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Menopause Hot Flash Cooling Smoothie - Sage and Flaxseed Green Smoothie - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Menopause Hot Flash Cooling Smoothie - Sage and Flaxseed Green Smoothie
Prep: 5 min
Servings: 2
Snack

This Menopause Hot Flash Cooling Smoothie - Sage and Flaxseed Green Smoothie is a PCOS-friendly recipe with 220 calories, 6g protein, and 30g carbs per serving. Ready in 5 minutes. High in fiber (6g), which supports insulin sensitivity.

Nutrition per Serving

220 Calories
6g Protein
30g Carbs
8g Fat
Grocery list: Fresh spinach, medium banana, unsweetened almond milk, flaxseeds, dried sage. Low GI ingredients: Spinach, flaxseeds, almond milk.

Ingredients

  • 1 cup fresh spinach (30g)
  • 1/2 medium banana (60g)
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened almond milk (120ml)
  • 1 tablespoon flaxseeds (10g)
  • 1 teaspoon dried sage (0.7g)
  • 1 cup ice cubes

Instructions

  1. Combine all ingredients in a blender.
  2. Blend until smooth and creamy.
  3. Pour into a glass and enjoy immediately.
This smoothie is packed with nutrients beneficial for PCOS, such as fiber from spinach and flaxseeds, and potassium from bananas. Flaxseeds are rich in omega-3 fatty acids, which can help reduce inflammation associated with PCOS. Sage has been traditionally used to help cool the body and reduce hot flashes. This recipe is quick and easy, perfect for a personalized meal plan. Enjoy the variety and regular updates of our PCOS-friendly recipes.

PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe

This recipe contains the following foods that may benefit PCOS management: Spinach.

Spinach is a nutrient-dense leafy green vegetable that is rich in vitamins A, C, and K, as well as iron, magnesium, and antioxidants. The high iron content in spinach helps combat anemia, which is common in women with PCOS. Magnesium helps reduce inflammation and improve insulin sensitivity. The antioxidants in spinach can help lower oxidative stress, which is beneficial for managing PCOS symptoms. Including spinach in your diet can support overall health and well-being.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, this Menopause Hot Flash Cooling Smoothie - Sage and Flaxseed Green Smoothie recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly. At 220 calories per serving with 6g of protein, it supports balanced blood sugar and hormonal health. It also provides 6g of fiber, which helps with insulin sensitivity.

This recipe takes about 5 minutes total. Prep time is 5 minutes. It makes 2 servings, so you can meal prep for multiple days.

Per serving: 220 calories, 6g protein (11%), 30g carbs, 8g fat. Plus 6g fiber. PCOS meal plans typically aim for 30% protein, 35% fat, 35% carbs to support insulin sensitivity.

Yes, this recipe works well as a PCOS-friendly Snack. At 220 calories, it fits within typical PCOS meal plan targets for Snack. Pair it with other PCOS-friendly foods throughout the day for balanced nutrition.

This recipe can be part of a structured PCOS meal plan. It makes 2 servings, making it great for meal prep. For a complete weekly plan tailored to your PCOS type, take our free 60-second quiz at pcosmealplanner.com/pcos-quiz to get a personalized 7-day meal plan.

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