Mixed Berry Smoothie with Flax Seed - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Mixed Berry Smoothie with Flax Seed
Prep: 5 min
Servings: 1
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Nutrition per Serving

190 Calories
16g Protein
18g Carbs
7.5g Fat
Easy smoothie that can be made with any frozen or fresh berries.

Ingredients

  • 1 cup unsweetened vanilla almond milk
  • 1/2 cup nonfat plain Greek yogurt
  • 2 tbsp milled flax seed
  • 1/2 cup mixed berries

Instructions

  1. Blend unsweetened almond milk, nonfat plain Greek yogurt, flax seed and mixed berries until smooth.
  2. Note: add honey or banana to sweeten.

How This Recipe Supports PCOS Management

Understanding the nutritional profile of what you eat is a powerful step in managing PCOS. Here is how the key ingredients in this Mixed Berry Smoothie with Flax Seed contribute to your health goals:

  • Almond: Magnesium helps improve insulin sensitivity and reduce PCOS symptoms
  • Berr: Their low glycemic index makes them ideal for PCOS-friendly desserts
  • Greek yogurt: Probiotics support gut health which is linked to hormone regulation in PCOS
  • Yogurt: Gut-friendly bacteria may help regulate the hormonal imbalances in PCOS
  • Almond milk: A suitable dairy alternative for women with PCOS who avoid dairy

PCOS Diet Principles in This Recipe

The PCOS diet focuses on three core principles: reducing inflammation, managing insulin resistance, and supporting hormonal balance. Every recipe in our collection is evaluated against these principles. This recipe excels in providing healthy monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fats that support cell membrane health and hormone synthesis. As part of a balanced PCOS meal plan, we recommend pairing recipes like this with a variety of nutrient-dense foods throughout the week to ensure you are meeting all your micronutrient needs.

Meal Prep Tip: This Mixed Berry Smoothie with Flax Seed can be prepared ahead and stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Meal prepping is one of the most effective strategies for sticking to a PCOS-friendly diet, as it removes the temptation to reach for processed convenience foods when time is short.

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