Recently, I did a seven day smoothie reset. It was long overdo and after seven babies, 20 years of being a chef, educator and entrepreneur, my poor gut needed a break! There are so many resources out there, the most important thing is make it FUN, FRESH AND FABULOUS! Let’s be honest, it you aren’t super excited about starting something new, then you aren’t likely to continue. Here are seven reasons why doing a seven day or LONGER smoothie reset is just a fantastic idea.

1. It’s super convenient.

Making a healthy smoothie for breakfast is a no-brainer. Beginning your day with wholesome nutritious fruits and vegetables is the optimal way to kick-start your nutrition and give your brain the boost it needs for success. Plus, it gives your body a nice reset when it comes to getting a FRESH START or JUMPING ON THE Speed Train of a good REINVENTION WITH INTENTION challenge.

Since I’m always on the go, protein smoothies can be especially handy when going from place to place or returning from a trip before I’ve had the chance to shop for groceries. By keeping my freezer stocked with frozen greens and berries, along with having a supply of essential pantry items such as good protein powder, collagen, vital greens, nutrient dense seeds (flax, chia or hemp) I never have to worry about being without a nutrient-dense breakfast. Healthy smoothies can really save the day and maybe even your life!

2. It’s packed with vitamins and minerals.

Shockingly, only 12% of U.S. adults eat the recommended 1 ½-2 cups of fruit per day, while just 9% meet the federal requirement for 2-3 cups of daily vegetables, according to the CDC. And those are minimum requirements! What if you could get most or all of your fruits and veggies for the entire day in your first meal? You can easily do so with a protein smoothie, especially when you add an organic greens powder to boost your healthy smoothie’s veggie content. 

By starting your day with a protein smoothie, you ensure you are on track with your daily nutrition requirements. In fact, many people report finding it easier to make healthy choices throughout the day if they have a smoothie for breakfast. Plus, even if you have to make compromises later in the day, you’ll have a solid foundation to ensure you’re still getting essential vitamins and minerals for the day if you begin with a delicious, healthy smoothie.

3. Its nutrients are bioavailable and easy to absorb.

Nutrients in protein smoothies are significantly more bioavailable for your body to use because they are already partially broken down, making them easier to absorb. This is especially important for those dealing with leaky gut, and who have difficulty digesting food and absorbing nutrients. A healthy smoothie seems even more nutritious when you consider how much easier it is for your body to get all the good stuff where it needs to go! 

This is a huge benefit to beginning your day with a healthy smoothie that isn’t often talked about. While a breakfast containing quality, whole foods is always a good idea, choosing a breakfast with the most bioavailable nutrients is obviously a win. 

4. It keeps your blood sugar stable.

A nutritionally balanced protein smoothie will provide you with filling protein and healthy fats to keep you feeling full throughout the morning and prevent blood sugar spikes. I always choose to add berries to my protein smoothie because they are so low in sugar. I also include full-fat coconut milk, and of course, Paleo Protein, to my healthy smoothies to help me stay full until my next meal.

For a creamy consistency try frozen avocado instead of a banana. Avocados are an excellent low-carb addition to your smoothie, full of monounsaturated fats for reducing inflammation, as well as fiber to help further stabilize blood glucose levels. Mixing a healthy source of fat into your smoothie is the perfect way to ensure that you avoid the mid-morning stomach rumbling.

5. It’s an autoimmune-friendly energy boost.

If you’re following diets, you could be missing your morning cup of coffee. Fortunately, green protein smoothies are a terrific replacement for your caffeine habit that may cause inflammation and provide you with sustained energy without the dreaded “caffeine crash” in the afternoon. Green, healthy smoothies contain protein, fat, and complex carbohydrates, plus B vitamins, which are essential for helping our body turn those nutrients into usable energy.  A healthy smoothie is a perfect way to begin a busy day since you will undoubtedly need all the energy you can get to tackle your busy schedule.

6. It helps repair a leaky gut.

Healthy smoothies that contain either collagen or a clean-sourced protein powder free of inflammatory ingredients are ideal for healing leaky gut. That’s because your intestinal wall is made up of microscopic folds, or “villi,” built from collagen. The amino acids in collagen quite literally “seal the leaks” or perforations in your digestive tract by repairing damaged cells and building new tissue. The addition of collagen can also help support your digestion to relieve a number of gastrointestinal disorders, such as IBS, by assisting with water absorption in the intestines.

Adding Protein powder to your healthy smoothies ensures that your body is getting the essential amino acids it needs. Do your research when it comes to protein powers. I recommend clean, organic options.

7. It’s endlessly customizable.

One of the best perks of a healthy smoothie is that it is endlessly customizable based on your personal tastes or what you happen to have in your freezer, pantry and fridge! All you need is a base (water or non-dairy milk), a source of protein, healthy fats (coconut oil or avocado), some greens, and maybe some fruit for a bit of sweetness. 

Looking for inspiration for new healthy smoothie combinations? My seven day smoothie reset can help kickstart your perfect healthy smoothie. There’s so many option for those who want to increase fruits and veggies in their healthy smoothies.

Now that you know the ins and outs of making a super healthy smoothie that’s also tasty, you can look forward to beginning every morning with a filling breakfast option that puts you on the path toward your optimal health. I paired the two smoothies a day with a sensible high protein plant forward evening meal and felt like a new CREATURE after one week.

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