Collagen Boosting Blueberry Smoothie

With all the amazing health and skin benefits, this super easy blueberry, lemon, and ginger smoothie has become my go-to morning drink.

The Benefits of Blueberries for Skin

Blueberries are a superfood with immense health benefits. Loaded with vitamins, and antioxidants these nutrients work wonders for your health and your skin. Why are antioxidants so important? Antioxidants scavenge free radicals from the body cells and prevent damage caused by oxidation which equals less aging, better skin tone, and overall health. Blueberries are also known to improve skin texture, reduce dark circles, hydrate the skin, boost collagen production, and enhance skin radiance. See a list of benefits below.

• Boost Collagen

• Add Radiance

• Reduce Acne

• Soothe Skin Inflammation 

• Even Out Skin Tone

• Improve Skin Texture

• Balance pH Levels of the Skin

• Reduce Dark Circles

How to Make it

Ingredients:

• 2/3 cup blueberries (I use frozen)

• 1-2 tsp fresh ginger (peeled and sliced) or sub for 1 tsp ground ginger

• Lemon Juice (juice of 1 lemon or 2 tbsp of store-bought lemon juice)

• 2/3 cup water

• Honey (optional)

Directions:

1. Peel and slice fresh ginger root (about 1 tbsp) and set aside.

2. Add blueberries, lemon juice, ginger, and water in a small blender.

3. Add honey to taste (optional).

4. Blend until smooth.

Note:

Adjust the amount of ginger and lemon to taste. I love the fresh flavors of ginger and lemon but they might not be for everyone as the ginger is spicy and the lemon is sour.