So you’ve decided that supplementing with collagen is right for you, and now you’ve got your Collagen Powder ready to go. But what’s the best way to take your new supplement? You can add it to anything, like your morning coffee or a bowl of soup. However, our favorite way to supplement is by sipping on a delicious collagen smoothie.
Benefits of Collagen Smoothies
A well-balanced smoothie is a fantastic source of fat, protein, and carbs. It's full of nutrients, like essential amino acids, fiber, and antioxidants. Smoothies are also an excellent way to introduce bacteria that we need for optimal gut health. But when you add a collagen supplement, the benefits multiply.
That’s because collagen is the most abundant protein in the body, and it’s responsible for overall health. The vital proteins collagen contributes to our body give us healthier skin, hair, and improved heart health. And since collagen is abundant in our bones, ligaments, and tendons, supplements can help relieve achy joints.
5 Yummy Collagen Smoothie Recipes
To get you started, we’ve compiled some of our favorite gluten-free recipes. Feel free to add or modify ingredients as you wish.
For example, if you’re lactose-intolerant, you can easily make these recipes dairy-free by substituting milk for almond or oat milk. Or if protein smoothies are your thing, you’ll be glad to know that collagen peptides are also a type of protein powder that can help boost your health.
And finally, a quick note on the best time of day to take collagen. There’s a lot of debate about whether morning or night is best. However, the reality is that you can reap the benefits of a collagen smoothie whenever it is most convenient for you.
Now let’s dive into the recipes.
Collagen Boosted Green Smoothie
Our first smoothie recipe involves slightly more prep work than the rest, but trust us—it’s worth it!
INGREDIENTS
- 4-5 stalks of celery
- 1 cup of spinach
- 1 cup of parsley
- 1 cup of roughly chopped mint leaves
- 2 medium-sized cucumbers, cut in lengths and cut to fit juicer
- 1 small Granny Smith apple, cored and cut to fit juicer
- Zest of 1 lemon or lime
- ½ medium frozen banana
- 1-2 tbsps. of Offernova Hydrolized Collagen Powder
INSTRUCTIONS
Start by juicing the celery, spinach, parsley, mint, cucumber, and apple. Then grab your blender and add the juice to it, as well as the lime, banana, and collagen. Blend for about thirty seconds, or until the mixture is evenly combined. Serve chilled.
Enjoy!
Smoothie to Relieve Muscle Cramps
Get your potassium fix and relieve muscle cramps with this tasty smoothie.
INGREDIENTS
- ½ banana
- 1 cup almond milk or skim milk
- ½ cup walnuts
- ¼ teaspoon Cinnamon
- 1 scoop of Offernova Hydrolyzed Collagen Powder
INSTRUCTIONS
Add all the ingredients to your blender. Blend until smooth, and drink up!
Collagen Ginger Smoothie to Activate Circulation
Take advantage of ginger’s circulation-activating properties with this smoothie.
INGREDIENTS
- ½ cup strawberries
- 1 tsp. fresh ginger, diced or grated
- 1 tbsp. flax seeds
- 1½ cups water
- 1 scoop Offernova Hydrolyzed Collagen Powder
INSTRUCTIONS
Combine all ingredients in your blender. Blend until smooth.
Enjoy!
Energy-boosting Smoothie
Just a few ingredients are all you need for an afternoon energy boost.
INGREDIENTS
- 1 cup water
- 1 small banana
- ½ cup of spinach
- ¼ cup of diced mango
- 1 scoop of Offernova Hydrolyzed Collagen Powder
INSTRUCTIONS
Combine these five ingredients in your blender. Mix them until the concoction has a smooth, uniform texture.
Anti-stress Smoothie
Unwind with this basic (but super tasty) smoothie that utilizes minimal ingredients. Though the almonds are optional, we like to include them for a dose of healthy fats. To avoid a sugar crash afterward, make sure only to use plain, greek yogurt.
INGREDIENTS
- ½ cup of natural greek yogurt
- 1 banana
- ½ teaspoon ashwaganda
- 1 handful of almonds (optional)
- 1 scoop Offernova Hydrolyzed collagen powder
INSTRUCTIONS
Gather all the ingredients, and dump them in your high-speed blender. Blend until the mixture is silky smooth. Have it once a day.
Now It’s Your Turn
What’s your favorite healthy smoothie? Let us know in the comments below.
