Soothing Blueberry Flax Gut-Health Smoothie
A creamy, dairy-free breakfast smoothie combining protein powder, ground flaxseed, and wild blueberries. Designed to be easy on digestion while delivering rich plant protein and healthy fats.
Prep
5 min
Cook
0 min
Total
5 min
Makes
1 serving
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Made by Nesha + Lila
Nesha created this recipe with Lila and shared it with the perimenopause community.
The feel-good payoff
Why this meal can feel especially good in perimenopause
Think practical wins: steadier energy, comfortable fullness and one less food decision. Your response is personal, so use the prompts below to notice what works for you.
Perimenopause symptoms and relief · Office on Women’s HealthDigestive comfort
A portion that works for you
Fiber and plants can support digestion, but more is not always better overnight. Start with a comfortable portion and build gradually.
Notice: comfort + portion
Well-nourished skin
Support from the whole plate
Regular meals with enough protein, plants and fats support overall nourishment. Think consistency, not one miracle ingredient.
Notice: consistency + hydration
Steadier energy
Feel fueled, not flattened
A complete meal with protein, carbohydrates and fats is designed to offer more staying power than a quick carb-only fix.
Notice: energy 1–3 hours later
More staying power
Make the next few hours easier
This meal is built to be more sustaining than a snack-sized stopgap, with enough substance to carry you into the next part of the day.
Notice: energy + fullness later
Setup
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Prep
5 min
Cook
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Total
5 min
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Equipment
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Instructions
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Next: Add the almond milk
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Add the almond milk
Add the almond milk, pea protein powder, frozen blueberries, ground flaxseed, and almond butter into a high-speed blender container.
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Secure the blender lid tightly and blend…
Secure the blender lid tightly and blend on high for 45 to 60 seconds until completely smooth and creamy with no unblended blueberry skins visible.
Look for: completely smooth and creamy with no unblended blueberry skins visible
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Pour immediately into a large glass and…
Pour immediately into a large glass and serve while cold.
Ready when: everything is assembled and ready to enjoy
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Store any remaining smoothie in a sealed…
Store any remaining smoothie in a sealed glass jar in the refrigerator for up to 12 hours, shaking well before drinking.
Allow: 12 hours
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