Blueberry Smoothie
1.
Pour coconut milk into an ice tray, freeze into ice cubes, and refrigerate the remaining coconut milk for later use
2.
Wash fresh blueberries and choose high-quality dried blueberries (I chose dried blueberries from Baishan in August)
3.
Add dried blueberries and blueberries to the food processor, add two teaspoons of purified water, and beat into juice
4.
Put the coconut milk ice cubes into the food processor,
5.
Add sugar, refrigerated coconut milk, and blend into a smoothie with a food processor
6.
Put it in a cup, drizzle with blueberry sauce, and garnish with fresh blueberries and mint leaves
Tips:
Do not eat during diarrhea; some ingredients in blueberry juice can cause protein coagulation, so it should not be eaten with milk and other dairy products.
Blueberry effect
1. The study of protecting eyesight found that eating blueberries can reduce the risk of age-related macular degeneration by 38%.
2. Prevention and treatment of constipation One cup of fresh blueberries contains about 4 grams of dietary fiber, which accounts for 14% of the daily intake of dietary fiber. Water-soluble dietary fiber in blueberries can promote intestinal peristalsis and prevent constipation.
3. Immunity enhancement studies have found that blueberries contain far more antioxidants than other fresh vegetables and fruits. Antioxidants can neutralize free radicals in the body and strengthen the immune system.
4. Reduce belly fat. The polyphenols contained in blueberries can decompose belly fat and help control weight. In addition, blueberries are low in calories and will not cause weight gain.
5. Improve brain power. Dried blueberries as a snack can improve brain vitality. A new study found that the flavonoids rich in blueberries can alleviate senile memory decline.
6. Good for heart health Blueberries contain ingredients that can help blood vessels dilate, thereby reducing the risk of blood clots and heart disease. Studies have found that eating more than 5 servings of blueberries per week can reduce the risk of heart disease.
7. Lower blood sugar. Eating blueberries in diabetic patients can help regulate blood sugar levels. Eating 5 servings of low-glycemic index fruits such as blueberries a week for two months can significantly improve blood sugar regulation.
8. Strong bones Blueberries are rich in trace element manganese, which plays a key role in bone development. Studies have found that children who like to eat blueberries have higher bone density than children who do not eat blueberries.
9. Prevent cancer. The anthocyanins in blueberries can curb the growth of tumor cells. You can achieve anti-cancer effects by eating half a cup a day.
10. Prevent cystitis