Inflammation Fighting Orange Smoothie

Byangela @marathonsandmotivation
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Happy Monday, I hope you had a great weekend! Mine flew right by and I have a busy week ahead with work and my training schedule. I officially got started with my 2019 triathlon season training a few weeks ago. As much as I enjoyed the time off from a set schedule, I am happy to have some structure back into my life. It feels good to follow a plan, workout hard, and wake up with sore muscles from the prior day's exercise. One thing I have added back into that routine to help with the muscle soreness is a favorite post workout drink, which I like to call: The Inflammation Fighting Orange Smoothie. This smoothie is easy to make and so refreshing after a hard workout! The addition of turmeric to the recipe not only adds to the color, but also packs in some fabulous health benefits.

Benefits of Turmeric

Turmeric

Turmeric is a spice often used in savory Indian cuisine. It has many known health benefits, including acting as a powerful anti-inflammatory agent. The reduction in inflammation will help to alleviate muscle pain after exercise. Turmeric has also been touted to be beneficial for a number of other health issues from gastrointestinal illness to arthritis. I love adding it to my smoothies to give them a healthy boost and spice things up!

Inflammation Fighting Orange Smoothie

Inflammation Fighting Orange Smoothie

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Ingredients

  • 1 Cup of Orange Juice
  • ½ Cup of Coconut Milk
  • 1 teaspoon Turmeric
  • 1 Banana
  • 1 Scoop Vanilla Protein Powder
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice
  • 2 Medjool Dates pitted
  • 2 Cups of Ice Cubes more if you like a thicker smoothie

Instructions

  • Place all ingredients in blender and blend until combined.
  • Enjoy!

Do you have a favorite post-workout drink? Have you ever used turmeric? Were you aware of the powerful health benefits of this spice? Will you give the Inflammation Fighting Orange Smoothie recipe a try?

Thank you so much for stopping by! As always, I would love to hear your thoughts in the comments section below! Have a Great Week!

Looking for more great smoothie recipes? Check out this Protein Packed Peanut Butter, Banana and Strawberry Smoothie  or my favorite Sweet and Spice Triple Berry Smoothie Bowl!

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17 Comments

  1. I loveeeee when I incorporate those spices and herbs that aren't all that popular into my diet. I really, truly feel like I am doing something AMAING for my body - like fighting inflammation! ;)
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  2. This looks AMAZING and I am loving all the citrus, sweetness, and, of course, the health benefits! It is perfect for this time of year. I've actually been craving citrus lately...I think my body is telling me something!
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  3. Oooh this sounds good! I love the addition of dates. I usually use regular milk but coconut milk sounds perfect in this smoothie!
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  5. I never make smoothies but a lot of runners swear by them. I used to order them at Starbucks but they no longer make them. Thanks for the share. I have never used turmeric but sounds like a good addition to any smoothie.
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  7. Turmeric is such a power spice! We also love throwing it in smoothies, stir fries and even eggs/savory dishes!
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  9. I have never tried turmeric, but I have been looking into it. The older I get, the more I want to fend off inflammation and disease before it limits my activities. Thanks for sharing the recipe!
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  10. I have been taking turmeric for several years (as a supplement), but have never thought of using it for cooking. I bet it adds a lot of zip!
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  15. I have been taking tumeric supplements along with others to fight inflammation, but this could be a nice treat!
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  16. This looks so delicious! I need to make it for my hubby who is fighting a man cold! We always add a scoop of turmeric to our smoothies! Such a wonderful spice!
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