5 Smoothie Recipes to Boost Your Immunity

Nowadays we have all become more concerned about our health and wellbeing, actively trying to make better choices that would benefit us. The Covid-19 pandemic has made us more aware of the importance of having a strong immune system to fight off the virus and to enjoy good health overall.

 If you are looking to boost your immune system, even a small change in the diet can determine a positive effect on your health. A poor diet is one of the most common causes of a weakened immune system, together with stress and lack of sleep.

A simple, natural way to strengthen your immunity is to increase your intake of fresh fruits and veggies. Remember our parents nagging us when we were little - “Eat your veggies!”? They were so right.

Smoothies are one of the best ways to make sure that you follow this important piece of advice :) . They are super easy to prepare and are packed with fresh fruit and vegetables.

Not to mention how delicious they can be. If you’re a smoothie lover or just looking for smoothie recipes to boost immunity be sure to read on and check out the smoothie recipes we recommend below.

If you have an active and busy lifestyle, a portable blender might prove useful. With the Blendaco portable blender you can savour a fresh, healthy smoothie anywhere.

Do smoothies help your immune system?

Absolutely!

Fruits and vegetables are rich in micronutrients, the minerals and vitamins that help strengthen your immune system: zinc, iron and vitamins A, C, D and E. It’s the diet choice you need to make if you want to truly support your immune system in a natural way.

With the right recipe, you can create immunity smoothies that are delicious and nourish your body with vitamins and minerals.

What is the best smoothie for the immune system?

Here are 5 smoothie recipes to boost immunity:

1. Immunity Orange Smoothie 🍊

This smoothie recipe is rich in Vitamin C and it’s so refreshing and savory. Vitamin C is a strong antioxidant that will boost your immune system. Among other important benefits, Vitamin C also protects your cells from free radicals, lowering your risk of chronic disease.

This recipe is easy to make and it doesn’t require a lot of ingredients, making it very convenient to prepare.

If you love orange and mango, you absolutely have to try this smoothie:

Ingredients:

• 1 large orange, peeled
• ½ mango (fresh or frozen)
• ½ banana
• 1 cup plant-based milk  

A hint of vanilla extract

Optional:

A hint of Turmeric powder

Turmeric is a spice used in Indian cuisine. It has a lot of anti-inflammatory properties and it’s really good for immunity, especially if you have a cold, sore throat or a bacterial or viral infection.

Preparation:

Add all ingredients to a portable blender and blend until smooth. Serve fresh.

2. Kale Super Smoothie 🥬

As the name suggests, this smoothie is all about avocado🥑. It’s creamy in texture and super healthy.

Avocado contains vitamins E and B6 and copper, which help build a strong immune system to fight against bacteria and viruses.

Ingredients:

• 1 avocado
• ½ banana
• ½ cup spinach
• 1 and ½ cup plant-based milk
• 4 dates

Preparation:

Add the avocado, banana, spinach, plant-based milk and the dates into a portable blender and blend until smooth. Serve fresh.

4. Probiotic Smoothie 🍓

This smoothie requires only 4 ingredients and is a good choice for a quick and healthy snack. It contains Greek yogurt, which is a good source of probiotics.

Probiotics are healthy bacteria that support building a strong immunity.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup milk
• 1 cup Greek yogurt
• 1 cup strawberries (fresh or frozen)
• 1 cup blueberries (fresh or frozen)

Preparation:

Add the milk, Greek yogurt and the berries into a portable blender and blend until smooth.

Serve fresh & enjoy your probiotic smoothie!

5. Pineapple Coconut Smoothie 🍍

Is this the best smoothie for immunity? This pineapple smoothie is packed with Vitamins A, C and K, as well as zinc.

It’s not only delicious and amazing for your immunity but it will also make you feel like you’re on holiday.

Ingredients:

• ½ banana
• 1 cup pineapple (fresh or frozen)
• 1 and ½ cup coconut milk
• ½ teaspoons turmeric powder
• 1 teaspoon coconut chips

Preparation:

Add all the ingredients above into a portable blender and blend until smooth. Serve fresh & stay healthy!

We hope you found inspiration in our top 5 immune-boosting smoothies recipes. For more recipes make sure to check out our recipe page: Blendaco Recipes