Dr. Lana's Metabolism Boosting Smoothie
@drlanawellness combines Eastern and Western modalities to guide patients in achieving optimal health – through naturopathic medicine, acupuncture and nutrition. Dr. Lana and her team help to balance hormones, ease digestion, calm the nervous system, support weight loss, and ultimately help others to feel, sleep, look and think better in the process!
We’ve partnered with the Dr. Lana Wellness team to bring you a tasty metabolism boosting smoothie.
BERRY, HIBISCUS, BRAZIL NUT SMOOTHIE
Ingredients
- 1 cup frozen strawberries
- 1/2 cup frozen raspberries
- 4 hibiscus tea cubes
- 1 1/2 cups cashew milk (or coconut milk)
- 1-2 tbsp honey (or maple syrup)
- 2 tbsp hemp seeds3 Brazil nuts
Directions
- Steep 5-6 bags of hibiscus tea and let cool.
- Pour the cooled tea into an ice cube tray and place in the freezer until frozen.
- Add frozen raspberries, strawberries, hibiscus tea ice cubes, cashew milk, honey, hemp seeds and brazil nuts to a blender and blend well.
- Enjoy your metabolism boosting smoothie!
BENEFITS
Strawberries and Raspberries: Rich in antioxidants, particularly vitamin C and flavonoids, which can help combat oxidative stress and inflammation. Additionally, they are high in fiber, which can support digestive health and regulate blood sugar levels, both of which are important for metabolism.
Hibiscus Tea Cubes: Hibiscus tea is known for its antioxidant properties and may help improve liver health and metabolism. It contains compounds such as anthocyanins and polyphenols, which have been studied for their potential metabolic benefits, including reducing cholesterol levels and improving insulin sensitivity. Hibiscus polyphenols are also a key ingredient in Veracity’s Metabolism Ignite Supplement.
Brazil Nuts: Brazil nuts are an excellent source of selenium, a mineral that plays a crucial role in thyroid function and metabolism. Selenium is necessary for the production of thyroid hormones, which regulate metabolism and energy balance in the body.
Our Experts
Dr. Lana Butner
Board-Certified Naturopathic Doctor (ND) and Licensed Acupuncturist (LAc)