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Category: > Recipes > Boost Oxygen Levels in The Blood and Fight Anemia with this Berry Beet Smoothie

Boost Oxygen Levels in The Blood and Fight Anemia with this Berry Beet Smoothie

Oct 13, 2015 Carly Fraser Save For Later Print

Last Updated: Oct 27, 2018

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Berry Beet Smoothie

If your energy has been a little off lately, and you feel lethargic, it may be the case that your blood needs a little TLC. This berry beet smoothie improves iron absorption, helps transport oxygen to the cells in our body and quite literally builds the blood.

Iron is a trace element which is needed by the body for the formation of blood. More than half of the iron found in our blood is in the form of hemoglobin (the red pigment in blood). Hemoglobin helps transport oxygen from the lungs to our tissues, plays a role in activating enzymatic reactions and is necessary for collagen synthesis. It is also needed for regulation of cell growth and is required for good cognition and behaviour.

The ingredients in this smoothie work together in such a way that the higher-iron foods are readily absorbed by the foods that are higher in vitamin C. Vitamin C helps the body absorb non-heme iron into the blood stream more effectively. The beets, chia seeds and spinach are iron heavy plant foods, whereas the berries, orange juice, and spinach (again) are rich in vitamin C (and thus synergistically work together!). The coconut water is another additional power food that helps replenish electrolytes and will leave you feeling fresh and alert!

Berry Beet Smoothie Recipe

Ingredients:

– 2 cups blackberries or blueberries
– 1 large beet, peeled
– 1 cup spinach
– 1 cup freshly squeezed orange juice
– 1/2 cup coconut water
– 2 tsp. chia seeds
– 1 inch fresh ginger root

Method:

Stick all of the above ingredients in a blender, and blend for 30-60 seconds until smooth. I recommend using a high-speed blender like a Vitamix or Blendtec to ensure the beet gets pulverized into a smooth consistency!

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Filed Under: Recipes, Smoothies Tagged With: Anemia, berry beet smoothie, boost oxygen levels, easy smoothie ideas, healthy smoothie recipes, hemoglobin, iron building smoothie

Carly Fraser

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Carly Fraser has her BSc (Hons.) Degree in Neuroscience, and is the owner and founder at Live Love Fruit. She currently lives in Winnipeg, Manitoba, with a determined life mission to help inspire and motivate individuals to critically think about what they put in their bodies and to find balance through nutrition and lifestyle. She has helped hundreds of thousands of individuals to re-connect with their bodies and learn self-love through proper eating habits and natural living. She loves to do yoga, dance, and immerse herself in nature.

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Comments

  1. Valerie says

    Oct 21, 2015 at 11:06 pm

    What do you recommend for flushing inflammation out of the body?
    Thanks Valerie.

    Reply
    • Carly Fraser says

      Oct 22, 2015 at 3:46 pm

      Reduce consumption of wheat, dairy and animal products. Consume anti-inflammatory herbs like ginger and turmeric, and fruit like watermelon, pineapple and all leafy greens.

      Reply
  2. Bridgette Burger says

    Feb 3, 2021 at 6:40 am

    HI, does it make a difference if I use frozen berries rather than fresh ones?
    Thanks
    Bridgette

    Reply
    • Carly Fraser says

      Feb 17, 2021 at 8:05 pm

      Nope! Won’t make a difference 🙂

      Reply

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