PMS Symptom Soother: Chocolate Banana Cashew Smoothie

Submitted by Michelle Rogers

"The smoothie is made with Greek yoghurt and chocolate soy milk to not only satisfy chocolate cravings but also provide calcium, which has been shown to help reduce PMS. There's also fibre-rich spinach, full of B vitamins such as riboflavin and thiamine, proven to decrease PMS symptoms. The banana and cashews offer magnesium, which relieves bloating and constipation and also eases cramps. Then throw in some avocado, since studies show healthy fats can also reduce symptoms, and sip PMS goodbye. Keep reading to learn the recipe for this 375-calorie smoothie."

 

• Ready In: 5mins
• Ingredients: 8
• Serves: 1

ingredients

• 85 g vanilla fat free Greek yogurt
• 1⁄2 frozen banana
• 1⁄4 avocado
• 1⁄2 cup spinach
• 1⁄2 cup chocolate soymilk
• 1⁄8 cup raw cashews
• 1⁄2 cup water

• For garnish

• 3 dark chocolate chips

directions

1. Add ingredients to a blender (save three cashews for topping) and mix until smooth.
2. Pour into a glass.
3. Chop remaining cashews and chocolate chips, sprinkle on the top, and enjoy.