Strawberry, Banana and Spirulina Smoothie for Acne
Acne Fighting Smoothie with Strawberry, Banana and Spirulina
Strawberry, Banana and Spirulina Smoothie for Acne. 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
Strawberries – contain salicylic acid which help reduce hyperpigmentation and dark spots, vitamin C to help skin stay healthy and vibrant
Banana – contain phenolics with antimicrobials that treat lesions, vitamin A for inflammation
Honey – known to have natural antibacterial and calming qualities which help soothe inflamed acne blemishes.
Greek Yogurt – has natural anti-bacterial, anti-fungal properties, and probiotics that can actually prevent and control acne breakouts
Chia Seeds – Soothes inflammation, contains Omega-2 fatty acid that helps aid the healing process of irritated blemish wounds and protect the outer layer of skin from bacteria
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
Strawberry, Banana and Spirulina Smoothie for Acne
Ingredients
1 ½ c Strawberries
1 Banana
1 tbls Honey
1 c Greek Yogurt
1 tbls Spirulina
¼ c Chia seeds
Ice
Instructions
Place all ingredients into a blender and blend to a smooth consistency. Add ice if desired
