A Smoothie Recipe high in Protein, Calcium, and Iron?

karmamido
karmamido Posts: 5 Member
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I am looking for a recipe/suggestions to be able to make a smoothie in my NutriBullet gizmo. I have severe Osteoporosis and suffer from spinal problems that cannot be fixed surgically due to Osteoporosis. My bloodwork is very low and I need to super "up" my Protein, Calcium, and Iron totals. Any suggestions? (I use a Vanilla-flavored Organic Protein Powder (with superfoods) in my smoothies). Thank you!

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  • SafariGalNYC
    SafariGalNYC Posts: 1,589 Member
    edited November 29
    Iron rich fuits and veggies - beets, apricot, pomegranate, spinach

    (I use spirulina and nettles for extra iron)

    Calcium rich - figs, spinach, kale, orange

    For protein and calcium, in addition to protein powder - how about add in milk and a teaspoon of chia seeds .

    From the osteoporosis foundation - list of foods
    https://www.osteoporosis.foundation/patients/prevention/calcium-content-of-common-foods
  • dinaqpt2670
    dinaqpt2670 Posts: 1 Member
    I use Plain kefir as it has more calcium and vit D than milk also makes it a bit thicker shake than milk. Plus kefir has many more benefits than milk. I also use beet root powder, collagen peptide, 1/4 cup steel cut oats or oat bran and baby spinach that I buy fresh and freeze in bags. Buy frozen fruit at the bulk stores its more cost friendly.

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