Good For Your Gut Berry Smoothie

Did you know your gut health affects your entire body? We're talking everything from weight, to heart health, immune system, blood sugar balance, mood, and even disease risk. Gut health is central to your overall health and well-being. And what you feed your gut matters. A clean eating approach can fuel your gut and keep it healthy which is why we came up with this great gut friendly smoothie recipe!

Here are a few benefits of the included ingredients:

Ruvi Clean: filled with fruits and vegetables that aide in cleansing plus healthy digestion

Berries: Rich in fiber and prebiotics helping to aide a healthy digestive track

Avocado: Researchers have found that people who eat avocado every day as part of a meal have a greater abundance of gut microbes that break down fiber and produce metabolites that support gut health

Flax Seeds: With high fiber and omega-3 content, flax has long been used to relieve constipation and improve cardiac and digestive health

Chia Seeds: Act as a prebiotic which helps your stomach produce good bacteria that keep your digestive system working properly

Dairy Free Yogurt: Includes probiotics -- aka gut healthy bacteria

INGREDIENTS

1 1/2 cup dairy free milk (oat milk or almond milk recommended!)

1 cup frozen mixed berries

1/2 cup dairy free vanilla yogurt

1/2 avocado

1/2 cup ice

1 Tbsp. ground flax seeds

1 Tbsp. chia seeds

Optional: Add in 1 packet Ruvi Clean to give your gut even more love!

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Add all ingredients to a blender and blend well for 60-90 seconds or until smooth.
2. Enjoy!

Yields: 30 ounces, 2-3 servings

Recipe by Ruvi Team Chef, Madison Banks