Very Berry Smoothie for Acne Control
Acne Controlling Smoothie – Berries and Spirulina
Very Berry Smoothie for Acne Control. 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 smoothies 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 – consists of Vitamin A and Vitamin C, which aid in building the healthiest acne resistant skin cells.
DARK RED, BLUE AND PURPLE – consist 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.
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
Banana – contain phenolics with antimicrobials that treat lesions, vitamin A for inflammation
Spinach – high in antioxidants that fight against skin problems, contains Vitamins C, E, and A which are great for your skin.
Strawberries – contain salicylic acid which help reduce hyperpigmentation and dark spots, vitamin C to help skin stay healthy and vibrant
Blueberries – contain significant amounts of zinc and iron, both skin-friendly elements, high in antioxidants which decrease mild to moderate acne
Raspberries – contains antioxidants and ellagic acid to keep the skin healthy and rejuvenated, loaded with vitamin C
Very Berry Smoothie for Acne Control
Ingredients
1 tbls Spirulina
1/2 frozen Banana
1/2 c chopped Spinach leaves
1/4 c frozen Strawberries
1/4 c frozen Blueberries
1/4 c frozen Raspberries
1/2 c Water
Ice
Instructions
Blend all ingredients in blender. Add ice for desired consistency