Cucumber-Spinach Immune Boosting Smoothie

Smoothies are a great way to sneak immune-supportive fruits and veggies into the daily diet. With Covid-19 continuing to be a global challenge, even for those who are triple vaccinated, diet is an excellent way to help boost your immune system. Whether you are trying to escape the monster or recovering from infection, good nutrition and hydration is critical.

Some foods that are effective in boosting the immune system include citrus, spinach, avocado, ginger, basil, black pepper, tumeric, green tea, garlic, broccoli, beans, nuts and seeds.

Please note that foods or supplements alone will not cure or prevent infection. The only way to protect yourself against Covid-19 is vaccination, physical distancing and proper hygiene practice.

Cucumber-Spinach Immune Boosting Smoothie

Ingredients

  • 1 cup baby spinach
  • 1 medium peeled cucumber (cut in pieces)
  • 2 stalks celery (cut in pieces)
  • 1″ peeled fresh ginger root
  • Juice of 1/2 lime
  • 3/4 cup almond milk
  • 3-4 ice cubes
  • 1 tbsp. chia seeds
  • 1/4 tsp. black pepper
  • Pinch of cayenne pepper

Directions

Add all ingredients to a high powered blender and whip until smooth and creamy (1-2 minutes). Drink, enjoy and stay healthy.

Pumpkin Pie Smoothie

I can’t take credit for this recipe. I found it in Dr. Gregor’s “How Not to Die” cookbook. I have been making these all summer long but they are especially tasty this time of year. I hope you enjoy this recipe as much as I have.

Ingredients

  • 1 frozen banana (cut into pieces before freezing)
  • 1/2 cup pure pumpkin puree
  • 1 tbsp. almond butter
  • 3 pitted dates
  • 1/4 tsp. ground turmeric
  • 1 tsp. cinnamon

Directions

Combine all ingredients with 1/2 cup water and blenderize until smooth.