This is a refreshing, replenishing smoothie perfect for after a run or work out. It tastes delicious and tropical.
Kale is a super green food abundant with vitamin K, perfect
to fuel the body after exercise.
Fresh pineapple is low in calories. It is a packed full of
several unique health promoting compounds, minerals and vitamins that are
essential for optimum health.
100 grams of pineapple provides about 50 calories equivalent
to the energy provided from apples.
Pineapple fruit contains a proteolytic enzyme called
bromelain that digests food by breaking down protein. Bromelain also has
anti-inflammatory, anti-clotting and anti-cancer properties.
Fresh pineapple is an excellent source of anti-oxidants and
vitamin C. 100 grams contain 80% of vitamin C, which is required for the
collagen synthesis in the body.
Collagen is the main structural protein in the
body required for maintaining the integrity of blood vessels, skin, organs and
bones. Regular consumption of foods rich in vitamin C helps the body to boost
immunity.
It also contains small amounts of Vitamin A and
beta-carotene levels. These compounds are known to have antioxidant properties.
Vitamin A is also required to maintain healthy mucus membranes, healthy skin
and is essential for vision.
In addition, pineapple is rich in B-complex group of
vitamins like folates, thiamin, pyridoxine, riboflavin and minerals like
copper, manganese and potassium.
Potassium is an important component of cell
and body fluids, helps controlling heart rate and blood pressure. Copper is a
helpful cofactor for red blood cell synthesis. Manganese is a co-factor for the
enzyme superoxide dismutase, which is a very powerful free radical scavenger.
INGREDIENTS:
(serves two)
(serves two)
1/2 Pineapple
2x Banana
60g Kale
2x tsp Chia seeds
50ml Water
100ml Coconut water
METHOD: Chop the
pineapple into squares, add to a blender with the chopped banana. Add the
liquids then the chia seeds. Top with the kale and blend on pulse or high until
thoroughly smooth.
Enjoy!
UltraLuke
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