By Sue Bedford (MSc Nutritional Therapist)
Start your day off in a great way to help support health and fertility with this balanced, ‘Nutritious and Delicious’ Manganese Rich, Antioxidant Smoothie.
Pineapple – a favourite fruit when it comes to fertility and a good source of many important nutrients including manganese. Pineapples contain the anti-inflammatory enzyme Bromelain important for conditions such as Endometriosis. Bromelain also has an anticoagulant effect – so great for blood flow.
Spinach – provides a good amount of manganese, magnesium along with folate, vitamin c, vitamin A and iron.
Kiwi Fruit – maybe small but they pack a great nutritional punch! Kiwi Fruit contains one of the highest vitamin C content of any fruit. Vitamin C is a powerful antioxidant. Antioxidants play a key role in keeping our bodies energized, cleansed and invigorated. From vitamin C and E to folate, kiwifruit has it all — and then some! They also contain a good amount of fibre too.Â
Milk (of your choice) – A great source of protein, calcium and other nutrients- important for balancing sugar levels, growth and repair of cells, enzymes and hormones…..the list goes on!
These ingredients combined pack a great nutritional punch which not only helps to hydrate our cells but is also a good source of manganese and provides antioxidant benefits too.
How to make your Smoothie:
Ingredients: (makes 1 smoothie)
- 3 kiwi fruit (peeled and chopped)Â
- 8oz Pineapple chunks
- Handful of baby spinach- washed
- 150ml Milk of your choice
- 3-4 mint leaves (optional)
Combine all ingredients together in a blender – pour over ice. Enjoy!
