What can be better than an amazing drink which nourishes your hair and also satisfies your taste buds? Smoothies are the simplest drinks that can be made even by a novice with great ease. Just in case you have never tried smoothies then try these lip-smacking and healthy smoothie recipes and get beautiful and strong hair.
It is actually fun playing with words, and it can be more fun if you play with your food by mixing and adding more flavors and healthy ingredients to it. For that, you also need a little knowledge of your superfood and its nutritional ingredients and how it can solve your aim of good hair and health.
Fruits are the natural treasures of nutrition that are loaded with potassium, dietary fiber, vitamin A, vitamin C, and folate. This is the reason that the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) recommends adults consume a minimum of 2 cups of fruit and 2.5 cups of vegetables per day. So what else can be better, if you start your day with a blend of both veggies and fruits, the best food for hair growth and thickness. The only thing you have to do is to throw some fruits and veggies into your blending jar and blend them. Another very important ingredient that I highly recommend adding is Love Potion #9. Add it to all your smoothies to get a magical drink that has the power of detoxing, immunity-boosting, beautifying your hair, and especially rapid hair growth. So without any ado, let’s start with the recipes.
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Blackberry smoothie
Blackberries are among the most delicious and healthy fruits which are found almost all over the world. These soft and tender berries are loaded with many nutrients like vitamins A, B, C, and E. They are also rich in potassium, calcium, magnesium, and antioxidants. With blackberries, you can gain many health benefits such as a healthy heart, brain, and better immunity. The regular consumption of a combination of blackberries smoothies with some veggies will soon prove that they are the best food for hair growth. You can make many varieties of smoothies keeping berries as the main ingredients.
Recipe 1
1 cup frozen berries
1/2 cup kale
1 banana
1 teaspoon chia seed
Recipe 2
1 cup frozen berries
½ cup chard
5-6 walnuts
1 cup oat milk
1 tablespoon flax seeds
Recipe 3
1 cup baby spinach
1/2 cup frozen mixed berries
1 Tbsp chia seeds
1/2 banana, cut into chunks
1/2 cup unsweetened vanilla almond milk
3-5 ice cubes
Recipe 4
1 cup of frozen berries
½ avocado
2 tablespoons of chia seeds
5-6 leaves of fresh spinach
1 banana
1 cup pineapple juice
Banana smoothie
Bananas are the best main ingredient for smoothies because of their natural sugar content. Generally available all over the world, this fruit has a lot of nutritional value. It contains vitamin B6, Fiber, Potassium, Magnesium, vitamin C, and Manganese. All these nutrients collectively promote many health benefits, including shiny and silky hair.
Especially the high content of potassium is very significant for hair growth, strength and also reduces breakage. Magnesium helps prevent calcium buildup on your scalp. Calcium deposits cause dry and flaky skin, resulting in hair loss. Magnesium directs the calcium to your bones where it is needed, rather than covering the surface of your scalp. Magnesium also helps with protein synthesis, which inculcates healthier hair. Melanin, which prevents the aging of your hair, is produced due to protein synthesis. Hence, Magnesium indirectly plays an important role in hair growth. Here, I am sharing three smoothie recipes that are very good food for hair growth.
Recipe 1
1 banana
½ cup frozen pineapple
2 tablespoons rinsed quinoa
2 tablespoons of coconut flakes
1 cup coconut milk
1 tablespoon maple syrup
1 cup ice
Recipe 2
1 banana
5-6 soaked almonds
1 tablespoon of mixed seed
1 cup almond milk
1 tablespoon honey
A pinch of cinnamon powder
1-2 drops of vanilla essence
Recipe 3
2 frozen bananas
1 ½ cups oats
1 tablespoon chia seed
1 spoon peanut butter
1 tablespoon honey
1 tablespoon flax seeds
2-3 tablespoons hot chocolate
1 cup coconut milk
Recipe 4
2 bananas
3-4 tablespoons of peanut butter
1 tablespoon of almonds
1 tablespoon of walnuts
1 tablespoon of raisins
1 cup almond milk
1 teaspoon cocoa powder
Mango & Strawberry Smoothie
Mangoes are rich in vitamin A, C, calcium, and potassium while strawberries are full of vitamin C, magnesium, potassium, iron, calcium. All these nutrients are helpful in hair growth. Vitamin C is also known as ascorbic acid, fights against all the oxidative stress that causes hair fall. It also helps in the production of collagen. Collagen plays a very crucial role in maintaining your youth. You can strengthen your skin and hair by adding collagen to your diet. For making mango and strawberry smoothies, adding a bit of walnut for omega-3 fats and antioxidants will help to reduce inflammation that causes hair fall.
Recipe 1
1 cup frozen mango
1 cup strawberries
3 large chard leaves
5-6 walnuts
1 tablespoon flax seed
1 cup water
Coconut milk smoothie
For ages, coconut has been considered to be great food for hair growth and thickness. Coconut is rich in iron, potassium, magnesium, and vitamin C. Iron promotes rapid hair growth, nourishes the hair root, thickens and enhances the shine of your hair. The role of other nutrients like Potassium, magnesium, and vitamin C is already discussed above. Hence, a jumble of all these victuals serves the purpose of hair strengthening and taste as well.
Recipe 1
1 cup coconut milk
1 cup strawberries
1 banana
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup ice
Green tea and spinach smoothie
Green tea has three main compounds: catechins, vitamins B, C, E, Folic acid, and flavonoids. Among these portions of catechin is highest in green tea, which is also highly responsible for better hair. Catechins are natural antioxidants that help prevent cell damage and provide other benefits. So enjoy this smoothie with a mixture of spinach, kale, and lemon juice.
Recipe 1
1 cup chilled green tea
1 cup spinach
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 cup kale
1 cup almond milk
1 teaspoon coconut oil
Watermelon smoothie
Similar to the above-mentioned fruits, watermelon also is a trove of potassium, calcium, vitamin B6, and vitamin C. The high percentage of vitamin C present in watermelons boosts hair growth. It also serves to boost blood circulation to the scalp to promote healthy hair growth. You can add a spoonful of watermelon seeds to your smoothies as they help in retaining the moisture of your hair. Moreover, the high water content of watermelon makes it more wonderful for your hair.
Recipe 1
½ cup watermelon
½ cup carrot
1 tablespoon chia seeds
1 cup almond milk
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 cup ice
Conclusion
Smoothies are not only the best food for hair growth, but can also be a great substitute for your breakfast or lunch. Your summer seasons can be a great time for your hair growth with these smoothies. Adding a bunch of veggies, which is popularly known as a hair growth-promoting food, and hair growth tea will double the nutritional value of your smoothie. I am sure you and your family will surely like it and add it to your daily menu. Do you have some more interesting smoothie recipes? If yes, please share in the comment box below. Will love to try them.
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About The Author: Paula Bland
The founder of TLP, Paula Bland, is a medically qualified Nurse Practitioner, Hair aesthetician and also a psychiatric Nurse Practitioner known for her highly effective hair consultation. Paula has a non-traditional approach to hair care and advocates a chemical-free, natural, and holistic approach. The Love of People is her brainchild, and its products reflect her approach to hair health and have helped women with naturally curly hair manage their curls in a chemical-free and organic way.