Cinnamon Sweet Potato Smoothie to Boost Your Immunity

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Sweet Potato – loaded with the antioxidant beta-carotene which promotes eye health and may help boost immunity when converted to Vitamin A; also contains both soluble and insoluble fiber which helps to lower risk of colon cancer and constipation
Banana – are soft, nutritious fruits that are easy to swallow and gentle on your throat. They also contain Vitamin C to help your body fight infections, along with B6 and Magnesium
Greek Yogurt – packed with vitamins and protein; a great source of lactobacillus, a probiotic that may help give your immune system a boost and inhibit the growth of harmful gut bacteria
Coconut Milk – has antiviral, antibacterial, and anti-inflammatory properties which help soothe the pain and irritation of a sore throat; also contains a variety of minerals including manganese, copper, selenium, phosphorus, potassium, iron, and B12
MCT Oil – contains medium-chain fatty acids (MCFAs) that act as natural antibiotics, which means they boost your immune system and fight off harmful bacteria, viruses, fungi, and protozoa; also contain antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and thermogenic properties
Reishi Powder – king of Traditional Chinese Medicine; loaded with antibacterial and anti-viral properties, which is perfect for battling the common cold and flu
Clove – are full of antioxidants which help your body to fight free radicals; they can boost your immune system and protect you against infections and cases of flu; are an excellent source of manganese, vitamin k, vitamin c, calcium, and magnesium which can help promote your health and immunity
Cinnamon – is packed with potent antibacterial, antiviral, analgesic, and anti-inflammatory properties
Nutmeg – contains strong antibacterial properties that help boost the immune system; along with trace minerals such as potassium, iron, calcium and manganese, which help give your immune system a kick and add extra protection for your body
Flaxseed – has components which includes antioxidant, antiviral, antibacterial, antifungal, anti-inflammatory and anti-atherosclerosis properties; are high in several vitamins and minerals including Manganese, Magnesium, Phosphorus, Copper, and Vitamin B1 (thiamine)

Ingredients
1 c Sweet Potato, diced, cooked, and cooled or 1 c Canned Sweet Potato
1 Banana, frozen
½ c Greek Yogurt
½ c Coconut Milk
1 tbsp MCT Oil
1 tbls Reishi Powder
½ tsp ground Clove
½ tsp Cinnamon
¼ tsp Nutmeg
1 tbsp Flaxseed
Ice – optional

STAY WELL and check back as I’ll definitely be making more 🙂   And if you’re in the market for additional immune boosting smoothies – click this SMOOTHIES AND JUICE LINK and scroll thru the many smoothies I’ve made over the past year.  And if you’re looking to help with certain ailments, you can FILTER & SEARCH HERE