{"id":6859,"date":"2023-08-25T19:18:13","date_gmt":"2023-08-25T12:18:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/loudhdtv.com\/?p=6859"},"modified":"2023-08-25T19:18:13","modified_gmt":"2023-08-25T12:18:13","slug":"gut-friendly-blackberry-avocado-smoothie-recipe","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/loudhdtv.com\/?p=6859","title":{"rendered":"Gut-Friendly Blackberry Avocado Smoothie Recipe"},"content":{"rendered":"<p> <script async src=\"https:\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-3711241968723425\"\r\n     crossorigin=\"anonymous\"><\/script><br \/>\n<\/p>\n<div>\n<div class=\"drop-cap text-big text-gray\"> <span class=\"drop-cap__first text-dropcap \">S<\/span>eeking a nutritionally balanced, immensely flavorful way to boost your digestion and support gut health? Look no further than this papaya blackberry avocado smoothie, favored by board-certified gastroenterologist <a href=\"https:\/\/kennethbrownmd.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\" referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer-when-downgrade\" data-vars-event=\"body text\" data-vars-click-url=\"https:\/\/kennethbrownmd.com\/\">Kenneth Brown, MD<\/a>. Keep reading to discover why it gets the GI doctor\u2019s stamp of approval, plus how to make and modify it yourself.<\/div>\n<h2>Why this blackberry avocado smoothie is great for digestion and gut health<\/h2>\n<p>ICYMI, Dr. Brown previously shared his preferred <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wellandgood.com\/gut-healthy-juice-recipe\/\" referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer-when-downgrade\" data-vars-event=\"body text\" data-vars-click-url=\"https:\/\/www.wellandgood.com\/gut-healthy-juice-recipe\/\">gut-friendly juice recipe<\/a>, which also packs tropical fruits and berries. However, he reminds us that it\u2019s ideal to consume produce whole, or in a form like smoothies, to keep their fiber content intact to facilitate digestion and help good gut bacteria thrive. Fiber definitely takes a starring role in this recipe, but it\u2019s bolstered by a smattering of other nutrients that are also beneficial for your gut and overall health.<\/p>\n<hr\/>\n<hr\/>\n<p>\u201cThis smoothie provides an excellent source of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wellandgood.com\/protein-breakfast\/\" referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer-when-downgrade\" data-vars-event=\"body text\" data-vars-click-url=\"https:\/\/www.wellandgood.com\/protein-breakfast\/\">fiber and protein<\/a>, healthy fats, omega-3 fatty acids, and vitamin C,\u201d Dr. Brown shares. He *pun alert* <em>breaks down<\/em> his favorite smoothie\u2019s nutritional contents as such:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Fiber: 15.5 grams<\/li>\n<li>Protein: 22 grams<\/li>\n<li>Total fat: 23 grams<\/li>\n<li>Omega-3s: 1.6 grams<\/li>\n<li>Vitamin C: 120 milligrams<\/li>\n<li>Calories: 370<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>According to <a href=\"https:\/\/nutrition.org\/most-americans-are-not-getting-enough-fiber-in-our-diets\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer-when-downgrade\" data-vars-event=\"body text\" data-vars-click-url=\"https:\/\/nutrition.org\/most-americans-are-not-getting-enough-fiber-in-our-diets\/\">2021 stats from the American Society for Nutrition<\/a>, only 9 percent of women and 5 percent of men in the United States consume adequate fiber each day. Fortunately, this fruit smoothie will make a big impact to inch closer to the recommendation of getting 25 to 38 grams daily. The high content of fiber and protein\u2014both of which are highly satiating, gut-friendly, and heart-healthy\u2014also help to stabilize energy levels, thanks to the fruits\u2019 natural sugar content. 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Per a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC5751248\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer-when-downgrade\" data-vars-event=\"body text\" data-vars-click-url=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC5751248\/\">2017 review<\/a> in the <em>International Journal of Molecular Sciences<\/em>, human studies show omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids (PUFAs) positively influence the gut-brain axis. In addition, animal studies demonstrate that omega-3s help maintain intestinal wall integrity.