Sunday 3 August 2014

Cacao Almond Protein Shake - Mother/Baby Nutrition

Feeling low and sluggish?  Here is a guilt-free recipe we came up with for a protein shake that is LOADED with goodness for mums and bubs or anyone else fighting fatigue.  This shake has:
  • 18 grams protein for building baby
  • probiotics beneficial to moms for a healthy digestive system and avoiding UTIs
  • folic acid in the first trimester for avoiding birth defects
  • anti-oxidants aiding placental development, reducing chances of miscarriage AND preeclampsia
  • B vitamins for healthy moods, stress reduction, and elimination
  • Iron for red blood cells so they can deliver oxygen throughout the body
  • Chromium when occurring naturally in the diet stabilizes blood sugar, and aids in avoiding gestational diabetes
  • potassium, magnesium, zinc, and fibre

 

Cacao Almond Protein Shake

1/2 cup plain organic yogurt (make sure it says PROBIOTICS somewhere on the container)
1/2 cup 2% milk
1/2 medium banana
1 TBSP wheat or oat germ
1 TBSP raw cacao nibs
1 TBSP dried goji berries
10 raw almonds
your favourite sweetener, to taste (no honey if you're sharing with your baby under 2 years)


Put all ingredients into a blender and continue to blend until smooth.  Add ice if you want a refreshing treat.  200 calories per serving.

Enjoy!

Makes approximately 2  6 oz. servings

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