Restorative Orange Citrus Ginger Smoothie

Ingredients

• 1 inch cube of fresh ginger root (can substitute with 1 tsp ginger powder)
  Ginger aids with nausea and contains powerful anti-inflammatory compounds
• 8-12 ounces coconut water (can substitute with plain water)
  Coconut water provides much needed fluid and electrolytes
• 1 whole, medium orange, peeled
  Oranges provide a natural source of sugar for energy and vitamin C, an anti-oxidant and immune booster
• Juice from 1 lemon
  Lemons also provides vitamin C and other anti-oxidant compounds
• 1 tsp ground turmeric
  Turmeric contains curcumin, a powerful anti-inflammatory compound
• 1-2 dashes black pepper (or take/swallow 1 whole peppercorn to aid the absorption of the curcumin in turmeric)

• 1 scoop Growing Naturals Vanilla Pea Protein Powder

  Protein aids with regulation of blood sugar and some hormones

• Ice as needed (to help you cool off)
• ½ Tbsp flaxseed or chia seeds (optional, omit if the stomach is uneasy)
  Seeds like these are rich in fiber which benefits both blood sugar and the digestive system