Recovery smoothie

That icky hangover feeling is usually caused by dehydration, poor sleep, nutrient loss and inflammation. To recover, you need to rehydrate and replenish the nutrients you lost from drinking alcohol. Thankfully, this delicious recovery smoothie has got you covered!

Ingredients

·        1 kiwi fruit

·        ¼ pineapple (cut a half in half)

·        Thumb-size knob of Ginger

·        1 tbsp Flaxseeds

·        200ml Coconut water

·        ¼ avocado

·        Fresh mint to taste

Optional extras:

·       1 scoop of magnesium + B vitamin powder

·       1 serve protein powder

Method

Add all ingredients into a high power blender and combine.

Enjoy over ice or just as it is : )

Ingredients in the spotlight:

Pineapple: contains bromelain to help support digestion and vitamin C to aid detoxification

Coconut Water: hydrating and rich in electrolytes.

Flaxseeds: rich in antioxidants important for lowering oxidative stress in the body

Avocado: rich in potassium which can help replenish depleted stores from a heavy night of drinking

Ginger: helps with hangover symptoms, especially nausea and vomiting. You can use it fresh or powdered ginger.

Mint: to help with nausea