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A Divine Taste Sensation! Carob Berry Smoothie
BY GRACE VAN BERKUM, RHN
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arob is a legume that comes from the carob tree and is a tasty and nutritious substitute for chocolate. It’s high in phosphorus and calcium, caffeinefree, naturally sweet, and low in fat and calories. The combination of carob and raspberries offers a divine taste sensation. Added greens provide energizing chlorophyll and alkalinizing magnesium without the bitter taste. Carob Raspberry Smoothie: INGREDIENTS • 2 tbsp carob powder • 1 cup raspberries • handful spinach or kale • 1 scoop chocolate plant-based protein powder • 2-3 cups unsweetened coconut milk • 1 cup ice
PHOTOGRAPHY BY GRACE VAN BERKUM
INSTRUCTIONS Blend till smooth for silky, healing goodness.
Grace Van Berkum is a plant-based nutritionist, yoga teacher, and founder of Gracious Living Retreats in Nicaragua, Bahamas, and other beautiful tropical locations around the world. For more info: gracevanberkum.com.
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