If you are familiar with flaxseeds, then you are probably just like us, you sprinkle them on everything, and use them in every recipe.
But have you ever added flaxseed in smoothies? If you haven’t, oh you are missing out! You are not only missing out on the benefits of adding flaxseeds to your smoothies, but also on the taste and texture they provide.
So, today we are going to be sharing our best smoothies with flaxseed, and also share some more information, such as the benefits of adding flaxmeal to your smoothies!
Benefits Of Flaxseed In Smoothies
Flaxseeds have many benefits. So when you add them to your smoothies, you tend to ramp up the benefits of your smoothies times 2.
Flaxseeds are often used to help battle constipation, but that’s not all they have to offer.
Let’s take a look at all the benefits you can get by adding flaxseeds to your smoothies:
- Boost Of Minerals (such as – Thiamine, Copper, Manganese, Magnesium, Phosphorus, Selenium, Zinc, Iron, and Folate.)
- Boosts Heart Health Thanks To Omega-3 Fatty Acids
- Great Source Of Fiber For a Healthy Digestion
- May Aid In Weight Loss
- May Lower Cholesterol
- Can Reduce Blood Pressure
- Prevents Constipation
- May Reduce Inflammation
- Promotes Satiety
These are the primary benefits, but it has so much more to offer too.
Flaxseeds are also easy to add to your smoothies. Flaxseeds are also probably one of the best seeds to add to smoothies too.
How Much Flax Seeds In Smoothie
Now, the next question is, how much flaxseed should you add to smoothies?
The answer is 1-3 tablespoons. This is the sweet spot, if you add too many flaxseeds, this will impact the taste negatively.
1-3 tablespoons are the perfect amount if you want to get both benefits and taste you want from your smoothies.
We typically tend to use 1-2 tablespoons of flaxseeds in our smoothies.
We rarely ever use 3 tablespoons, but when we have, we made sure to combine the flaxseeds with other strong-tasting ingredients so that flaxseeds don’t overpower everything.
Best Flaxseed For Smoothies
When it comes to the type of flaxseed you add to your smoothies, it does matter!
The best flaxseed for smoothies is ground or milled flaxseed. If you use whole linseed, it will be difficult for your blender to crush it, so you may end up with bits in your smoothies.
Nobody likes bits in their smoothies.
We like to use 365 by Whole Foods Market Flaxseeds. They are ground and blend really well with your smoothie ingredients.
We have been using that brand since we started making smoothies.
But, of course, you can use any brand you like, just make sure it’s ground flaxseed!
Our Flaxseed Smoothie Recipes
Now, we are going to be sharing our flaxseed smoothies. We love adding flaxseeds to our smoothies, so we cannot wait to show you all our delicious recipes!
#1. Banana Flaxseed Smoothie For Weight Loss
Banana Flaxseed Smoothie For Weight Loss
Equipment
- 1 Blender We used this one
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup/75g frozen bananas chunks
- 2 tbsp flaxseeds
- 1 tbsp almond butter unsweetened
- 1/3 tsp cinnamon
- 250 ml almond milk unsweetened
Instructions
- Add all the ingredients to your blender jug.
- Process until completely smooth. For about 2-3 minutes.
- Serve and enjoy!
Video
Notes
Nutrition
Bananas and flaxseeds work incredibly well together. And if you like thick smoothies, you will like this smoothie even better.
Flaxseeds are great for weight loss, because of their fiber. Fiber promotes satiety, which is great if you are trying to lose weight.
But this smoothie is also low in calories too.
#2. High Fiber Smoothie With Flaxseeds
Flaxseeds are already high in fiber, but when you combine them with other high-fiber ingredients, you create a fiber-heavy smoothie that will clear out your colon.
Fiber is great for gut health and digestion.
#3. Peach Smoothie With Yogurt And Flaxseeds
Peaches, yogurt, and flaxseeds are a combination made for each other.
This smoothie is perfect for breakfast. It contains important macros vitamins and minerals your body needs. A great way to start the day!
#4. Cumin Smoothie With Flaxseeds
The use of spices isn’t a common thing in smoothie making. Especially spices like cumin.
But, did you know that cumin has flavonoids which is a type of antioxidant? Antioxidants present in cumin are great for fighting free radicals that cause cell damage.
Furthermore, cumin is great for aiding your digestion.
#5. Cinnamon Smoothie For Weight Loss With Flaxseeds
We have another smoothie with the use of spices. Cinnamon is so aromatic and really helps elevate the smoothies.
Combined with flaxseeds, this smoothie just tastes great and has so many benefits which include weight loss.
#6. Coffee Smoothie For Weight Loss
Coffee and flaxseeds are another fantastic combination.
Since the smoothie contains coffee, it makes for a great breakfast.
For the ultimate breakfast in a drink, this smoothie also contains yogurt and oats.
#7. Strawberry Banana Blueberry Smoothie With Flaxseeds
Double berry and banana smoothie with nutritious and fiber-rich flaxseeds, sounds like the ultimate superfood smoothie, right?
The smoothie is thick and incredibly nutritious. If you like the combination of banana and berries, this smoothie recipe is for you!
Frequently Asked Questions
Is It Safe To Drink Flaxseed Everyday?
There is nothing wrong with drinking flaxseeds everyday. However, as long as you consume no more than 1-3 flaxseeds a day, you should be good.
Do Flax Seeds Detox Your Body?
Flaxseeds are great for speeding up your bowel movements, which is a great way to remove toxins, especially if you are constipated.
Does Drinking Flaxseed Reduce Belly Fat?
Flaxseeds promotes satiety, thanks to the fiber and healthy fats it contains. Feeling full will help reduce the amount of food you consume, which leads to a calorific deficit. A great way to lose belly fat.
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