Smoothie-Memory Boosting Berry

By pattie_d

Berries get their deep hue from anthocyanins, potent antioxidants that protect your brain cells from aging processes. The flaxseed delivers a healthy dose of omega-3 fats, which help promote good blood flow to your noggin.

Ingredients

• 3/4 cup(s) milk, fat-free, (may substitute soy, almond, or rice milk)
• 1/2 banana(s)
• 1 1/2 cup(s) berries, frozen, (blueberries, raspberries, blackberries and/or strawberries)
• 1 tablespoon flax seeds, ground

Preparation

Step 1

Combine all ingredients in a blender, and blend until smooth and frothy. If you prefer a thinner smoothie or the blender is having a difficult time processing the ingredients, add an extra splash of milk.

Calories: 260
Total Fat: 4 g
Saturated Fat: 0.5 g
Cholesterol: 4 mg
Sodium: 80 mg
Total Carbohydrate: 50 g
Dietary Fiber: 12 g
Protein: 10 g