Smoothies

You just finished your workout. You are exhausted. Your body is aching and your dripping sweat. Now, you must refuel the body and smoothies are the perfect snack to consume after a workout. They offer a simple way to get protein, carbs, and antioxidants into the body to help build muscles, restore glycogen, and fight inflammation and cell damage. Your smoothie should consist of 15 to 20 grams of protein, blended with greens, veggies, or fruit. You should consume the smoothie 30 to 60 minutes after the workout to get maximum benefits.  A smoothie you can try at home is, ½ a cup of almond milk, a tablespoon of creamy peanut butter, a cup of frozen berries, one banana, a teaspoon of honey and cinnamon, and a scoop of protein powder. This is my all time favorite after workout smoothie, because it tastes great and gives my body all the essential nutrients it needs after a tough workout.