For every season, there’s a different smoothie recipe. So, to kick off the fall season, we’ve decided on an energy-packed smoothie made from figs and grapes – our favorite fruits harvested right around this period. It’s a rich 100% natural smoothie that has only fruit sugar, perfect for breakfast or a snack with the added ingredient to make everything even healthier: turmeric.
The nutritional properties of figs
Figs are the sweet end-of-summer fruits that make every recipe, whether sweet or salty, all the more delicious. They’re great for your bones and skin, they strengthen the immune system, and they help keep our blood pressure at healthy levels. They’re also excellent during pregnancy because they are rich in calcium and are rich in mineral salts, such as magnesium and potassium, which helps keep high blood sugar at bay. Just be careful not to eat too many of them – they’re loaded with calories!
The nutritional properties of grapes
Black, white, large, or small – it doesn’t matter! Just be sure to stock up on grapes during this time frame because they’re great for you. In fact, grapes are rich in sugars that are easy to metabolize, such as glucose and mannose, and they contain many minerals including potassium, iron, phosphorus, calcium, manganese, and magnesium. They’re also rich in vitamins A, B, and C and polyphenols, functioning as a very effective natural remedy to fight capillary fragility and strengthen micro-circulation.
The nutritional properties of turmeric
What more can we say about turmeric? By now, we all know that turmeric is a powerful natural antibiotic and that you should consume some every day to stay healthy. In fact, turmeric is good for the heart, prevents the development of cancer cells, strengthens the immune system, and functions as an anti-inflammatory. Plus, combined with honey, it works as an effective remedy against seasonal ailments. Use freshly grated turmeric root if you can find it, or buy 100% pure powder from an herbalist's shop.
All that’s left is blending all these delightful and healthy ingredients to make an energy-packed, tasty smooth that even the kids will love! Here’s the recipe for our seasonal smoothie!
Seasonal smoothie with figs, grapes, and turmeric
First, peel the figs – choose either black or green according to your taste and the season.
Wash the grapes well and remove any seeds.
Transfer the fruit to a blender, adding powdered or fresh turmeric root and a handful of fresh blueberries or blackberries for a nice purple color.
Blend and serve!