<\/p>\n<p>Last but not least, the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wellandgood.com\/papaya-benefits\/\" referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer-when-downgrade\" data-vars-event=\"body text\" data-vars-click-url=\"https:\/\/www.wellandgood.com\/papaya-benefits\/\">papaya packs papain<\/a> (say that five times fast), a digestive enzyme that can help with gas and constipation. And <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wellandgood.com\/best-yogurt-for-gut-health\/\" referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer-when-downgrade\" data-vars-event=\"body text\" data-vars-click-url=\"https:\/\/www.wellandgood.com\/best-yogurt-for-gut-health\/\">most Greek yogurts<\/a> contain probiotics, have fewer grams of added sugar, and boast a higher protein content than other types of yogurt.<\/p>\n<h2>Tips to make, modify, and enjoy this blackberry avocado smoothie recipe<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>Although papaya is one of the heroes in this digestion-boosting smoothie, you can substitute it if need be. \u201cIf papaya is not available, mango is a great alternative for a similar tropical flavor and is also rich in vitamins A and C,\u201d Dr. Brown notes.<\/li>\n<li>The fruit already packs a decent amount of natural sugar: around 18 grams, the gastro estimates. To limit added sugars, which can <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wellandgood.com\/sugar-and-gut-health\/\" referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer-when-downgrade\" data-vars-event=\"body text\" data-vars-click-url=\"https:\/\/www.wellandgood.com\/sugar-and-gut-health\/\">trigger digestive upset<\/a> and inflammation, he suggests opting for unsweetened varieties of Greek yogurt.<\/li>\n<li>Aim to use ground flax seeds. \u201cIf your flax seeds are whole, start by grinding them in a coffee grinder or blender to ensure you get their full nutritional benefits,\u201d Dr. Brown advises.<\/li>\n<li>If you\u2019re not used to including a ton of fiber in your diet, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wellandgood.com\/fiber-water\/\" referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer-when-downgrade\" data-vars-event=\"body text\" data-vars-click-url=\"https:\/\/www.wellandgood.com\/fiber-water\/\">boost your water intake<\/a> to reduce the potential for digestive discomfort.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>A GI doctor\u2019s papaya blackberry avocado smoothie recipe<\/h2>\n<p><em>Ingredients<\/em><\/p>\n<p>1 cup ripe papaya, cubed<br \/>1\/2 cup blackberries<br \/>1\/2 ripe avocado<br \/>3\/4 cup Greek yogurt<br \/>1 Tbsp flax seeds<br \/>Juice of half a lemon<br \/>Honey (optional)<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li>Add all ingredients into a blender. Blend on high until they\u2019re fully mixed and the smoothie has a cream-like consistency.<\/li>\n<li>Taste the smoothie. If you prefer additional sweetness, add a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wellandgood.com\/gut-friendly-sweeteners\/\" referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer-when-downgrade\" data-vars-event=\"body text\" data-vars-click-url=\"https:\/\/www.wellandgood.com\/gut-friendly-sweeteners\/\">drizzle of honey<\/a>.<\/li>\n<li>Pour the smoothie into a glass and enjoy immediately. \u201cThe lemon juice should help keep the avocado from oxidizing, but this smoothie is best enjoyed fresh,\u201d says Dr. Brown.<\/li>\n<\/ol><\/div>\n<div data-type=\"_mgwidget\" data-widget-id=\"1675549\">\r\n<\/div>\r\n<script>(function(w,q){w[q]=w[q]||[];w[q].push([\"_mgc.load\"])})(window,\"_mgq\");\r\n<\/script>\r\n\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Seeking a nutritionally balanced, immensely flavorful way to boost your digestion and support gut health? 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