PINA COLADA SMOOTHIE

We have all been there and done that! Every 1^st of January we promise to be a better version of ourselves, be it mind, body or soul. Eating clean has always been my New Year’s resolution ever since I got married and some recipes have helped me keep my sugar cravings and munchies at bay. So, I thought it would be fun to share some of my favorite smoothie recipes with you to enjoy as a meal on the go or an in-between-meals snack, or, as a fix to your sugar craving. This smoothie has almost all the ingredients you will need to make a Pina Colada minus the alcohol (how boring, I know!) I also add banana and chia seeds to make this smoothie a little more substantial and filling. My mantra is: The longer I am full, the less I am enticed to indulge (might I say overindulge) into the unhealthy stuff. I sometimes also add a scoop of vanilla protein powder to give my body that extra oomph it needs, pre or post workout. Before we jump into the ingredients I would like to give you a quick run-down of the health benefits of these ingredients:

Pineapple — Rich in Vitamin C, B-6. Helps improve your immune system, heart health and has anti-inflammatory properties
Chia Seeds — Rich in fiber, protein and Omega-3 fatty acids.
Banana — Rich in potassium, Vitamin C, B-6, aids with digestion, boost immunity and improve heart health.
Almond milk — Low in fats, high in energy, almond milk is rich in proteins and minerals like calcium, iron, magnesium, phosphorus, potassium, sodium, and zinc.
Coconuts oil — Rich in Medium Chain Fatty Acids, this miracle oil is a healthy fat that is easier to digest. Since it can be processed so easily and quickly by the liver, it immediately converts into energy instead of being stored as fat. Also, is has antifungal and inflammatory properties.