🍏 Apple Cinnamon Gut-Soothing Smoothie
This comforting smoothie tastes like apple pie while gently supporting digestion, gut health, and inflammation reduction. It’s a perfect addition to your Divine Wellness healing and anti-inflammatory smoothie collection.
Ingredients (Serves 1–2)
- 1 cup unsweetened almond milk (or oat milk for extra creaminess)
- 1 medium apple, chopped (leave peel on for fiber)
- ½ frozen banana
- 2 tablespoons rolled oats (soaked 5 minutes for easier digestion)
- 1 tablespoon chia seeds or ground flaxseed
- 1 tablespoon almond butter (optional for healthy fats)
- ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- Pinch of ground nutmeg (optional)
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
- 1 teaspoon raw honey or maple syrup (optional)
Instructions
- If desired, soak oats in warm water for 5 minutes to soften.
- Add almond milk to a blender.
- Add chopped apple, banana, soaked oats, chia/flax seeds, and almond butter.
- Add cinnamon, nutmeg, and vanilla.
- Blend until smooth and creamy (45–60 seconds).
- Taste and add honey or maple syrup if needed.
- Pour into a glass and sprinkle a little extra cinnamon on top.
Why This Smoothie Supports Gut Health
- Apples – Rich in pectin, a prebiotic fiber that feeds good gut bacteria.
- Oats – Contain beta-glucan to support digestion and gut lining health.
- Chia/Flax – Provide fiber and omega-3s for digestive balance.
- Cinnamon – Helps reduce inflammation and supports blood sugar control.
- Almond Butter – Adds healthy fats to support nutrient absorption.
Nutrition Highlights (Approximate)
- Calories: 250–320
- Fiber: 8–10g
- Plant-based, dairy-free
- Supports digestion, blood sugar balance, and gut microbiome
Divine Wellness Tip
For extra gut support, add:
- 1 tablespoon plain coconut yogurt (probiotics)
or - 1 scoop collagen or plant-based gut-support protein.
Supports: digestion, bloating, immune balance
Why It Helps
Apples provide gentle fiber while cinnamon helps regulate blood sugar and inflammation.
