A Morning After Pick-Me-Up: Liver Support Smoothie
The holidays are a time of joy, celebration, and, let’s be honest, sometimes a little overindulgence. Between holiday feasts and festive cocktails, it’s easy to push your body to its limits. After a night of bliss, give your liver the support it needs to recover with this nutrient-rich morning-after liver support smoothie.
What you will need:
- 1 cup unsweetened almond milk (or your favorite non-dairy milk)
- ½ frozen banana
- ½ cup frozen pineapple chunks
- ½ cup cucumber, peeled and diced
- 2 teaspoons maple syrup or sweetener of your choice (optional)
- 1 tsp BareOrganics Milk Thistle Powder
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
- ½ tsp BareOrganics Turmeric Powder (optional)
- A handful of ice cubes
Because these ingredients work miracles
Every ingredient in this smoothie is carefully chosen to help your body recover after a night of indulgence, especially supporting the liver:
BareOrganics Milk Thistle Powder
Known for its active compound, silymarin, milk thistle helps protect liver cells and promotes detoxification. It’s a natural way to give your liver some TLC after it’s been working overtime to process alcohol.
Lemon Juice
Rich in vitamin C, lemon juice is a natural detoxifier that can help stimulate liver function. It also aids digestion, helping you process food and drink more efficiently.
Frozen pineapple pieces
Pineapple contains bromelain, an enzyme that aids digestion and reduces inflammation. Its natural sweetness makes this smoothie a real delight even without the addition of refined sugar.
Cucumber
Cucumber is hydrating and rich in antioxidants, helping to eliminate toxins and rehydrate after a dehydrating night.
Freshly grated ginger
Ginger is a powerful anti-inflammatory that calms the stomach and helps the liver break down alcohol byproducts.
Turmeric powder (optional)
With its active ingredient curcumin, turmeric is a powerful anti-inflammatory that helps reduce oxidative stress on the liver.
Banana
Bananas are rich in potassium, which can help restore electrolyte balance after dehydration caused by alcohol.
Unsweetened almond milk
A gentle, dairy-free base that won’t upset sensitive stomachs. Adds creaminess without adding heaviness.
Maple syrup (optional)
A touch of natural sweetness to balance the spicy and earthy flavors, without spiking your blood sugar like processed sugars might.
A new morning ritual
This smoothie isn’t just a post-party recovery tool; it’s a nutritious way to start each day. Its vibrant flavors and liver-supporting properties make it a go-to for keeping your body balanced and energetic, especially during the busy holiday season.
So, whip up this Morning After Liver-Support Smoothie and toast to a healthier, happier you, no matter how late last night was!
Morning-after smoothie for liver support
Portions: 1
Calories: 207kcal
Nutrition Facts
Morning-after smoothie for liver support
Quantity per serving
Calories 207
Calories from fat 27
% daily value*
Fat 3 g5%
Saturated fat 0.1 g1%
Polyunsaturated fats 2g
Monounsaturated fats 2g
Sodium 330 mg14%
Potassium 493 mg14%
Carbohydrates 44 g15%
4g fiber16%
Sugar 34g38%
Protein 3 g6%
Vitamin A 145 IU3%
Vitamin C 20 mg24%
Soccer 347 mg35%
Iron 1 mg6%
*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
Disclaimer: All nutritional data on Gluten Free & More is intended as a guide only and may vary depending on product brands used or ingredient substitutions. Some errors may occur, so please confirm recipe ingredients and nutritional suitability for your diet.
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