Recipes of Pure Joy
Mind & Mood Smoothie:
Focus, Calm and Immune System Strength
Our Mind & Mood smoothie recipe will help you relax and focus, leaving you with a smile and a completed to-do list.
Here's the simple and nutritious smoothie recipe for you:
Ingredients:
One carrot, peeled and chopped
1-inch piece of fresh ginger, peeled
One teaspoon of Mind & Mood Powder
1 cup oat milk
1/2 cup Greek yogurt
1/2 teaspoon turmeric
One tablespoon honey
1 scoop vegan protein powder
Instructions:
Place the chopped carrot, ginger, oat milk, Greek yoghurt, turmeric, honey, vegan protein powder and Mind & Mood Powder in a blender.
Blend until smooth and creamy.
Taste and adjust sweetness if necessary by adding more honey.
Pour into a glass and enjoy your nutrient-packed smoothie!
Bioactive Ingredients:
The bioactive ingredients, vitamins and minerals in this smoothie mode of action on the mind and body and the benefits are:
Carrots: Beta-carotene, antioxidants
Ginger: Gingerol, anti-inflammatory compounds
Reishi: Beta-glucans, triterpenes, immune-modulating compounds
Lions Mane: Hericenones, erinacines, brain-boosting compounds
Oat Milk: Dietary fibre, vitamins (B12, D), minerals (calcium, iron)
Greek Yoghurt: Protein, probiotics, calcium
Turmeric: Curcumin has anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties
Honey: Antioxidants, natural sweeteners
Vegan Protein Powder: Plant-based protein source
Vitamins and Minerals:
Vitamins A, C, and K (from carrot)
B-vitamins (from Greek yoghurt and oat milk)
Iron, calcium, and magnesium (from Greek yoghurt and oat milk)
Zinc, copper, selenium (from Reishi and Lions Mane)
Turmeric adds additional antioxidants
Mode of Action on Mind and Body:
Carrot and Ginger: Provides antioxidants that may support overall health.
Reishi and Lions Mane: Potential neuroprotective effects, promoting cognitive function.
Oat Milk and Greek Yogurt: Rich in nutrients supporting bone health, muscle function, and digestion.
Turmeric: Anti-inflammatory properties may benefit overall well-being.
Honey: Natural energy boost with antioxidants.
Benefits:
Immune Support: Reishi and honey may support immune function.
Cognitive Boost: Lions Mane and omega-3 fatty acids (if present in the vegan protein powder) for brain health.
Digestive Health: Probiotics from Greek yoghurt and dietary fibre from oat milk.
Anti-Inflammatory: Turmeric and ginger can contribute to reducing inflammation.
Nutrient-rich: Provides a variety of essential vitamins and minerals.
Feel free to tailor the recipe to your preferences and dietary needs.
