Creamy Coconut Blueberry Banana Protein Smoothie

Drinking coconut water from a freshly picked coconut while on vacation in the Caribbean is one

of my fondest memories.

Fast-forward to New York City…

Sadly, there are no coconut palm trees in this city,  but I was delighted to have some healthy and

delicious freshly-blended coconut meat and water from the young coconut I bought at my local

natural food store–so that was the inspiration for my morning smoothie.

Like many of us, smoothies have become my go-to source for quick and easy nutrition.

I scour the kitchen to see what’s available and create a creamy, nutritious energy booster

in minutes.

I had some fresh, juicy organic blueberries on hand so plop they went into my Vita-Mix along

with the blended coconut meat and water.

Next, I added some organic peanut butter, a banana and an orange–then fortified my liquid meal

with a large scoop of RAW Protein Powder.

I switched on the Vita-Mix and let it do it’s magic, and within two minutes this nutritious, creamy,

blue-ish delight was ready to drink.

What’s So Great About Coconut?

Coconuts are very nutritious, rich in fiber, and packed with essential vitamins and minerals.

The water in the young coconut is one of the richest sources of electrolytes.

Electrolytes are responsible for keeping the body properly hydrated so our muscles and nerves

can function properly that’s fitness experts recommend that we  drink the water from a young

coconut after an intense workout rather than many of the popular commercial sports drinks.

Key Health Benefits of Coconuts

*Helps protect the body from cancers due to insulin reduction

*Aids removal of free radicals that cause premature aging and degenerative disease

*Reduces risk of heart health and improves good cholesterol (HDL)

*Supports immune system health: it is anti-viral, anti-bacterial, anti-fungal, and anti-parasite

*Provides a natural source of quick energy and enhances physical and athletic performance

*Restores and supports thyroid function

*Helps protect against kidney disease and bladder infection

*Helps keep hair and skin healthy and youthful looking,

*Helps to prevent wrinkles, sagging skin, age spots, and provides sun protection

*Improves digestion and absorption of nutrients, vitamins, and minerals

*Improves insulin secretion and symptoms associated with diabetes

*Promotes weight loss

This yummy coconut smoothie recipe  is a great way to reap the benefits!

Coconut Blueberry Banana Protein Smoothie

Makes 2 servings

Ingredients

Coconut meat and water from one fresh young coconut

1 cup organic blueberries

1 orange

1 banana

1 tablespoon organic peanut butter

1 scoop Protein Powder of your choice

Directions

Add all of the ingredients to your high speed blender and blend until smooth.

Pour your smoothie into a glass or mason jar and enjoy.

Refrigerate extra smoothie in a sealed mason jar for later.

For best results, drink the balance on the same day.

Do you enjoy coconuts too?

Have you used fresh coconut meat and water in your smoothies?

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