Consuming a banana and flax seed smoothie is healthy, filling and refreshing. Bananas are high in fiber, potassium, vitamin B6, and high in minerals. They are also low in sodium. As with anything you do with your health, always check with your doctor to find out if it’s best for you and the recommended daily requirements that are specific to you. Bananas also help maintain some health conditions, such as heart disease, high blood pressure, and diabetes, but remember that too many can affect your health, which is why it’s important to check with your doctor.
Flaxseeds provide a good source of Omega-3 fats. They are also high in fiber and protein. Additionally, flaxseeds help keep stool soft to prevent constipation and support healthier bowels.
Milk (in this article I refer to whole milk) provides a high-quality source of protein, calcium, and is high in vitamin D. If you use another milk option, check the nutrition information on the packaging of each one, this it will also provide you with the caloric content. amount too.
A combination of these three things in your shake makes it a healthy and nutritious addition to your diet as a side dish with breakfast, lunch, dinner, or as a snack.
The necessary ingredients are as follows;
2 whole ripe plantains (you can add 1 or 2 more to make it thicker)
1/2 cup whole milk (you can use any milk of your choice; 1-2%, skim, soy, almond, etc. is up to you) You can also add more milk if you want it to be less thick.
2 tbsp. Ground roasted flaxseeds (Don’t use whole flaxseeds because they don’t break down during the digestion process and you won’t get the nutrient benefits) Don’t use the seeds raw because they can cause indigestion, so it’s best to buy them roasted and then grind them in a grinder (usually a coffee grinder will be best).
2 cups of ice cubes
Use a blender for best results.
Instructions;
1. First add the ice to the blender
2. Next, add the peeled plantains, halve and place in blender.
3. Add the ground flax seeds
4. Lastly, add the milk of your choice.
Next, add all the ingredients, blend until smooth, then pour into a drinking container of your choice and enjoy!
This is quick and easy to do. No culinary experience is necessary for a banana flax seed smoothie. I use a coffee grinder to grind the seeds. If you have leftover seeds, place the extra ground seeds in a covered container and place in the refrigerator to keep fresh until next time.