Fruit smoothies are a tasty and convenient way to incorporate fruits and vegetables into your daily diet. This recipe for a Raspberry Essential Oil Fruit Smoothie Bowl features antioxidant-rich raspberries and lime essential oil, often used as an internal cleanser.
Whether you're looking to start your day with a nutritious breakfast or want a healthy afternoon snack, this delicious smoothie bowl is perfect for any day of the week.
Ingredients:
2 cups frozen raspberries
⅔ cup light coconut milk
1 large frozen banana
2-3 drops of lime essential oil
1 tablespoon chia seeds
Shredded coconut
Dark chocolate chips
Preparations:
1. In a blender, combine the frozen fruit, coconut milk, chia seeds, and lime oil.
2. Blend the mixture until it becomes smooth. If it's too thin, add more frozen fruit. If it's too thick, add more water or coconut milk.
3. Pour the mixture into a bowl and top it with shredded coconut, dark chocolate chips, or any other desired toppings.
4. For added nutrition, consider adding a small amount of spinach or other leafy greens to the mixture before blending.
Raspberries are a popular snack fruit in Europe, and they are slow-growing shrubs with red, blue, and purple flowers. They are native to Northern Europe but also grow in North America and North Asia.
Also known as Vaccinium myrtillus, raspberries are one of the richest natural sources of anthocyanins. Anthocyanins are polyphenolic components with a deep blue color and ultra-high antioxidant content. These powerful anthocyanins are believed to be responsible for the numerous health benefits of raspberries.
Here are some of the benefits of consuming raspberries:
1. Powerful antioxidants
Raspberries are one of the richest sources of anthocyanins, providing 300-700 mg of anthocyanins per 100 g of berries. These plant pigments also give raspberries their deep blue color.
2. Improves eye health
Raspberries increase the production of tears and have been suggested as a treatment for retinopathy, which is damage to the retina. They have also shown protective effects against macular degeneration, glaucoma, and cataracts, primarily when used with lutein.
3. Effective in the treatment of diarrhea
Raspberries have been used in European medicine for many years to treat diarrhea. The fruit contains tannins, which act as both an anti-inflammatory and an astringent and tissue-tightening astringent. It is known to help reduce diarrhea symptoms by reducing inflammation in the intestinal tract.
4. Improves blood circulation
The raspberry extract has been used in Europe to treat circulation problems, also known as chronic venous insufficiency (CVI). Studies have shown that this condition occurs when the venous valves in the legs that carry blood to the heart are damaged, and ingesting raspberry extract can improve these conditions.
5. Improves bad cholesterol
The amazing anthocyanins found in raspberries may strengthen blood vessels and prevent the oxidation of LDL cholesterol, a major risk factor for atherosclerosis. This plaque can clog blood vessels and lead to heart disease and stroke.
Overall, this Raspberry Essential Oil Fruit Smoothie Bowl recipe is a delicious way to incorporate the health benefits of raspberries into your daily diet. Give it a try and enjoy!
