Cinnamon Berry Smoothie with Chard and Banana
Ingredients
- 2 cups chard
- 2 cups almond milk
- 2 cups frozen mixed berries
- 1 ripe banana
- 1/2 teaspoon ground ceylon cinnamon
Preparation
Blend chard and almond milk until smooth.
Add remaining ingredients and blend until smooth.
Health benefits
Chard is a nutritional powerhouse, an excellent source of vitamins K, A, and C, as well as a good source of magnesium, potassium, iron, and fiber.
Almond milk is high in energy, proteins, lipids and fiber. It contains vitamins like calcium, iron, magnesium, phosphorus, potassium, sodium, and zinc.
Frozen mixed berries are packed with antioxidants, anthocyanins that may help keep memory sharp, and raspberries contain ellagic acid with anti-cancer properties. Berries are great sources of fiber.
Banana is high in potassium, vitamin C, and fiber.
Ceylon cinnamon can lower blood sugar and cholesterol, eases arthritis.