Strawberry Smoothie

Easy to make and delicious as well, Dr. Oz Hormone Balancing Double Strawberry Smoothie Recipe is one of the ways Dr. Oz recommends beginning your day. Rather than consuming a carb heavy, fat laden breakfast, keep it light with this summery blend of fruit. The Dr. Oz Hormone Balancing Double Strawberry Smoothie Recipe is best made with a powerful blender like the Vitamix or a Blentec blender because of how well it liquifies it’s ingredients.

Strawberry Smoothie Health Benefits

The purpose of this recipe is to regulate hormones. Strawberries have been shown to be rich in potassium and antioxidants that regulate blood pressure, and play an important role in hormonal balance. Strawberries are also an excellent source of folate, a nutrient needed by expecting mothers to prevent birth defects in their fetus. One cup of strawberries provides 30 mcg. If you are using this beverage as a source of folate for a fetus, exclude the flax seed from the recipe, as flax has been shown to be harmful for fetus’ and nursing infants.

Dr oz Strawberry Smoothie Recipe

In his book YOU: The Owner’s Manual, Dr. Oz describes this smoothie recipe as a low carb recipe to regulate blood pressure and hormonal functions. Dr. Oz Hormone Balancing Double Strawberry Smoothie Recipe a simple fruit blend that tastes fantastic, is low calorie, and high in potassium. The Dr. Oz Hormone Balancing Strawberry Smoothie Recipe can be consumed after a workout for an extra boost of muscle repairing protein, or as a delicious way to start your day. Blend up these antioxidant rich fruits quickly and easily in a Vitamix or Blendtec blender.

Hormone Balancing Dr. Oz Double Strawberry Smoothie Recipe

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RECIPE INGREDIENTS

1. 1 1/2 cups hulled, halved strawberries
2. 1/2 cup fat-free or light soy milk
3. 1 scoop soy protein
4. 1 tablespoon flax seed
5. 1 cup frozen mango
6. 1 splash vanilla extract

RECIPE INSTRUCTIONS

1. Prep your ingredients
2. Put all ingredients into your blender jar.
3. Blendtec Blender: Place the ingredients into the jar starting with liquids and softer fruits, then add your harder ingredients, seeds, and leafy greens on the top, add the ICE last. Using your Blendtec press the smoothie button and let it run, if you want to manually make it then start on speed 1 or speed 3 until all the ingredients catch, then increase to higher speeds for a smooth consistency
4. Vitamix Blender: Place the ingredients into the jar starting with liquids and softer fruits, then add your harder ingredients, seeds, and leafy greens on the top, add the ICE last. Properly place the ingredients will make it easier for the blender to suck down and blend everything. If you have a newer Vitamix-blender then use the automatic smoothie setting! If you have an older Vitamix or want to blend manually then start on speed 1/low and slowly increase to speed 10/high. Use the Tamper if needed. Blend until smooth.
5. Regular Blender: Place the ingredients into the jar starting with liquids and softer fruits, then add your harder ingredients, seeds, and leafy greens on the top. You can even choose to blend in segments to make sure to get a good consistency. For example, blend your greens vegetables, then blend your fruits, and then mix in your ice, this will allow the blender to blend everything easier. Start on slow speeds and let the blender work those ingredients in and then increase to a higher speed for a smooth consistency.

Summery strawberry flavor paired with a healthy dose of protein. The Dr. Oz Hormone Balancing Double Strawberry Smoothie Recipe is an easy way to satiate a sugar craving in a healthy way. The fruit is sweet, but the sugars contained in the Dr. Oz Hormone Balancing Double Strawberry Smoothie Recipe are natural and unrefined. Paired with plenty of protein, you will stay full after drinking this delicious strawberry treat. The Dr. Oz Hormone Balancing Double Strawberry Smoothie Recipe can be made best in the super fast Vitamix or Blendtec blenders.

• Recipe by: Dr. Oz
• Recipe Type:Smoothie
• Servings: 2

Special Equipment:

Blendtec blender, Vitamix Blender, Blender Bottle, Cutting board, Knife, Measuring cup, Measuring spoon, Large Glass, To Go Container

The strawberry is a widely grown hybrid species of the genus Fragaria. Strawberries contain powerful amounts of Vitamin C as well as a good amount of manganese. Strawberries, like all berries, contain valuable phytonutrition that has been shown to help ward off cancer and cardiovascular disease, regulate blood sugar, and provide anti-inflammatory support.

Soy Milk is a plant milk produced by soaking dried soybeans and grinding them in water. Soy is an excellent source of complete protein for vegans and vegetarians. Soy is one of the only plant-based sources of complete protein available. Additionally, soy naturally contains isoflavones, which can lower bad (LDL) cholesterol. There is some evidence that populations who eat high amounts of soy experience lower rates of breast cancer. Soy is also rich in B Vitamins and Manganese.

Soy protein is protein isolated from the soy plant. Soy is an excellent source of complete protein for vegans and vegetarians. Soy is one of the only plant-based sources of complete protein available. Additionally, soy naturally contains isoflavones, which can lower bad (LDL) cholesterol. There is some evidence that populations who eat high amounts of soy experience lower rates of breast cancer. Soy is also rich in B Vitamins and Manganese.

Flax seeds are a member of the genus Linum in the family Linaceae. Flax is rich in Omega-3 essential fatty acids, “good” fats that have been shown to have heart-healthy effects. Flax also contains more lignans than almost any other plant, which have both plant estrogen and antioxidant qualities. Flax contains both soluble fiber and insoluble fiber. Flax seeds are an essential source of omega-3 fatty acids for vegetarians and vegans.

The mango is a juicy stone fruit belonging to the genus Mangifera. Mango fruit is an excellent source of Vitamin-A and flavonoids like beta-carotene, alpha-carotene,and beta-cryptoxanthin. Together; these compounds have antioxidant properties and are essential for vision. Vitamin A is also required for maintaining healthy mucus membranes and skin.

Vanilla is a flavor derived from orchids of the genus Vanilla. It contains compounds unique to vanilla – vanillic acid and vanillin which have strong anti-oxidant and anti-inflammatory properties. Traditional cultures have long used it to stimulate the brain and senses.