Detox and Glow Charcoal Smoothie
The Luxury Hippie Ingredients:
1. Activated Charcoal Powder:
- 1/2 teaspoon
2. Base:
- 1 cup coconut water or plant-based milk
3. Fruits:
- 1/2 banana (for creaminess and natural sweetness)
- 1/2 cup pineapple chunks (for digestion and anti-inflammatory properties)
- 1/2 cup mango chunks (rich in vitamins A and C)
4. Vegetables:
- 1/2 cucumber (hydrating and helps with bloating)
- 1 handful of spinach (rich in antioxidants and vitamins)
5. Herbs and Add-ins:
- 1 teaspoon fresh ginger (anti-inflammatory and aids digestion)
- 1 tablespoon fresh mint leaves (soothing and refreshing)
- 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder (anti-inflammatory and antioxidant-rich)
6. Optional Sweetener:
- 1 teaspoon honey or agave syrup
7. Ice:
- 1/2 cup ice cubes
Instructions:
1. Prepare Ingredients:
- Wash and chop the cucumber, spinach, and mint leaves.
- Peel and slice the banana and fresh ginger.
2. Blend:
- Add the coconut water or almond milk to the blender.
- Add the banana, pineapple, mango, cucumber, spinach, ginger, and mint leaves.
- Sprinkle in the activated charcoal powder and turmeric powder.
3. Sweeten (if desired):
- Add honey or agave syrup to taste.
4. Blend Until Smooth:
- Blend all the ingredients until you get a smooth and creamy consistency.
Enjoy:
- Drink immediately to benefit from the fresh ingredients and their detoxifying properties.
Benefits:
Activated Charcoal: Helps remove toxins and impurities from the body.
Coconut Water: Hydrating and full of electrolytes.
Banana, Pineapple, Mango: Provide natural sweetness, vitamins, and minerals for a glowing complexion.
Cucumber and Spinach: Hydrate and provide essential nutrients that reduce bloating.
Ginger and Turmeric: Offer anti-inflammatory benefits and support digestion.
Mint: Refreshing and soothing for the digestive system.
This smoothie is designed to help you debloat, detoxify, and achieve a natural glow with a blend of nutrient-rich fruits, vegetables, and herbs. Enjoy it as part of your morning routine or as a refreshing midday pick-me-up!