Smoothies are kind of amazing They are a quick and easy way to fill our tummy, get a bunch of nutrients at once, and, of course, they taste incredibly good .
Unfortunately, most of the smoothies that we find in stores, cafés, and recipe books are loaded up with fruit, juice, milk, and other ingredients that aren’t exactly keto-friendly. Yes, they do look and taste amazing but they also affect your blood sugar levels and can result in fatigue, trouble concentrating, headache increased hunger, etc. Diet high in fructose and excess sugar has a negative impact on our mind, body, and soul: it makes us weak, irritated , and unfocused, causes food cravings, disrupts hormone function, saps our brain energy, and raise triglycerides – leading to leptin resistance, insulin resistance, diabetes, and weight gain. Meanwhile, Vitanja’s keto smoothies are creamy, sweet and crunchy, and contain absolutely no processed sugar, and that – and here is the best part – teach your body to easily burn fat for fuel! They are packed with heart-healthy polyunsaturated and monounsaturated fats from whole, healthy foods, contain raw nut butter, coconut oil, chia and hemp seeds, and other fat-filled yummies. But what about the carbs and sugar? Don't worry, they're also low carb, and most of the carbs, they do pack from the fiber. Apart from helping you stay satiated longer and aiding indigestion, and even boosting your heart health, fiber can also help keto dieters meet their macro goals. Here's why: While one should cap his/her daily carb intake at 50 grams on a keto diet, you still need to get between 20 and 30 of those grams from fiber. So, yeah, fiber works to your advantage.
Ready to start sipping?
A few things before we get started: Some " upgraded smoothie " tips
§ For a firmer, icier texture of your smoothie - add a couple of frozen zucchini slices. § When choosing nut milks - look for NO added sugar, thickeners, gums, salt, or flavours. § Make your own nut milk - it is easier than you might think. Soak your favourite nuts over night in water (8- 12h). Ground soaked nuts (without the water) into a paste. Blend the paste with fresh water Use a cheese cloth to separate the liquid from the nut solids or pulp. Add the freshly made nut milk and the nutty paste in your smoothies and... enjoy! § Remember: most of the calories, fat, fibre, protein, vitamins, and minerals are left in the nut solids and pulp.
Sip, enjoy and get your body, mind, and soul vitalized!
INSTRUCTIONS Mix everything in a blender, pour into a glass. Drink and feel the difference!
*CACAO: contains 40x times the antioxidants of blueberries, is one of the highest plant-based sources of iron, and contains more calcium than cow's milk.
KETO BREAKFAST SHAKE
INGREDIENTS
350 ml unsweetened nut milk
2 tbsp almond butter
2 tbsp golden flax meal
1 tsp cinnamon*
1/2 tsp xylitol
1/2 tsp fresh vanilla bean A pinch of salt Ice cubes
NUTRITION SECRETS
Total calories 895 Fat 71.5g Carbs 21.3g Fiber 9.6g
*CINNAMON: may lower blood sugar, help clear acne, and promote younger looking skin
PURPOSE: GET VITANIZED!
NUTRITION SECRETS
Total calories 382 Fat 43.6g
VITANIZED COFFEE
INGREDIENTS
250 ml coffee
1 tbsp grass-fed or ghee butter
15 ml brain octane oil
1/2 tsp fresh vanilla* bean For vegan option:
1 tbsp coconut oil or cacao butter
INSTRUCTIONS
Brew your coffee. Add brain octane oil. Add butter or ghee. and blend it, baby! Coffee with healthy fats helps reduce cravings and hunger, increase focus and performance, lose weight and build muscle. Sip and enjoy!
*VANILLA: has antibacterial, anti-inflammatory, and antidepressant benefits
NUTRITION SECRETS
Total calories 530 Fat 43.8g Carbs 31.5g Fiber 17.1g Protein 7.7g
SWEETEST SIN SMOOTHIE
INGREDIENTS
350 ml nut milk A handful of mixed berries
1 tbsp coconut butter or cacao butter
1 tbsp cashew butter
2 tbsp chia seeds
1/2 tsp Ceylon cinnamon
1 tsp maca* powder A pinch of salt Plant-based sweetener of your choice and Coconut topping [optional]
PURPOSE: GO SWEET BUT DON’T CHEAT
INSTRUCTIONS
Coconut and berries make a great combination for a sweet and nutritious treat. Simply mix all ingredients in a blender and enjoy without any feeling of guilt.
These 120 smoothie recipes will kick-start your weight loss with daily doses of delicious, medically potent superfood smoothies. Each of these smoothie recipes is a satisfying blend of whole foods that are rich in nutrients that help you shed body fat. Powerhouse ingredients–such as
Green Punch Smoothie,
Lean Green Machine,
Peanut Butter Banana Shake, and
Green Citrus Smoothie
will boost your metabolism, increase fat-fighting enzymes and even curb your appetite. And with names like
Mango Lassi,
Gr-Apple Kale Smoothie,
Green Tea-tox,
Herbal Tea Smoothie,
Orange Cream Smoothie,
you’ll be sipping your way to increased muscle and reduced fat while your taste buds–and waistline–rejoice.
The smoothies in this eBook have a good amount of water as well as fiber that will help your body shed toxins throughout the day. Additionally, many smoothies contain substances that suppress appetite, so you will feel full without ‘loading up.’
Note*These are smoothies specially formulated for weight loss, not your regular smoothie. Do not drink a regular smoothie on the keto diet!!