Camu Kickstart Smoothie
I recently rediscovered camu camu after searching for a powerful food-based Vitamin C source.
The stats are impressive; ½ teaspoon provides 400% of the daily recommended amount of Vitamin C and provides 30-50 times more of this vital nutrient than found in oranges or other citrus sources.
Scientists and health care providers from all backgrounds agree on the importance of getting enough vitamin C; not just to keep you healthy during cold and flu season, but to help you recover from illness and ward off chronic disease.
Camu also contains high amounts of niacin, which promotes cleansing, phosphorous for your bones, and riboflavin to support your metabolism and help you absorb iron. Plus it contains phytochemicals and amino acids like beta-carotene, serine, leucine, valine, thiamin, potassium, calcium and iron.
In working with clients from athletes to breast cancer patients, I try to recommend whole food sources for their effectiveness in getting results.
And as part of my commitment to my own health, I give camu and Vitamin C a prominent place in my day. Especially this time of year.
This shake not only lifts my mood, but gives me the energy I need to show up — and deliver my best — for hours on end. Try it for yourself and tell me how you feel!
Camu Kickstart
Ingredients
1 packet Cleanse shake powder
1 cup coconut water
1/2 peeled orange (or use the whole orange depending on size and taste preference)
1-2 cups tightly packed spinach (or leafy greens of choice)
½ cup frozen or fresh pineapple
1 tablespoon of camu camu powder
Blend until smooth and creamy
