Smoothies are very refreshing and we often like to drink smoothies during our breakfast or meals. Smoothies made from various types of fruits, vegetables, milk or curd are considered very healthy. Especially, it is many times more healthy and tasty than the packaged fruit juices available in the market.
Not only this, if you make a smoothie keeping your health condition in mind, it gives you additional benefits. For example, if you have the problem of PCOS, then you can easily control it by changing your diet. So, today in this article, RituPuri, Dietitian of ESIC Hospital, Central Government Hospital, is telling you which smoothies you can make and drink to control PCOS-
Green Smoothie
Many nutrients like iron, folate, healthy fats, and omega-3 fatty acids are found in green smoothies and hence this smoothie can be consumed in case of PCOS problems.
- necessary ingredients
- 1 cup spinach
- 1/2 cup blueberries
- 1/2 avocado
- 1 tablespoon chia seeds
- 1 tablespoon flax seeds
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1 cup unsweetened almond milk
Method of making a smoothie-
- To make this smoothie, put all the ingredients in a blender jar and mix everything until smooth.
- You can increase or decrease the amount of milk keeping in mind the consistency of the smoothie.
Berry Blast Smoothie
Berry Blast smoothies are not only tasty to drink but are also helpful in controlling PCOS.
Necessary Ingredients
- 1 cup mixed berries (such as strawberries, raspberries and blackberries)
- 1/2 banana
- 1 tbsp almond butter
- 1 cup unsweetened coconut milk
- 1 teaspoon honey or agave syrup (optional for sweetness)
Method of making a smoothie-
- To make a smoothie, first put all the ingredients in a blender jar.
- Now blend it well.
- You drink this smoothie.
Tropical Delight Smoothie
This smoothie contains Vitamin C, protein, healthy fats and high fibre, which can prove to be very beneficial for you in PCOS.
Necessary ingredients-
- 1/2 cup pineapple pieces
- 1/2 cup mango pieces
- 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1 tablespoon coconut oil
- 1 cup unsweetened almond milk
- Method of making a smoothie-
- To make this smoothie, put all the ingredients in a blender jar.
- Now mix it until it blends well.
- Finally, pour it into glasses and drink.
Chocolate Protein Smoothie
Everyone likes the chocolate taste of this smoothie. This smoothie can be drunk in case of PCOS problems.
Necessary Ingredients-
- 1 scoop plant-based protein powder (such as pea or hemp protein)
- 1 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 tbsp almond butter or peanut butter
- 1/2 banana
- 1 cup unsweetened oat milk
- Pieces of ice
Method of making a smoothie-
- To make this smoothie, mix oat milk along with all the other ingredients in a blender jar.
- Now blend it well. When it becomes completely smooth, pour it into a glass and drink.
All these smoothies are considered very good for PCOS. But you cannot control PCOS just by drinking smoothies. For this, it is equally important for you to have a balanced diet along with a healthy and active lifestyle.
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