Pregnancy Vitality Smoothie

Eating nutrients for two is key during pregnancy. This is the foundation upon which the 40 Weeks online program NOURISH: A Week-By-Week Nutrition Guide For A Healthy Pregnancy is built — delivering as many of the essential nutrients as possible via real, whole foods so you and your baby can thrive throughout pregnancy and beyond. Incorporating this superfood smoothie into your weekly meal plan will hydrate you, fill you up with nutrients, and have you feeling vibrant during your pregnancy.

One serve of this delicious coconut water and berry smoothie really packs a nutrient punch. Here’s a breakdown of the essential nutrients each ingredient delivers:

Coconut water — calcium, iron, magnesium, zinc, B vitamins, potassium

Blueberries — vitamin K, manganese, fibre, vitamin C

Raspberries — vitamins C, vitamin K, manganese, fibre

Strawberries — folate, vitamin C, manganese, potassium, fibre

Spinach — vitamin K, vitamin A, folate, magnesium, iron, B vitamins, vitamin E, calcium, potassium, fibre, zinc, protein

Banana — vitamin B6, fibre, potassium, copper

Chia Seeds — fibre, protein, omega-3’s, calcium, zinc, B vitamins

Hemp Seeds — protein, vitamin E, phosphorus, potassium, magnesium, sulfur, calcium, iron, zinc, healthy fats and essential fatty acids

Maca Powder* — over 20 amino acids including 8 essential amino acids, B vitamins, vitamin C, vitamin E, calcium, magnesium, potassium, copper, zinc, manganese, phosphorus, selenium, sulphur, iron, iodine + maca powder has medicinal properties enhancing fertility, energy levels, stamina and hormonal balance

Greens Powder* — includes antioxidants, minerals, vitamins and supports gentle detoxification and elimination. Choose a greens powder that’s suitable during pregnancy and breastfeeding.

Protein Powder* — choose an organic plant protein powder that’s suitable during pregnancy and breastfeeding; we love The Healthy Chef’s Pure Native Whey Protein Isolate which is made from wholefood natural ingredients and is a safe way to assist pregnant and nursing mothers in meeting their nutritional requirements.

Cinnamon — manganese, fibre, calcium + blood sugar lowering properties

*It is recommended you seek individual guidance from your your health care practitioner before consuming maca, greens powder or protein powder during pregnancy or while breastfeeding. We recommend speaking to your or healthcare professional when starting a new health routine.

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Ingredients

1 cup coconut water

½ - 1 frozen banana

1 cup frozen berries

1 tbsp chia seeds

1 tbsp hemp seeds

2 tsp maca powder

1 tbsp protein powder

2 tsp greens powder

1-2 big handfuls of baby spinach

¼ tsp cinnamon

Method

Add all the ingredients to a high speed food processor blender and blend on high until smooth. Sip and enjoy.

*Add a few slices of cucumber or zucchini to up the anti without changing the flavour profile significantly