THE ANTI - BLOAT SMOOTHIE - Sip & Snack Saturday

Let’s face it. Some of the healthiest foods on the planet can cause some serious bloat. I’m looking at you, broccoli. Sorry lentils, I love you, but you aren’t doing my stomach any favors.

Now, I would never cut those healthy foods out of my diet just because they cause me to get bloated. I just am careful not to eat them before I’m going out on a date night with my hubby, Or avoiding evening meals.

The good news is, just as there are foods that can cause bloating, there are also some foods that can fight the bloat. That's why this Smoothie is stuffed with a whole bunch of anti-bloating foods.

Let’s take a look at what’s inside this smoothie and why it won’t cause you to bloat.

Cucumbers: They are loaded with water, which helps fight bloating.

Banana: Bananas are high in potassium. Potassium helps regulate sodium levels, which prevents water retention. Too much sodium is a big cause of bloating, so that’s why bananas (and other foods high in potassium) help with bloating.

Coconut Water: Like bananas, coconut water is high in potassium.

Ginger: Ginger is a natural anti-inflammatory food as well as a digestive aid. It soothes the digestive system and relaxes the muscles of the digestive tract, which keeps you from getting bloated. You know I love my ginger. Take a look at that huge hunk of fresh ginger in the picture below. I eat one of those per week.

Apple Cider Vinegar: I list this one as optional in the smoothie recipe

because the smoothie absolutely tastes better without it. And I know how all of you are are feeling about Apple Cider Vinegar., Although with Le Kombucha you might start to get used to the vinegary taste... However, Apple Cider Vinegar is a rock star for reducing gas and bloating. So if you are super serious about reducing your bloat, add this to your smoothie.

The taste of this anti-bloating smoothie is fresh. I love the cucumber and ginger together, and the banana sweetens it up just enough. The coconut water flavor is subtle, not overpowering. It’s filled with electrolytes, so it’s a great naturally hydrating beverage choice. If you choose to add the apple cider vinegar it muddles the flavor a bit, but is still good.

May your Week-End be bloat-free, SLIMher Girls!

Makes 1 large or 2 small smoothies Good as a M1 or M2 from SLIMher Nutrition Plan.

Ingredients: 1/2 cup coconut water 1 banana (Can be frozen) 1 large cucumber, sliced 1 inch piece of fresh ginger, peeled and sliced handful of ice

Place all ingredients in a blender and blend until super smooth. Enjoy!

Hardcore Version: Add 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar to the mix.

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