Blueberry Spinach Smoothie for Constipation Relief

Relief from Constipation with a Blueberry Spinach Smoothie

Strawberry, Blueberry Smoothie for Constipation. Are you one of the 17% of the population suffering from constipation? It’s uncomfortable, you’re experiencing cramps, you feel bloated and gassy. And yes, you can easily take a laxative as a safe remedy. But if constipation occurs regularly and you’re still relying on laxatives, these laxatives can lead to some really bad health issues as they cause electrolyte disturbances, dehydration and mineral deficiencies. And if they’re used long-term, they can do permanent damage to the digestive system.

So knowing this, why not try a daily drink that contains FIBER, SORBITOL AND WATER – all of which can help relieve constipation and can help to get you regular.

FIBER helps with regular bowel function: SOLUABLE FIBER which absorbs water and makes stools softer and INSOLUABLE FIBER which does not absorb water but helps move waste material through the bowels.
SORBITOL – a sugar alcohol that brings water into the large intestine, helps make loose stools making it easier to move through the digestive tract.
WATER – to prevent dehydration and helps to keep food waste soft and moving easily through your digestive system.

And now that you’ve discovered the smoothies and juices highlighted here, simply pick one and blend or juice it up today. They were created specifically for constipation issues and have all the necessary ingredients that can help you get things moving along.

Blueberries – high in fiber, making them a great choice as a mild natural laxative
Raspberries – are a great source of fiber to help relieve constipation
Banana – contain soluable fiber that absorbs water and helps stools stay soft; ripe bananas help relieve constipation
Yogurt – with probiotics that contain live bacteria that’s good for your digestive system and can help relieve constipation.
Spinach – helps add bulk and weight to stools, which makes them easier to pass through the gut; is high in both fiber and magnesium, both of which help the colon flush things through
Coconut Milk – may have a laxative effect; others claim it may increase metabolism and help food pass more quickly through the body
Protein Powder – whey protein powder is best for constipation due to its fiber
Honey – has a mild laxative effect which can help combat constipation and bloating; is also rich in friendly bacteria which act as a probiotic to keep the digestive and immune system healthy

Blueberry Spinach Smoothie for Constipation Relief
thank you alaskafromscratch for the recipe base

Ingredients
2/3 c Greek Yogurt
1 ripe Banana
2/3 c frozen Blueberries
1/2 c frozen Raspberries
1 c Spinach
1/2 c Coconut Milk
2 tsp Protein Powder (optional)
1 tbls Honey or Agave

Instructions
Add all ingredients to your blender and blend until a smooth consistency.