Drinking smoothies for hormone balance is one of the easiest, most effective and frustration-free things that you can do to balance your hormones naturally.
You really don’t need a shelf full of expensive supplements if you know how to plan your meals effectively. Smoothies (and smoothie bowls) are the perfect vessel for earth-grown hormone balancing nutrients.
I’ve included 3 recipes below to get you started…
But, you know me…
I don’t want you to just blindly throw things in a blender, I want you to first understand the benefits, so here are just a handful of the benefits…
8 BENEFITS OF DRINKING SMOOTHIES FOR HORMONE SUPPORT
- They are a Convenient Way To Eat More Fruits and Veggies.91% of us DON’T eat enough fruits and veggies on daily basis!.
Given that whole fruits and veggies are packed with the nutrients we need, it’s no wonder that hormone imbalance conditions are on the rise.
Whether it’s PCOS, fibroids, PMS, hot flashes, adrenal fatigue, hypothyroidism or hyperthyroidism, women are struggling with all sorts of debilitating symptoms these days.
- Great Source of Healthy Fibre
Because smoothies are usually packed with fruits, veggies and nuts, they are a great source of fibre!
When we eat enough fibre, the body is able to reduce cortisol, stabilise insulin, regulate oestrogen levels and increase our metabolism.
- Supports A Healthy Immune System
Your immune system doesn’t just fight off viruses, bacteria and other bad guys.
It also plays a role in regulating hormones!
The immune system is a reflection of our overall health, and that means every system in the body, including the endocrine system, is affected by it.
Whether you are struggling with fertility issues, vaginal dryness, or insomnia, strengthening the immune system is necessary for ultimate recovery!
Smoothies are great for boosting the immune system and healing the gut.
- Restores Healthy Gut Bacteria
As I mentioned above, the immune system plays a role in hormone production and hormone regulation.
It just so happens that about 70% to 80% of our immune system lies in the gut.
This means that overall gut health, and having a healthy balance of gut bacteria, is critical for hormone balance.
And this is where smoothies help a lot!
You see, smoothies contain raw ingredients that are full of prebiotics.
So, when you drink a smoothie, the prebiotics from the fruits and veggies are converted into the probiotics (i.e. the good bacteria) that the body needs.
This allows your gut, immune, and endocrine systems to all be in harmony!
- Reduces Cravings
Does it seem like your food cravings just take over your body and you can’t control them?
Well, that’s because your food cravings are strongly driven by the microbes that live inside of you!
You see, those microbes – specifically, the gut bacteria – crave certain foods.
And you can influence which bacteria call the shots by drinking hormone-balancing smoothies that are full of fruits, veggies and healthy fats.
- Boosts Energy
When you have any kind of hormone imbalance, fatigue and low energy usually show up as symptoms.
That’s because hormone imbalance usually results from toxins and chronic inflammation.
These toxins and inflammation place a lot of stress on the body, which eventually wears you down.
Smoothies are excellent for counteracting this and boosting your energy levels.
- Boosts Weight Loss
Leptin, ghrelin and insulin are some of the hormones that control when we eat, how much we eat and how much fat we store.
However, whenever there is any form of hormone imbalance, these “hunger” hormones are usually off balance too.
So, by simply consuming smoothies for hormone balance we can regulate these hormones and shed excess pounds naturally.
This is a far easier option than relying on willpower or gimmicky diets that don’t produce lasting results!
- Detoxes The Body
We can’t talk about the benefits of drinking smoothies for hormone balance, without mentioning the fact that smoothies are great for detoxification.
Smoothies provide gentle, everyday detoxing because of the fibre, enzymes and antioxidants that they contain.
Whether you use smoothies as a meal replacement or you take them in addition to your meals, you reap the rewards!
Hormone Balancing Smoothies (and Smoothie Bowls)
Cherries, Pineapple and Maca Smoothie Bowl
Serves 2
Ingredients
- 1/3 cup water (for a thicker consistency subtract 1-2 tbsp)
- 2 fresh bananas
- 1 1/4 cup frozen cherries
- 1 cup frozen pineapple
- 1 teaspoon maca powder
How-To Make
- Add the water and bananas into blender and blend on low until well combined…
- Add remaining ingredients and blend until well combined.
- Divide into bowls and enjoy!
Blueberry, Spinach and Almond Energizer Smoothie
Serves 1
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsweetened almond milk
- 1 cup baby spinach
- 1 cup frozen blueberries
- 1 1/2 tbsp almond butter
How To Make
- Add ingredients to a blender and blend on high until smooth.
- Divide into glasses and enjoy!
Avocado and Mango Balancing Smoothie Bowl
Serves 2
Ingredients
- 1/3 – 2/3 cup water (depending on how thick you want the consistency to be)
- 1/2 avocado
- 2 small handfuls of spinach
- 2 fresh bananas (sliced)
- 5 cups frozen mango
How To Make
- Blend the water and avocados first. Then add the spinach and bananas.
- Finally add in the mangos. Blend until smooth.
- Divide into bowls and serve.
**Boost any of the above smoothies with superfoods like Maca, Spirulina, MCT oil. Turmeric, or Ginger
Enjoy!