Carrot Pineapple smoothie is a well-known energy booster, antioxidant-rich, anti-inflammatory and loaded with health benefits. It can help to boost your immune system and improve skin, hair, and heart health. The balance of naturally sweet pineapples and carrots combined with spicy ginger makes this drink super refreshing.
Ingredients:
- 2 cups pineapple chunks (can be frozen)
- 2 medium size carrots, peeled and sliced
- 1 one inch piece ginger, peeled and minced
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 cup 100% orange juice
Place all the ingredients in a high-powered blender and blend until smooth. If you like a thinner smoothie add more orange juice. Best served immediately. Enjoy.
Pineapples have very impressive health benefits. They are loaded with nutrients, and contain disease-fighting antioxidants. Pineapples may help boost immunity and suppress inflammation, can aid digestion, reduce risk of cancer and ease symptoms of arthritis.
Carrots are the powerhouse of nutrients and antioxidants. They are great source of fiber, vitamin K, and potassium, which can help with lowering cholesterol levels and maintaining healthy vision. Carrots can also help improve skin and heart health and are good for digestion (in case you want to lose some weight)
Ginger has a long history of use in both traditional and alternative medicine. It has been used to help with digestion, nausea, and pain relief. Ginger may help reduce body weight and the waist-hip ratio. It contains a lot of gingerol, which has anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties. It can also help to boost immunity, improve cardiovascular health, lower cholesterol, and may be effective against certain cancers.
Honey is a great natural sweetener that also functions as an anti-inflammatory, antibacterial and antioxidant agent. A spoonful of honey in the morning will give you an instant kick and energy boost. Taking honey in the evening will not only give you a good night’s sleep but will also help with digestion and relaxation of your mind and body.
Oranges are rich in fibre, Vitamin A, Vitamin C and potassium. They may boost your immunity, improve your skin and vision and can help prevent heart-related diseases.
