The green colour of this shake comes from spirulina or chlorella, types of algae which are very nutritious. They are high in antioxidants which help reduce oxidative damage to cells within the body. With today’s increasingly stressful and toxic environment, antioxidants play a key role in cellular repair. Spirulina is also high in protein and is a complete source of all essential amino acids, making it beneficial for those who follow a vegan diet.

Ingredients

• ½ an avocado, peeled and pitted
• 1½ cups unsweetened nondairy beverage (coconut, almond, or cashew milk)
• 1 tbsp. coconut oil or butter
• 1 to 1½ tsp. (to taste) unsweetened nut or seed butter
• 1 to 1½ tsp. collagen or vegan protein powder
• 1 to 1½ tsp. (to taste) lemon juice
• 1 tsp. sunflower lecithin powder
• 1 tsp. certified organic spirulina or chlorella
• 1 tsp. pure vanilla or peppermint extract
• ¼ tsp. pure monk fruit extract (or ⅛ tsp. liquid stevia)
• ⅛ tsp. ground ginger
• A pinch of ground turmeric
• A pinch of unrefined pink salt

Optional Boosters (use 1 to 3)

• 1 to 2 tbsp. pumpkin seed protein powder
• 1 tsp. inositol powder
• ½ a banana

Instructions

Place all ingredients, and any boosters, in a high-speed blender and blend until smooth.

Serves 2.

Julie Daniluk, RHN

Julie Daniluk is a highly sought-after anti-inflammatory expert, speaker, and award-winning author of four bestselling books. Her passion is to speak in venues where she blends her skills and experience in fun and positive ways to provide breakthrough results with her audiences.

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