, and fuel your body with the good stuff.
But then 4pm rolls around…
You’re exhausted & hungry
And you find yourself staring into the pantry looking for the quickest snack you can get your hands on.
So you grab some chocolate followed by cheese and crackers and possibly a glass of wine…
Sound familiar?
Most women I work with know that what they’re doing day to day isn’t working.
But it is also SO hard to change habits.
Especially when your to-do list is a foot long & you’re trying to balance work, family, seeing friends, AND squeeze in some time for yourself!
Sure, you can cut out whole food groups for a few weeks to starve yourself into losing a few pounds.
But the minute you go back to your old ways is when all of those pounds (and likely more!) will come right back.
Not only were you likely miserable while depriving yourself, BUT you’ve also cranked the dial on your hormone imbalances as a result of not fueling your body in the way that it needs.
And when our hormones are out of whack?
That puts the breaks on the ‘ole metabolism. Good luck losing that spare tire!
The benefits of the quick fix NEVER measure up to the negatives.
And the more we do this the more metabolic damage it causes making it harder and harder each time.
It’s time to get off of the roller-coaster.
It’s time to prioritize you.
Your health.
Your wellbeing.
My 6-Week Online Hormone Reset Program kicks off October 8th and I’d love to have you join!
I’m here to answer your questions and work with YOU to develop a plan to balance your hormones so you can completely crush the self-sabotaging behavior patterns that have taken you off track in the past.
You won’t be doing it alone.
You will have unlimited access to my support, knowledge and guidance.
If you want to take a deeper look, book a FREE 45-minute breakthrough call so you can get all the details and make the decision if my program is the right fit for you.
xx, Sara
My Go-To Hormone Balancing Smoothie!
I designed this smoothie recipe to include nutrients that are specifically good for your hormones, so in addition to sharing the recipe, I’ll also be breaking down each ingredient and how it’s beneficial to your body.
1 1/2 cups wild Maine blueberries
1 cup frozen cauliflower rice
1 serving Plant-Based Collagen or Plant-Based Protein Powder
1 tbs. almond butter
1/4 avocado
2 tbsp. flaxseed
1/4 tsp cinnamon
1-2 cups unsweetened almond milk
Place ingredients into your high-speed blender. If smoothie is too thick to your liking, add in additional almond milk by 1/4 cup at a time.
#1 – Blueberries (Vitamin C)
Blueberries are a great source of Vitamin C, which is essential for the health of your adrenal glands. In fact, the highest concentration of Vitamin C in the body is found in the adrenals.
The reason for this is because Vitamin C is used in the production of adrenal hormones, specifically cortisol (the stress hormone), so if you’re constantly stressed, it uses up your Vitamin C reserves in your adrenals really fast.
#2 – Cauliflower
Cruciferous vegetables, like cauliflower, contain a sulfur compound (DIM) that can help to promote healthy levels of estrogen in the body. Cauliflower also adds a creamy boost with the added benefits of the vitamin C, potassium, and fiber. Plus, unlike a frozen banana, most people’s usual go-to smoothie addition, cauliflower adds heft to your smoothie without adding much sugar. (Is there anything this veg can’t do?)
#3 – Almond Butter
I add almond butter to nearly all of my smoothies because I love the texture and flavor it gives! Make sure it’s unsweetened almond butter with no added oils or sugars. One thing you’ll notice about this hormone balancing smoothie recipe is that it’s loaded with healthy fats. Healthy fats are not only necessary for supporting overall hormone production and health, but the fats & fiber together will help to keep you fuller longer, control your appetite, and help to maintain steady blood sugar levels.
#4 – Ground Flax Seeds
Flax Seeds are a true superfood. They contain omega-3 fatty acids, which help reduce overall inflammation and promote brain health.They also contain lignan’s, which are chemical compounds that function as phytoestrogens in the body. They can help to promote overall estrogen balance. In fact, some studies have shown that the phytoestrogens in flax seeds may play an important role in decreasing the risk of breast cancer. Flax Seeds also contain lots of fiber, which can help to keep you regular. And, they have anti-inflammatory properties.
*Always use ground flax seeds as they are much easier for your body to digest and absorb the nutrients compared to whole flax seeds. You can buy them already pre-ground at the store or ground them yourself with a coffee grinder.
#5– Avocado
Not only does the avocado give this hormone balancing smoothie an extra creamy texture, but they’re also chock full of vitamins and minerals. And, the healthy fats in avocados not only help to keep you full, but they’re essential in the production of certain hormones. The healthy fats also help your body absorb the fat-soluble vitamins, including Vitamins A, D, E, & K, which can ultimately promote overall hormone balance.
#6 – Cinnamon
Studies show that cinnamon can help to control blood sugar levels, which ultimately can help to control appetite. Personally, I like to add cinnamon to this hormone balancing smoothie for the added flavor.
#7 – Plant-Based Collagen/Protein Powder
This ingredients is optional; however, I personally like to add 1 scoop of plant-based collagen to this smoothie because it contains essential amino acids as well as 14 grams of protein to keep your blood sugar balanced as well as to provide satiety.
