Antioxidant-rich smoothie bowl

Antioxidants are substances that help to repair and to prevent cell damage. They protect us against radiation and many other diseases. (Herbal Academy, 2020)

Flavonoids are plant pigments that exert antioxidant activities. They are responsible for the blue or purple colors of the berries and many flowers. They can increase vitamin C levels within our cells, protect us against free radical damage. Flavonoids also have a very beneficial effect on collagen. These phytochemicals can be found in abundance in dark berries. (Murray, M. 2005)

Smoothie is a great way to incorporate flavonoid-rich berries into our diets daily.

Antioxidant-rich smoothie bowl

Ingredients:
1 cup frozen blueberries
2 TBS acai powder
1 fresh banana / frozen banana
1 tsp spirulina
1 tsp maca powder
1 cup of fresh greens ( I like to add fennel fronds and mints)
Handful of goji berries (if you have a sweet tooth, add more)
1/2 cup pomegranate kombucha (or more)
Handful of edible flowers on top

Instructions: 

Put all the ingredients into a blender (except the edible flowers)

Blend until smooth 

Pour the smoothie into a bowl 

Add toppings (flowers)

Enjoy!

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