This Anti-Inflammatory Tart Cherry Smoothie is refreshing and packed full of antioxidants. This is great to make after a workout, as cherries are excellent for muscle recovery.
Tart cherries are one of nature’s superfoods. Not only do they have the perfect tart and sweet flavor, but they are loaded with important nutrients.
Provide cancer protection
Tart cherries are loaded with three disease-fighting chemicals that may be beneficial for preventing cell transformation, which often leads to cancer. These powerful chemicals are perillyl alcohol, limonene and ellagic acid.
Help fight heart disease
Tart cherries contain one of the most powerful antioxidants, known as Quercetin. Quercetin prevents oxidative damage caused by free radicals as well as lowering blood pressure.
Support muscle recovery
This fruit has the ability to prevent exercise-induced muscle damage, especially when it comes to inflammation. It can also speed up recovery time, which increases athletic performance.
Natural sleep aid
Cherries are a natural source of melatonin, which is a hormone that regulates your sleep cycle.
Try this smoothie as a post-workout snack to reap its benefits.
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Anti-Inflammatory Tart Cherry Smoothie
Ingredients
- 1 cup Almond Milk
- ½ cup Frozen Dark Cherries
- ½ cup Frozen Zucchini
- ¼ Avocado
- 1 scoop Vanilla Plant-Based Protein Powder
- 1 Tbs Chia Seeds
- 1 tbs Maca Powder
Instructions
- In a high-speed blender, add all ingredients and blend until smooth
- Top with shredded coconut, almond butter, cherries, etc.
