Chocolate and Banana Pumpkin Smoothie

INGREDIENTS

1 frozen banana
1/3 cup of canned 100% pure pumpkin puree
1 cup of unsweetened almond milk (more or less depending on how you like the consistency)
1 scoop of your favorite chocolate protein powder
1 tablespoon of ground flax-seed
Cinnamon to taste
Pumpkin pie spice to taste

DIRECTIONS

All all of your ingredients in a blender and blend until smooth.

NOTES

This smoothie is not only great for the winter time but its so delicious as a breakfast any time of the year!

Facts about flax-seeds: 

• May lower blood pressure.
• Omega 3's reduce inflammation.
• ALA promotes bone health, fiber and lignans help promote digestive health.
• Lignans are thought to have a role in breast cancer prevention.
• Best of all flax-seeds keep you feeling full for hours!

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Creamy Banana Almond Smoothie

INGREDIENTS

1 frozen ripe banana
1 cup of unsweetened vanilla almond milk
1 tablespoon of almond butter (any nut butter will work fine)
1 tablespoon of ground flaxseed

DIRECTIONS

Combine all ingredients in a blender and serve over ice cubes!

BENEFITS

Ground flaxseed
... protects against breast cancer, prostate cancer, and colon cancer
... great source of fiber and omega 3
... prevents plaque from depositing in the arteries
... decreases bad cholesterol levels
... reduces inflammation

Enjoy this treat as a healthy breakfast smoothie, fulfilling
 snack, or even satisfy your sweet tooth!