Calming Melon Smoothie is a delicious, sweet drink ideal for a relaxing day. We all love a relaxing time after a full day’s of work and running around. This naturally soothing and refreshing smoothie also has mint, which settles the stomach and makes it a perfect drink to have after a day of eating foods that are high in processed fats and sugar.
Ingredients Benefits
Melon contains potassium that increases the flow of blood and oxygen to the brain, which induces a calming sensation. It also reduces the presence of stress hormones in the body, that will then reduce symptoms of anxiety. Most melons are quite high in vitamins C and A, which are vital for the immune system and for healthy skin.
Lavender is a great plant that has healing powers for reducing stress. The famous relaxing effects of lavender are real and could even be used medically to treat anxiety, new research suggests. From blooming gardens to aromatherapy oils, people have long claimed that lavender has calming and relaxing benefits. With all its great benefits, pregnant women should be careful when drinking lavender due to its ability to mimic the estrogen hormone. It’s always best to consult your physician before consuming drinks containing lavender when pregnant or breastfeeding.
I am loving this combination already!
Mint
A calming and soothing properties herb that has been used for thousands of years to aid with upset stomach or indigestion. Mint is thought to help increase bile secretion and encourage bile flow, which will speed and ease digestion . Whilst also supporting healthy cholesterol levels.
Coconut water
Has health benefits. It’s an all-natural way to hydrate, cut sodium, and add potassium to diets. Coconut water is a nutritious and relatively low-calorie way to add potassium to your diet and keep us well hydrated.
All these ingredients go well together and spinach ,unlike kale is not bitter but neutral in taste.
- Prep Time5 min
- Cook Time1 min
- Total Time6 min
- Energy76 cal
Ingredients
- ½ cup coconut water
- 1 cup honeydew melon
- 2 cups baby spinach
- 1 teaspoon fresh lavender
- 2 tablespoons fresh mint
- 1 cup ice
Directions
- Add all ingredients to a blender and blend until smooth.
