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Start Your Morning With This Collagen Matcha Smoothie

August 21, 2020 Tamar Samuels, MS, RDN
Start Your Morning With This Collagen Matcha Smoothie

This green collagen matcha smoothie is jam packed with nutrients! Collagen is a great source of protein and has a ton of health benefits. The protein may help heal leaky gut, prevent wrinkles, protect joints and much, much more!

Key takeaways
  • Collagen aids in healing leaky gut and preventing wrinkles while providing essential protein for overall health.
  • Spinach contributes key vitamins and phytonutrients, supporting neural tube development and offering anti-inflammatory properties.
  • Matcha powder is rich in antioxidants, promoting liver health, heart health, and assisting with weight loss.
  • A balanced breakfast of protein, carbs, and fats can lead to more mindful meal choices throughout the day.
  • Consult healthcare providers before starting collagen supplements, especially with existing health concerns or allergies.

The spinach in this green collagen smoothie is a great source of vitamin K, vitamin A, manganese and folate. Folate is a particularly important nutrient for expecting mamas and women planning on getting pregnant in the near future. The vitamin is critical for the development of the neural tube. Additionally, spinach is loaded with phytonutrients and flavonoids that have anti-inflammatory effects.

Matcha powder is chock-full of antioxidants that help protect the liver, promote heart health, and even aid in weight loss. This superfood green smoothie is sure to boost your energy and is a great coffee replacement in the morning.

We’re huge fans of starting your day off with a green smoothie. Making a healthy choice first thing sets you up for more mindful meals later on in the day. Plus, enjoying a breakfast that serves up a healthy balance of protein (collagen), carbs (pineapple, banana), and fat (coconut milk) is a great way to keep yourself satiated and satisfied until lunchtime.

Collagen Supplements

This recipe requires the use of a collagen supplement (Vital Proteins Collagen Peptides) to be added to your collagen matcha smoothie. Collagen powder is convenient, versatile, and often tasteless on its own, making it the most common and easiest way to start introducing collagen into your daily routine. Collagen peptides are hydrolyzed collagen, for better absorption. Besides Vital Proteins, other popular brands are Orgain Collagen Peptides and Ancient Nutrition Multi-Collagen Protein.

Apart from smoothies, collagen powder can also be mixed into coffee, tea, or even water. Don’t forget to consult your healthcare provider or registered dietitian before starting any supplementation, especially if you have any allergies, food sensitivities, or other health issues.

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Green Collagen Matcha Smoothie

A delicious and refreshing smoothie chock full of protein, complex carbs and healthy fats. The perfect start to your day!
Servings: 1

Ingredients
  

  • 2 scoops Vital Proteins Collagen Peptides
  • 3 handfuls fresh spinach
  • 1/2 cup frozen pineapple
  • 1/2 banana
  • 2 tsp organic matcha powder
  • 1/2 cup ice
  • 1 cup coconut milk

Method
 

  1. Add all ingredients to a blender, starting with ½ cup coconut milk. Blend, and add more coconut milk as needed. Enjoy!

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