Brain-Boosting Smoothie

I had the best time recently, chatting with Dr. Caudle and Dr. Ordon on CBS’s, “The Doctors,” about this smoothie recipe! Bursting with color, flavor, fiber, protein, and plant-based nutrition, this brain-boosting smoothie is a favorite after-school snack and/or quick breakfast for kids. Chia and pumpkin seeds pack in many micronutrients important for brain function, like copper, iron, magnesium, zinc, and plant-based omega-3s.

Pitaya powder (dried dragon fruit!) is the magic ingredient that adds antioxidants and vitamin C, as well as a fun pop of color—but without the use of synthetic dyes or artificial colorants that may be associated with neurobehavioral effects such as inattentiveness and hyperactivity in sensitive children.

This Brain-Boosting Smoothie also works well as a frozen treat! I love using these popsicle molds* that come in playful shapes, sizes, and colors and can help get kids involved in the process—such a fun way to incorporate nutritious foods into the diet AND help kids feel involved and empowered about trying new things.

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Brain-Boosting Smoothie Recipe

Brain-Boosting Smoothie

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Author: Malina Malkani

Prep time: 5 MinTotal time: 5 Min

Bursting with color, flavor, fiber, protein, and plant-based nutrition, this Brain-Boosting Smoothie is a favorite after-school snack and/or quick breakfast for kids. (This recipe may contain affiliate links. Rest assured that I only recommend brands that I know and love! As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.)

Ingredients

• 1 cup full-fat plain yogurt
• ½ cup frozen blueberries
• ½ cup frozen pineapple
• 1 tablespoon chia seeds
• 1 tablespoon pumpkin seeds
• 2 tablespoons pitaya (dried dragon fruit) powder

Instructions

1. Measure all ingredients and pour into the pitcher of a high-speed blender.
2. Blend and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Calories

365

Fat

17

Sat. Fat

6

Carbs

42

Fiber

8

Net carbs

34

Sugar

29

Protein

15

Sodium

135

Cholesterol

32

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Smoothie, blueberries, dragon fruit, pitaya powder

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Thank you to both the CBS show, “The Doctors” and the Domestic Dietitian for featuring this recipe on your show and blog!