Apple, Almond and Banana Smoothie for Clear Skin
Clear Skin Smoothie Recipe – Apple, Almond and Banana
Apple, Almond and Banana Smoothie for Clear Skin. Smoothies are one of the easiest and quickest ways to deliver nutrients, vitamins, and anti-oxidants to the body, which are essential in preventing the growth of acne causing bacteria. Consume an acne fighting smoothie once or twice a day, and you’ll build healthy and very resistant skin cells that won’t allow acne to form.
Note the ingredients and the color of your juices as it’s all relevant to revving up your immune system and creating an environment that prevents bacteria from growing.
GREEN – consist of phyto-nutrients, micro-nutrients and vitamins, which will enhance red blood cells to deliver a consistent flow of nutrition to your skin surface.
ORANGE – will consist of Vitamin A and Vitamin C, which aid in building the healthiest acne resistant skin cells.
DARK RED, BLUE AND PURPLE – full of antioxidants and micro-nutrients which helps your immune system prevent bacteria from getting into your skin. Mix all 3 colors and you’ll get a super nutritious brown smoothie.
INGREDIENT BENEFITS
Apple – contains fiber which can help control blood sugar, and provide bioflavonoids, which combine with vitamin C for an antibacterial effect
Almond Butter – rich in vitamin-E which nourishes and softens the skin, great source of magnesium, copper, vitamin B2, phosphorous, monounsaturated fat, protein and fiber – all of which are essential for healthy skin and heart health
Banana – contain phenolics with antimicrobials that treat lesions, vitamin A for inflammation
Flaxseed – contains antioxidants, Vitamins, very rich in Omega 3, 6 & 9 that help the skin
Greek Yogurt – has natural anti-bacterial, anti-fungal properties, and probiotics that can actually prevent and control acne breakouts
Spirulina – facilitates faster cell turnover that helps skin heal faster, wards off free radicals and eliminates toxins from the skin to increase skin metabolism, and prevents candida overgrowth that can cause acne breakouts
Apple, Almond and Banana Smoothie for Clear Skin
Ingredients
1 tbls Flaxseed
2 tbls Almond butter
1 small Banana
1/2 c Apple juice, best if freshly juiced
1/2 c Greek Yogurt
1 tsp Spirulina
Ice Cubes
Instructions
If possible, juice 1 apple to make 1/2 cup of apple juice. Then add the remaining ingredients to the blender and blend until smooth. Add ice for your desired smoothie consistency
