Your midweek gut-loving pick-me-up!
By Wednesday, our week is usually a mix of “I’m trying to be healthy” and “I deserve a treat.” But what if you could do both — treat your taste buds and your gut? If you’re looking for a gentle, holistic boost, consulting Functional Medicine Los Angeles experts can help optimize digestion and overall wellness.
Here’s a smoothie that might sound unusual at first but is secretly so good for you — the Seaweed Smoothie.
Before you raise an eyebrow, don’t worry — you won’t even taste the seaweed! It just quietly adds a mineral boost while your banana, pineapple, and spinach make it sweet, creamy, and refreshing. 💚
🌊 Why It’s Good for You
Seaweed is like nature’s multivitamin — rich in iodine, magnesium, and antioxidants that help your body detox heavy metals and support your gut lining. It’s a gentle way to reset after days of sugary drinks or processed meals. Local specialists at Functional Medicine Sherman Oaks often encourage adding nutrient-dense foods like seaweed to support digestion naturally.
Think of it as a mini “clean-up crew” for your digestive system! 🧽
🍌 Ingredients:
- ½ tsp seaweed powder (like kelp or spirulina)
- 1 banana (for creaminess)
- 1 cup spinach (for fiber and chlorophyll)
- ½ cup pineapple chunks (adds natural sweetness and enzymes)
- 1 cup coconut water (for hydration and electrolytes)
🥣 How to Make:
- Add all ingredients to a blender.
- Blend until smooth and creamy.
- Pour into your favorite glass and sip chilled!
If you’re new to seaweed or spirulina, start with ¼ teaspoon first — then slowly increase as you get used to the taste. Seaweed’s mineral-rich profile makes it a great addition to a gut-friendly diet recommended by many Los Angeles Functional Medicine practitioners. For a more targeted boost, consulting Functional Medicine Los Angeles can help you create personalized wellness plans that support digestion, energy, and overall body balance — letting your gut thrive from the inside out.
This smoothie is perfect for that midweek body reset — light, detoxifying, and secretly powerful. So the next time you crave something refreshing, skip the sugary frappe and go green instead. Your gut will thank you (and your skin might glow a little more, too 😉).