Banana Turmeric Smoothie

TURMERIC THE GREAT! Turmeric, related to ginger, has grown in popularity because of its considerable health benefits. Its major active ingredient is Curcumin, which has antioxidants and anti-inflammatory properties. Researchers are investigating whether it may help diseases in which inflammation plays a role — from arthritis to ulcerative colitis. Indeed, turmeric has deep roots in both Chinese traditional medicine and Ayurveda for treating arthritis. Turmeric has antioxidant properties and one study shows that it may protect your body from free radicals by neutralizing them. Turmeric is also thought to help fight depression, by boosting a protein in your hippocampus which is related to mood.

RATING
SERVES
2
PREP TIME
10 min
RECIPES
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    Ingredients

    • 2 tsp ground turmeric
    • ½ tsp ground ginger
    • ½ tsp ground cinnamon
    • 1 star anise ground to a powder using a spice grinder
    • 3 Tbsp coconut milk yogurt or Greek yogurt
    • 2 Tbsp cashew or almond butter
    • 2 bananas peeled and roughly chopped

    Instructions

    1. Put all ingredients in a blender with 1 ½ cups of water and blend until smooth. Adjust texture with additional water or yogurt. Serve.

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