Green Smoothie Recipe for Constipation and Bloating

Spinach and Berry Smoothie for Constipation and Bloating

Green Smoothie Recipe for Constipation and Bloating. 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, SORBITOL AND WATER BENEFITS

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 Green Smoothie for Constipation and Bloating recipe, simply grab the ingredients listed below and blend it up today. It was created specifically for constipation issues and has all the necessary ingredients that can help you get things moving along.

INGREDIENT BENEFITS

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
Sweet Potato – are high in fiber content which promotes proper digestion and can also aid in preventing constipation
Apple – are loaded with pectin fiber, which has an amphoteric action that can provide relief from both constipation and diarrhea
Berries – full of fiber which helps relieve constipation
Apricots – great source of dietary fiber including sorbitol which is a natural laxative
Flaxseeds – is a great source of fiber, antioxidants, and omega-3 fatty acids, and both soluble and insoluble fiber
Almond Milk – is an excellent source of proteins and healthy fats; packed with fiber to help ease constipation

Green Smoothie Recipe for Constipation and Bloating
thank you greenthickies for the recipe base

Ingredients
1 Sweet Potato, raw (or steamed for easier blending)
1 Apple, cored
1 c Berries
1 c Spinach, cooked
4 dried Apricots, chopped
1 tbls Flaxseeds
1 cup Almond Milk

Instructions
place all ingredients in a blender and blend until smooth