Written By Anna Frumkin and Alene Baronian, MS, RDN
You’ve just finished your fave Alkalign class and you are rushing out to whatever is next on your packed agenda. In ten minutes, your stomach will start talking to you or maybe your head or whatever body part that tells you that you need to EAT. WHOOPS! You realize you don’t have anything and that you won’t be able to eat for a couple of hours. At that point, you’ll be starving. Or maybe just really hungry. Regardless, what happens when you’re THAT hungry? You eat everything in the house, your desk, and/or the bottom of your purse.
This is where an Alkalign Blend organic green smoothie comes into play. The blend created for Alkalign Studios was specially formulated to have the right balance of nutrients; protein, carbohydrates and fat. The protein necessary to build muscle and provide satiety, the carbohydrates needed to get the protein (amino acids) into the muscles and the fat to help keep you full and absorb the fat soluble vitamins in the green vegetables. Oh, not to mention great taste. They are an easy grab and go, great as a recovery beverage, meal replacement (depending on your individual needs) or mid morning or afternoon snack to carry you over and prevent you from cleaning out the refrigerator, pantry or cupboard when you get home. Enjoy and let us know what you think!
ALKALIGN BLEND HEALTH BENEFITS
Coconut Water: This beauty elixir is Mother Nature’s sports drink. Coconut water is wonderful at replacing essential electrolytes after an intense workout. This is due to the high content of potassium. Coconut water is also low in sugar, which is important for fitness enthusiasts looking to watch their sugar intake.
Cinnamon: A nutrient powerhouse that is loaded with antioxidants such as polyphenol. It also has potent anti-inflammatory properties, which helps in repairing tissue and fighting infections. Cinnamon may also reduce fasting blood sugar levels, which makes it a wonderful option in regulating an individual’s blood sugar. The antimicrobial and anti antifungal properties found in cinnamon may also help in the prevention infections.
Pineapple: This antioxidant powerhouse is loaded with Vitamin C! Vitamin C is a water-soluble vitamin that helps an individual overcome the common cold as well as flu like symptoms. It also aids in digestion and reducing inflammation due to the enzyme bromelain.
Mint: This soothing herb has been used for thousands of years to aid in stomach indigestion and upset, by helping to relieve cramping and gas.
Spinach: Popeye was right, EAT YOUR SPINACH! Spinach is packed with powerful nutrients such as vitamin A, K, fiber, magnesium, calcium and omega-3!
Sprouted Brown Rice Protein: Sprouted brown rice protein is an excellent source of protein for both vegetarians and carnivores. One serving of protein can contain anywhere from 17-25 grams of protein! Brown rice protein contains vital amino acids, which are the building blocks of proteins that are essential for quick muscle recovery.
ALKALIGN BLEND NUTRTIONAL INFORMATION
Calories : 215
Total Fat: 4g
Total Carbohydrates: 24g
Dietary Fiber: 5.8 g
Sugars: 11.4g
Protein: 18.7g
Potassium: 424mg
Sodium:25mg
Green Glow Love is an organic smoothie delivery company founded by holistic nutritionist Anna Frumkin. GGL smoothies are made with all raw and organic fruits and vegetables. GGL deliver’s organic green & fruit smoothies as meal replacements, or as energetic fuel to aid in pre/post workout recovery. GGL delivers customized organic smoothies to meet your health needs in sustainable glass mason jars to your home, gym or business establishment throughout San Francisco and the Peninsula.
