Spring is a great time to get into shape and smoothies are a great way to do that! This mixed berry smoothie is full of antioxidants and health benefits that will help you feel energetic and alive! If looking and feeling better can happen with just 5 minutes of your time in the morning then why not start tomorrow? Check out all the benefits that this smoothie packs!
Are mixed berry smoothies good for you?
Strawberries
Strawberries are great because they are low in sugar and high in benefits! Some of those benefits are:
- They have powerful antioxidants.
- High in vitamin C.
- Great for the immune system.
- Protect against cancer.
- Reduces inflammation.
- Anti-aging.
- Helps to protect the heart.
- Fights against constipation.
Blueberries
Blueberries and wild blueberries are super healthy! Check out some of the benefits.
- A super source of antioxidants.
- Great for the immune system.
- Boosts brain health.
- Helps to reduce signs of aging.
- Fights stress and anxiety.
- They may help with memory loss.
- Anti-cancer benefits.
- Anti-inflammatory properties.
- Packed with vitamin C.
- Full of fiber.
- Great source of manganese which is great for bone development.
Raspberries
Raspberries are full of vitamins and minerals and pack a big healthy punch!
- High in polyphenolic compounds that fight cancer.
- Has strong antioxidants.
- The anti-inflammatory properties in raspberries can help fight against pain associated with inflammatory conditions like arthritis.
- Helps to prevent yeast infections and irritable bowel syndrome.
- Full of fiber.
- Keeps bones strong with vitamin K.
Coconut milk
It’s not just the berries that make this drink healthy. If you can skip out on the cow’s milk and add coconut milk to this smoothie you will get lots of added benefits!
- Improves heart health with heart-healthy fats.
- Great for weight loss.
- Improves digestion.
- Fights inflammation.
- Rich in magnesium which most people are deficient in.
- Strengthens the immune system.
- Rich in electrolytes and can prevent fatigue.
- Helps to relieve constipation.
What are antioxidants good for?
All the berries in this smoothie are full of antioxidants. But what are antioxidants good for and why do we need them? Here’s a quick breakdown.
We all have antioxidants and free radicals inside of our bodies. Yes, our body makes some antioxidants, but we must get some from the foods that we eat too to fight the free radicals.
We need antioxidants to reduce the effects of free radicals, in other words, they stop delay the damage to our cells and tissues.
what are free radicals? Free radicals can accumulate in the body due to oxidative stress caused by things like our diet and lifestyle. We want to combat these free radicals because they can cause cell damage which can lead to chronic disease.
Here are some things antioxidants can do for us!
- They can help you live longer.
- They help us to detox.
- Slow down the aging process not just on the outside but inside too!
- They reduce the risk of cancer.
- Less risk of problems with the eyes.
- Longer life span.
- Supports dextoification.
- Helps with youthful skin.
This mixed berry smoothie is made without banana
If you aren’t a smoothie fan you can make your smoothie without banana! I prefer a smoothie with no banana. I sweetened this smoothie with a little bit of maple syrup, but you can also use honey. If you are a banana fan you can use half of a banana in this recipe!
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Mixed Berry Smoothie
Ingredients
- 2 cups coconut milk or other plant-based milk
- 1 cup ice
- 1 cup raspberries fresh or frozen
- 1 cup strawberries fresh or frozen
- 1 cup blueberries fresh or frozen
- 3 tablespoon maple syrup or sweeten to taste
Instructions
- In a blender add all ingredients. ( I used a Ninja blender. I'll link below)
- Blend and divide into cups.
- Top with fresh berries, mint, or even whipped cream.
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