Back to Smoothie Basics

By Jenn Pike | March 1, 2017

Creating a balanced smoothie is one of the simplest things you can do. Once you have the smoothie basics down-pat, all you have to do is chuck everything in a blender and press start. It doesn’t get simpler than that!

​​​​​​​I create a lot of smoothies in The Simplicity Kitchen, but sometimes the ingredients I choose have some of my clients feeling overwhelmed. So this Wednesday, I’m cutting the B.S when it comes to smoothies and I’m showing you a simple recipe you can throw together to create a balanced smoothie in no time flat. 

When Should You Drink a Smoothie?

I love to have smoothies for breakfast or lunch, simply because they are a quick and easy way to incorporate all the nutrients my body needs. Getting in a balance of the following nutrients are going to help you to balance your moods, blood sugar levels, cut down sugar cravings, and reduce your PMS and over all inflammation.

I feel like my hormones are out of control…

Hormone balance is THE NUMBER ONE reason that women come to me as a client. They are seeking to eliminate their symptoms and finally begin to understand their body once and for all. So I created a program specifically for women who are trying to understand this intricate balance, because I know I can help women like you get exactly what you’re after – energy, focus, balance, simplicity and a healthy, vibrant body. 

Learn more about The Hormone Project by clicking here

Smoothies help you to incorporate everything your body needs to have healthy and balanced hormones.

  • Leafy Greens
  • Protein
  • Healthy Fat 
  • Fiber
  • Hydration
If you want to create a harmony inside your body, and finally figure out how to balance your hormones and reduce your symptoms, a smoothie like this is a great place to start.
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Basic Simplicity Smoothie

  • 1 cup of almond milk
  • 3/4 cup of filtered water
  • 2-3 handfuls of leafy greens
  • 1/2 cup of frozen strawberries
  • 2-3 tbsp ground flax seeds (or hemp, sunflower, chia seeds)
  • 1 scoop of plant-based protein powder (I love Genuine Health)
  • 1 tbsp of nut butter (almond, cashew, or sunflower)
  1. Add your liquids first. 
  2. Chuck all of your ingredients into your blender
  3. Blend on low-medium for about 60 seconds. Pour into a glass or mason jar.
  4. Stick a straw in it and drink up!
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