This simple breakfast smoothie from Rude Health has the thick creaminess of a shake, the delicious taste of coconut and chocolate, rounded off with a jolt of caffeine. Full recipe at https://rudehealth.com/recipe/mochanana-smoothie/

NOTE: I made a mistake in the video about the number of tablespoons to each shot. To work out the correct measurement
use this link: https://www.google.co.uk/#q=1+shot+to+tablespoons

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3 WAYS TO ENERGIZE YOUR BREAKFAST SMOOTHIE:
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Not too keen on caffeine? No worries. There are other natural ways to give your breakfast smoothie an extra power zing.

BEE POLLEN:
This supplement is rich in vitamins and minerals, enzymes and amino acids. Bee pollen is known for its ability for boosting energy, promoting longevity [1], and an excellent source of protein [2]. When adding to breakfast smoothies, the recommendation is that you use bee pollen granules.

Add one teaspoon and blend with the other ingredients. (Note: bee products are not recommended for people who suffer from asthma.)[3]

GINSENG:
Frequently used to fight fatigue and flagging strength, ginseng is a good way of creating an energy smoothie [4].

Panax ginseng, known for its energizing and adaptogenic properties, has been found to have a positive effect on athletic performance, reaction time and visual/motor coordination [5].

Available in standardized extract form, a suggested amount of ginseng to be added a smoothie is 20-30 drops [6].

GLUTEN FREE OAT BRAN:
While nutritionally similar whole wheat, structurally, oats have their kernels whereas wheat have their kernels removed [7]. Adding oats to your smoothie is an excellent way of boosting its protein and fibre content. Moreover, oats are a good source of zinc, vitamins and iron too [8].

The fibre in oat bran is the soluble kind, which has been found to lower cholesterol [9].

Sub the espresso in the above recipe with 2 tablespoonfuls of gluten free oat bran.

TRY THIS SIMPLE BREAKFAST SMOOTHIE RECIPE FOR AN ENERGY BOOST:

- 1 banana
- 3/4 cup of low-fat or dairy free yogurt
- 1/4 cup low-fat milk or dairy free milk
- 1/2 cup of blueberries
- 3/4 cup of strawberries
- 1/4 cup cranberry juice
- 2 Tbsp cup gluten free oats or oat bran

Blend for 30-45 seconds or until smooth – makes two 16 oz. smoothies.

BRANDS USED IN THIS VIDEO:
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Green & Black’s organic fairtrade cocoa powder @

https://www.greenandblacks.co.uk/

Rude Health Coconut Drink Unsweetened @

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Starbucks Doubleshot Esspresso

Alpro plain with coconut @

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REFERENCES:
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1-3. Better Nutrition Apr 2000