Pineapple Ginger Smoothie

Pineapple and mango are favorite fruits around the world for good reason, and they blend together perfectly in this recipe. The kick of ginger adds a hint of warmth and spice while also providing a myriad of health benefits such as aiding in digestion and assimilation and helping to prevent colds, flu, motion sickness, and vertigo. 

Ginger also contains potent anti-inflammatory compounds called gingerols and is a powerful painkiller which makes it especially beneficial for those who suffer with joint, muscle, and nerve pain. Ginger has incredible immune-boosting and germ fighting abilities and has even been shown to help provide protection and relief from E.coli, Staph infections, and Candida albicans. You can learn more about ginger's health benefits here.

Enjoy this smoothie for breakfast or a snack. It's a crowd pleaser so you might want to make enough to share with your friends and family, or consider serving it up at your next brunch gathering!

Pineapple Ginger Smoothie

Ingredients:

• 2 cups chopped pineapple (fresh or frozen)
• 2 cups chopped mango (fresh or frozen)
• 1 inch piece peeled ginger
• 1 cup water or coconut water 
• 6 ice cubes (only if you use fresh fruit) 

Directions:

1. Place all ingredients except ice in a blender. If you are using frozen fruit, you may need 1.5 to 2 cups of water. Blend until smooth.
2. If you used fresh fruit rather than frozen, add ice and blend again.
3. Sip and enjoy!

This item posted: 09-Apr-2016

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