All posts tagged: chia seeds

Feel Good Green Smoothie

Published by Jacqueline King

This is my favorite green smoothie! It’s the perfect drink any morning, especially if you’re feeling run down. It’s also a great pick me up in the afternoon. You might be afraid to drink something this green, but I promise it’s super delicious, sweet and creamy. Best of all it’s packed with nutrients that make you feel great. The fruit and veggies are filled with vitamins, minerals, fiber and antioxidants. You also get a good dose of healthy fats from the avocado and protein from the nuts. Leafy greens are some of the most nutritious foods on the planet. They are believed to do everything from lower the risk of certain cancers to help prevent signs of aging. It’s pretty much a good deed in a cup, so I guess you can check that off your list today. 😉 I like to sprinkle my smoothies with a little of the superfoods  maca powder and chia seeds before serving for extra nutrients and a little crunch, but it’s completely optional.  Enjoy! xJacq Ingredients: 2 servings 1/4 cup raw almonds, …

All Natural Homemade Sports Drink

Published by Jacqueline King

Most sports drinks are filled with sugar, food coloring and artificial chemicals, but It’s easy to make your own natural replenishing sports drink instead. Coconut water is high in potassium and electrolytes and super hydrating. Citrus is energizing and high in vitamin C. Chia seeds give you a little dose of healthy protein and fat and are high in antioxidants. Sea salt replenishes sodium lost through sweating and ginger is a natural anti-inflammatory. So just say no to drinking anything fluorescent-Your body will thank you! Ingredients: 2 Lemon 1 Orange 1 Lime 1 Tbs Maple Syrup 1 tsp Chia Seeds Water from 2 Coconuts or approximately 12 oz. bottled Coconut Water 1 inch chunk of fresh Ginger, thinly sliced (optional) Sea Salt Squeeze the juice from the citrus and pour into a 1 quart or liter bottle. Add the maple syrup, chia seeds, coconut water, ginger and a big pinch of sea salt then fill the bottle to the top with filtered water. Shake well, hydrate and enjoy!